TO SHORTEN THE TOP
- Put the top upside down on a horizontal surface.
- Cut the top to get the desired length. The joint will be more resistant if it is located above a post.
- Adjust the two parts.
- Wet thoroughly the parts to stick together.
- Mix the DURABOND 90 until cement joint consistency.
- Using your finger, spread the DURABOND 90 on each wet part to fill every pores.
- Then, apply a GENEROUS quantity of DURABOND 90 and stick the parts together making sure they are well-adjusted (use a level).
- Wait for the DURABOND 90 to start thickening before removing any excess with a spatula or a blade.
- As the DURABOND 90 is thickening, reinforce the inside of the head by adding more DURABOND 90 and some 5" fiberglass strips on the cut.
- Instead of sanding, you can use a wet cloth that you will gently rub on the cut surface to remove any repair marks (if you sand, use a sand paper grade 600 or more).
- Fill in with light cement joint, if necessary.
- Let the top still for at least 5 to 6 hours.