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Greasy Fox Fur #6169124
02/24/18 10:02 PM
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I have a fox that has stayed greasy near the base of the tail area. The hide is dry but the fur is greasy. How do I remove?

Re: Greasy Fox Fur [Re: Cabezon] #6169126
02/24/18 10:04 PM
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Drumming is the only way I know of to get grease out of the fur on a dry pelt.

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Re: Greasy Fox Fur [Re: Cabezon] #6169130
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It's not a lot of grease but enough to make the fur sticky and noticeable. I don't have a drum, is there any other way?

Re: Greasy Fox Fur [Re: Cabezon] #6169136
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If its just around the skirt,you could try spraying it with mineral spirits,then sprinkle on some corn meal and brush/rub it in vigorously(be careful not to rip the dry pelt),then shake it out,repeat if necessary.


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Re: Greasy Fox Fur [Re: Cabezon] #6169218
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Thanks Boco, I'll try it!

Re: Greasy Fox Fur [Re: Cabezon] #6169331
02/25/18 01:12 AM
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It'll take a couple days for the mineral spirits to evaporate after so it may still look a little greasy for a day or two.


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Re: Greasy Fox Fur [Re: Boco] #6169879
02/25/18 01:55 PM
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Originally Posted By: Boco
sprinkle on some corn meal and brush/rub it in vigorously(be careful not to rip the dry pelt),then shake it out,repeat if necessary.
Borax will also do the job.


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Re: Greasy Fox Fur [Re: Cabezon] #6169987
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With borax how long do I leave it on the pelt?

Re: Greasy Fox Fur [Re: Cabezon] #6170005
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Originally Posted By: Cabezon
With borax how long do I leave it on the pelt?
I do'nt think it really matters but I usually leave it on 5-10 minutes then brush and shake it out. Just make sure it,s all shaken out before shipping.


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Re: Greasy Fox Fur [Re: Cabezon] #6170227
02/25/18 07:24 PM
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Saw dust is cheaper and it absorbs the oils/fats Rub it in and then comb it out


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Re: Greasy Fox Fur [Re: Cabezon] #6170281
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^^^^^^^^^ another good effective method.


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Re: Greasy Fox Fur [Re: Cabezon] #6170531
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Thanks for the help guys! Appreciate it.

Re: Greasy Fox Fur [Re: Michigan Trappin] #6170708
02/26/18 08:10 AM
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I will add to the Borax or Sawdust comb out...
I use a shop vac to remove Borax or Sawdust. Just because it's nearby and handy. Shaking and combing is fine and works. I just use a shop vac & comb.

Re: Greasy Fox Fur [Re: Cabezon] #6170906
02/26/18 11:20 AM
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The air compressor Is the trappers best friend.

You can just about blow all the water out of any wet carcass critters In a few seconds. And It would blow out any borax or saw dust. And It fluffs up the fur when doing It.


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