Lou Decruss wrote:
> On Wed, 21 Apr 2010 19:26:03 -0500, zxcvbob >
> wrote:
>
>> itsjoannotjoann wrote:
>>> On Apr 20, 12:21 pm, zxcvbob > wrote:
>>>> The tool looks a whole lot like just the handle for a painting pad.
>>>> The tracks for holding the pad in place would act as the depth gauge.
>>>> (off to Home Depot to take a look)
>>>>
>>>> Bob
>>>>
>>>>
>>> So will the paint pad holder thingie work like the masa spreader in
>>> the video???
>>>
>>
>> No. The pad clips on different than I tho't.
>
> I was wondering about that. I've done a lot of drywall work and it
> didn't seem right.
>
>> I did buy a $1.48
>> plastic 6" putty knife that I can experiment with -- use a belt
>> sander to cut a wide notch down the middle and leave a little bump
>> at each end for a depth gauge.
>
> When mine comes hopefully tomorrow I'll see what the nubs at the end
> look like. She was able to spread and pick up with the same tool
> which it what I found cool. It's been a long time since I've used a
> bondo spreader but I'm thinking that might have some DIY
> possibilities. I'll see what this thing looks like when it arrives.
>
> Lou
>
>


I may buy one from that Mexican lady even if I can duplicate it. $5
is a fair price. (the shipping is a little high)

I've only made tamales a couple of times, and it's been a while. I
don't remember spreading the masa all the way to the edge like she
did. Aren't you supposed to leave a border at least on one side so
you can wrap it easier?

Bob