Re: [RBW] Re: Helicopter tape recommendation requested (a specific name or URL)

https://www.amazon.com/ETC-Helicopter-Clear-Frame-Protection/dp/B072LFGFVS/ref=sr_1_3?crid=1MK8QQ5PBNQPM=1=helicopter+tape=1617506481=sporting-goods=helicopter%2Csporting%2C159=1-3 On Saturday, April 3, 2021 at 9:29:35 PM UTC-4 Robert Tilley wrote: > I started applying tape on a frame today and

Re: [RBW] Re: Helicopter tape recommendation requested (a specific name or URL)

I ordered this from Amazon for $20 (1“wide * 30’long) Racers Tape Surface Guard Tape . https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000O6BQMG Lots of reviews say it worked well for bike frames. 14mil seems unnecessary UNLESS you’re wrapping the tube where your front rack or handlebars or basket contact the

Re: [RBW] Re: Helicopter tape recommendation requested (a specific name or URL)

I started applying tape on a frame today and it’s kind of a pain. I want to do the front triangle since I’ll be using a frame bag on this bike. My frame has lots of bottle mounts and cable guides so getting the tape around those was pretty tedious. It’s likely one job I’d pay someone else to

[RBW] Re: Helicopter tape recommendation requested (a specific name or URL)

Paul, thanks for sharing your cache of information! I concur that the 3M 8545HS, 7070UV and 7071UV are all the same thing, differing only in thickness. I can find the 8mil and 14mil stuff rather easily, but I wish I can find the 40mil stuff; Googling "3M 8545HS" didn't really produce any hits.

[RBW] Re: Helicopter tape recommendation requested (a specific name or URL)

I've been pretty curious about this topic for a while so I finally did some digging around. Nothing anyone hasn't already said on this and other threads, but I'm adding it just for additional info if anyone is interested. The basic protective tape seems to be 3M™ Industrial Protective Film

[RBW] Re: Helicopter tape recommendation requested (a specific name or URL)

I use ISC Racers Tape Surface Guard Tape (not to be confused with the regular Racers Tape, which is cloth based like duct tape), both for frame protection and to route dynamo wires along frame tubes: it keeps the wires

[RBW] Re: Helicopter tape recommendation requested (a specific name or URL)

Ah, I put that stuff on a car I had. I didn't know it was called helicopter tape, my bad. On Wednesday, March 31, 2021 at 6:21:47 PM UTC-7 Benz Ouyang, Sunnyvale, CA wrote: > On Wednesday, March 31, 2021 at 2:54:09 PM UTC-7 Joe Bernard wrote: > >> Does that stuff really work without messing

[RBW] Re: Helicopter tape recommendation requested (a specific name or URL)

On Wednesday, March 31, 2021 at 2:54:09 PM UTC-7 Joe Bernard wrote: > Does that stuff really work without messing up the paint? When I clamp a > toptube in my work stand I use an old t-shirt wrapped around the tube to > keep the brake wire off the paint. Easy on, easy off, doesn't stay on the

Re: [RBW] Re: Helicopter tape recommendation requested (a specific name or URL)

The tape I bought is used for autos to protect the paint so it should be perfectly safe on a bike. Robert Tilley San Diego, CA Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 31, 2021, at 2:54 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Does that stuff really work without messing up the paint? When I clamp a > toptube in my

Re: [RBW] Re: Helicopter tape recommendation requested (a specific name or URL)

I picked up some 3M tape from EBay to put on the wear areas of my bikepacking bike. I haven’t used it yet as the bike is just starting to get built but the tape looks nice. It applies just like some screen protectors for phones. It goes on wet and then dries in place.

[RBW] Re: Helicopter tape recommendation requested (a specific name or URL)

Thanks, George, that is so kind of you.I'll send a PM. Joe, I understand! If it affects the paint, I'll keep with my current setup. I have a full to-do to get my bike on the hanging rack--inner tube under the wires so wire doesn't scratch the frame and pipe insulation on the tubes so

[RBW] Re: Helicopter tape recommendation requested (a specific name or URL)

Does that stuff really work without messing up the paint? When I clamp a toptube in my work stand I use an old t-shirt wrapped around the tube to keep the brake wire off the paint. Easy on, easy off, doesn't stay on the bike when not needed. Joe "extremely touchy about paint, like it's not

[RBW] Re: Helicopter tape recommendation requested (a specific name or URL)

Roberta - actually, I have an abundance of leftover helicopter tape from a previous purchase that I needed to place on the drive side chain stay to prevent paint wear due to chain slap. I'd be happy to send you the amount you want at no charge if you PM me (or whatever the latest version of