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Old 02-04-06, 04:50 PM
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Originally Posted by Everest
Alright I've got everything compiled to do my first tubular glueing but have a few final questions. I still need to know what to reattach some seperated base tape with, sheldos site says latex emulsion, where would I get this? Also try as i might I just cant get the old glue off the rims. It is completely hardened with no tack at all. I tried Goof Off goo remover and mineral spirits. What else can I try to remove this as from my understanding it must be removed before re-glueing?
I have had good luck using a spoon to remove the old glue. It fits the contour of the rim and chips it right off. But then maybe the glue I removed was pretty ancient.
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