Wrap your tool
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I just noticed 3M Gripping Material on the 3M website, has anyone seen this material? |
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As Erik posted earlier.. |
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Erik W, I went out and got the 2228 Scotch Electrical tape, but now am wondering how you got those nice grip bevels in your wrap! |
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Ryan Garnsey wrote:Erik W, I went out and got the 2228 Scotch Electrical tape, but now am wondering how you got those nice grip bevels in your wrap!Just practice and a steady hand. One roll of 3M 2228 is good for about 2 and 1/2 axes if you stretch it nice and tight (which you should do anyway to get a good wrap that won't slide). Try wrapping 4" of pipe/dowel to start off so you get the hang of how the stuff tends to lay. Also, pro tip: start at the head of the axe and wrap downwards towards the handle. Aim for about 1/3 width overlap with each turn. |
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You guys are BORED. |
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I would think if it's cork based it shouldn't absorb water, I have a bit from wrapping my saltwater rods and it lasts for about 5+ years. Maybe get 3-5 seasons out of it if you want.... Any recommendation for removing old goo from the previous tape? Acetone or lacquer thinner? |
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^^^ only size large huh Ben? |
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Tried the bike wrap last year. Worked great, but only lasted a season. The material is too thick and tends to get sliced and diced. I also had some textured deck paint that I tried on another set of tools, same result. Both were great for the first six uses or so then they started coming apart. |
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Handle (palm width only) wrapped on my Quarks with 2228, time to try them out next weekend. |