Suggestions on tape for tail lights.
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We sometimes use japan tape,dont know why its called that but hey ho.its quite thin and sticks like shit to a blanket,it is used to mask up the rubber seal around petrol filler caps where normal tape wont stick.
[quote=”Scoobycarl” post=33470]We sometimes use japan tape,dont know why its called that but hey ho.its quite thin and sticks like shit to a blanket,it is used to mask up the rubber seal around petrol filler caps where normal tape wont stick.[/quote]
Where do u get that at Carl? I’ve yet to find a tape that sticks well enough on some of those rubber curves been using 3m green with some decent results
[quote=”Mal” post=33472][quote=”Scoobycarl” post=33470]We sometimes use japan tape,dont know why its called that but hey ho.its quite thin and sticks like shit to a blanket,it is used to mask up the rubber seal around petrol filler caps where normal tape wont stick.[/quote]
Where do u get that at Carl? I’ve yet to find a tape that sticks well enough on some of those rubber curves been using 3m green with some decent results[/quote]
Don’t try and curve the tape, it’ll always try and curl up on the outside edge. Put the tape on flat and use a razor blade to cut it to the curve 😉
[quote=”Mal” post=33472][quote=”Scoobycarl” post=33470]We sometimes use japan tape,dont know why its called that but hey ho.its quite thin and sticks like shit to a blanket,it is used to mask up the rubber seal around petrol filler caps where normal tape wont stick.[/quote]
Where do u get that at Carl? I’ve yet to find a tape that sticks well enough on some of those rubber curves been using 3m green with some decent results[/quote]
Hi mate,it is specialy made for around petrol filler caps where the rubber has petrol or diesel spillage on it,also works a treat on tight window rubbers where most cars get a bit of overspray as the tape lifts.we get it from a rep who sells 1k primer rattle cans and texture coats,amongst other things, they are called KENT,google kent automotive catalogue mate the number is on the website.carl
Ps i agree with andy t aswell,its best to masking tape flat and carefully cut to shape with new blade.Carl, let me know the product number as well please. Might come in handy.
We use loads of Kent stuff here. 99% of our priming is done with Ultrafill :blush: We use Plaz Tex, their badge and logo tapes, plus some of their plastic repair and epoxy bonding products. They have some good stuff!
[quote=”Andy T” post=33476]Carl, let me know the product number as well please. Might come in handy.
We use loads of Kent stuff here. 99% of our priming is done with Ultrafill :blush: We use Plaz Tex, their badge and logo tapes, plus some of their plastic repair and epoxy bonding products. They have some good stuff![/quote]
Ok mate but my son is in hospital this week for a major operation so i wont be at the shop for a week or so,im sure if you give the guys a call they can sort you out bud,ask for the japan tape,its yellow and is about £12 for three rolls so is very good for the money,i use it for detailing too to mask edges on my own cars that is lol.when i first used it we had a car not long been washed so was wet and i stuck the same bit of tape 3 times over wet window rubbers ! Normal tape will not stick if its bloody damp ! Its great for fine lining too around lights and bumper mouldings etc…etc…
Carl.No worries Carl. Hope all goes well mare.
Thanks bud.
Yep I do apply tape flat and cut too but tape does not always stick to certain rubbers no matter how clean etc and this stuff sounds good for those problem areas.
Kent ind used to have reps out years ago 25+ I’d say I mind dad used their stuff a lot I was going to say Andy I seen they do a stone for dirt nibs and runs as mentioned in another thread but I seen u got the meguirs stuff a guy on fbook swore by the Kent set.
Best of luck to you and your family Carl.
Thankyou bud.
[quote=”Mal” post=33487] I was going to say Andy I seen they do a stone for dirt nibs and runs as mentioned in another thread but I seen u got the meguirs stuff a guy on fbook swore by the Kent set. [/quote]
The Meguairs ones were owned by a previous painter that took them with him when he left. I’ll have a look at the Kent one thanks.
Here’s the link he sent me I never bought them yet but I will at some stage in the future (heater just lay down so thats £500 away this month already it just couldnt wait till end of winter lol). Strange things you need to keep them submerged in water when not in use.
http://www.kenteurope.com/uk/shop/viewfamily.php?viewfamily=10719§ionid=235&type=Auto
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