frank_h
03-15-2016, 01:47 PM
I recently picked up an old set of carbon fiber tubulars that had Tufo tape mounted tires.
I pulled these off carefully last night. Most of the tape came off attached to the base tape of the tire, and a few sections it completely separated from both the tire and the rim.
I now plan to clean up any remaining residue and mount my new tires using the Mariposa tape (http://cyclocrossworld.com/product/effetto-mariposa-carogna-tire-tape/).
My question is whether the old tires are salvageable after that removal. I remember hearing that the old Tufo tape was meant as a one-time installation method. If I can get it cleanly off the base tape of the tire, can I add a layer or two of glue and use as a backup? Is there anything specific to look for to ensure the base is healthy enough to do so? Or should I retire these tires?
I lied, one more question. Simple alcohol and elbow grease for the residue removal on carbon?
Thanks!
I pulled these off carefully last night. Most of the tape came off attached to the base tape of the tire, and a few sections it completely separated from both the tire and the rim.
I now plan to clean up any remaining residue and mount my new tires using the Mariposa tape (http://cyclocrossworld.com/product/effetto-mariposa-carogna-tire-tape/).
My question is whether the old tires are salvageable after that removal. I remember hearing that the old Tufo tape was meant as a one-time installation method. If I can get it cleanly off the base tape of the tire, can I add a layer or two of glue and use as a backup? Is there anything specific to look for to ensure the base is healthy enough to do so? Or should I retire these tires?
I lied, one more question. Simple alcohol and elbow grease for the residue removal on carbon?
Thanks!