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3M Prop tape
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Author:  jrevens [ Mon Oct 06, 2014 9:16 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 3M Prop tape
Rich Brazell wrote:
According to the 3M web site this tape has a shelf life of 2 years from date of manufacture . :P


I suspect that the acrylic adhesive is the limiting factor there. The tape itself will probably last forever & be found in the belly of a fossilized duck 10,000 years from now. :o FWIW, I've continued to use the tape from the roll I got many years ago & it still seems to be the same & adheres very well. I've used it for other things where I needed to protect against wear or abrasion also. That's been my experience - other's may be different.
Author:  dan [ Mon Oct 06, 2014 9:20 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 3M Prop tape
Keep the tape in the fridge, the adhesive will be preserved a lot longer, just let it get to room temp before you apply the stuff. A lot of aggressive adhesives will keep if they are refrigerated, Cynoacrylates in particular have to be kept in the fridge when not in use.........Now then, back to the kapeller, I wrapped with and against the grain and then a few wraps around the spinner....Dan
Author:  Rich Brazell [ Mon Oct 06, 2014 10:15 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 3M Prop tape
Some guys are soooo cheap they will use the pencil shavings from the pencil sharpener to start a fire in their fireplace ! 12 yards for about $25.00 including the shipping ! Buy the 12 yards , cut it down to 6 and take the rest to the next fly in and sell it ! Those with the $600 I Phone can call in their order . :o BOOM !
Author:  ljkrume [ Fri Oct 10, 2014 6:37 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 3M Prop tape
This forum sure is great. Thanks guys for the idea of using this tape; I'll get me some while my prop is new. I'm left wondering, do you fold half of it over the back or what?

Les Krumel, 1187
Albuquerque
Author:  Rich Brazell [ Fri Oct 10, 2014 7:58 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 3M Prop tape
3M installation instructions say to fold it in half . ??? That's the route I am going .
Author:  jrevens [ Fri Oct 10, 2014 8:22 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 3M Prop tape
I cut 2 identical length pieces. Use some disposable nitrile or latex gloves if you have them, to avoid skin oil & fingerprints on the tape. very slightly round off the corners on the cut ends. I center it on the apex of the leading edge of the blade and carefully apply it, avoiding bubbles - if you get any you can poke them with a needle & remove them. In other words, you're covering equal areas on both the front & back of the blade. Remove the backing/release paper as you go along. I guess you can fold it to help you identify the center & get it applied evenly on the blade. Obviously make sure the blade surface is very clean & free from nicks, etc. if possible. An alcohol wipe to eliminate any oil is good. That's about it. If 2 equal length pieces are applied carefully there should be no adverse effects on balance. Check it if you have the capability.
Author:  ljkrume [ Mon Oct 13, 2014 1:27 pm ]
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Sounds great, John. That's what I'll do. Thanks... Les.
Author:  Jim Mantyla [ Tue Oct 14, 2014 2:06 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 3M Prop tape
Guys,

You can get this tape from ski shops in 3" widths. They use it for temporary ski repairs.

Jim
Author:  Doug S [ Wed Oct 15, 2014 10:59 am ]
Post subject:  Re: 3M Prop tape
Jim Mantyla wrote:
Guys,

You can get this tape from ski shops in 3" widths. They use it for temporary ski repairs.

Jim


I looked- I found tow ropes, wet suits, ski vests& even giant covered inner tubes, but no tape ;)
Author:  fytrplt [ Wed Oct 15, 2014 1:17 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 3M Prop tape
Ha! Ha! Ha! You Water Dog, you!
Author:  Jim Mantyla [ Wed Oct 15, 2014 1:39 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 3M Prop tape
I guess I should have specified snow skiis. I mentioned this because the STC'd stuff by Prop Guard is 1 1/2" wide and gives better coverage due to the extra width.

Jim :-)
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