Re: [CR]Need info on Campy rims]

(Example: Framebuilders:Norman Taylor)

From: "P. Lynn Miller" <lynnmiller@optusnet.com.au>
To: "Charles T. Young" <youngc@netreach.net>
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Subject: Re: [CR]Need info on Campy rims]
Date: Mon, 17 Nov 2003 12:20:19 +1100
cc: Classic Rendezvous <classicrendezvous@bikelist.org>

Charles,

Thanks for the resources. I will let you know what happens. I read in the archives that the clincher vs. sew-up debate is like the boxers vs. briefs issue. Since I am known to wear both, not at the same though, I just might be able to remain balanced on this matter. Hardly!!

P. Lynn Miller
Sydney, Australia


----- Original Message -----
From: "Charles T. Young"
To: "P. Lynn Miller"
Sent: Monday, November 17, 2003 11:56 AM
Subject: Re: [CR]Need info on Campy rims]



> Unless the old glue is lumpy as hell or cracking off, I mount over it.
> Lighter fluid and elbow grease will lift most old glues in my experience.
> Some use gouges to remove thick buildups.
>
> Incredible wealth of good advice may be found here:
>
> http://draco.acs.uci.edu/rbfaq/FAQ/index.html
>
> specifically;
> http://draco.acs.uci.edu/rbfaq/FAQ/8b.20.html
>
> Disclaimer - I have no experience with Fast Tack and use primarily
> Continental and Vittoria Mastik One.
>
> See also:
>
> http://www.yellowjersey.org/frontwheel.html
> Lots of pictures and a description hhat will make it a non-intimidating
> process. Use plastic bags (or gloves) over your finger when you go to
spread

> the glue. Have fun.

>

> Charlie