Re: [CR] Need help: protecting frame from clamp-on parts?

(Example: Racing:Jean Robic)

Date: Fri, 2 Oct 2009 10:25:43 -0700
From: "sean flores" <seaneee175@gmail.com>
To: <classicrendezvous@bikelist.org>
Subject: Re: [CR] Need help: protecting frame from clamp-on parts?


A trick that has worked for me in the past and avoid the issue of improper slipping or clamping is rubber cement. Put a layer on the inside of the clamp and LET IT DRY completely. Do the same by putting a layer no the bike- also let it dry. You can build up a couple coats if you would like, letting each dry. Place the clamp on and tighten it down. Use your finger or a rubber cement pickup to remove the excess. This give you a thin layer of cushion, a little bit of sticky and something that will not damage you paint. Plus, if you decide to remove, rubber cement comes up quite easy with simple green, rubbing alcohol or a citrus based cleaner.

Sean Flores San Francisco, CA


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> Date: Fri, 2 Oct 2009 15:22:07 +0100
> From: Mark Lawrence <mark.lawrence@firstreadthis.com>
> Subject: [CR] Need help: protecting frame from clamp-on parts?
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> Hello list-members,
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> I want to avoid damaging the beautiful paint on my frame, yet need to add a clamp-on gear shifter.  What is the best thing to wrap on the paint first to protect it from damage?  I can find the post in the archive but I seem to remember someone on this list mentioning a clear plastic substance few months ago.  I seem to remember it was a non-stick substance.  Can anyone help please?
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> Best wishes
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> Mark Lawrence

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> United Kingdom