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| Author: | J Hewitt [ Tue Dec 15, 2009 9:09 pm ] |
| Post subject: | what binding tape? |
Whats the best binding tape you all have found that can be purchased from Home depot, Lowes,,etc... I like the LMI tape but run out. What comparable to that?? |
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| Author: | Bill Greene [ Tue Dec 15, 2009 9:25 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: what binding tape? |
If your binding is preformed, and is a very good fit, you can use the basic 3M blue painters tape (regular kind) and just double up on it. I've done several guitars that way and it has worked like a dream. |
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| Author: | SteveSmith [ Tue Dec 15, 2009 9:32 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: what binding tape? |
Lots of ways to do this. I use a method recommended by some folks that are much more experienced than I. I use 3M green masking tape (3M 233+) that has some stretch to it. Alternate as you put it on: top to the side on one, then side to the top on the other. Doesn't need to be doubled up. Usually on the shelf at automotive paint supply stores. Of course the binding still needs to fit well. |
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| Author: | Darrel Friesen [ Wed Dec 16, 2009 12:37 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: what binding tape? |
Lots of tape will work. I like the Stew Mac tape for routine stuff and the fiberglass reinforced tape to really pull the binding in tight at places like the waist and cut-away. |
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| Author: | Haans [ Wed Dec 16, 2009 8:15 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: what binding tape? |
I use duct tape...works really well. |
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| Author: | Michael Dale Payne [ Wed Dec 16, 2009 2:23 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: what binding tape? |
I am going to second 3M Strapping tape. It does not react with CA like the adhesive on masking type and SM's binding tape. Holds well and comes off easy with less fiber tear out the SM's |
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| Author: | mateo4x4 [ Wed Dec 16, 2009 3:26 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: what binding tape? |
The medium strength blue tape works great, though I haven't had a chance to try the green yet. The low-tac blue isn't going to work too well...avoid it unless you are just masking for finish or paint. I wonder about packing and/or duct tape leaving residue/sticky behind...how well do they do with that? Obviously, Gorilla tape is WAY out.  -Matthew |
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| Author: | Howard Klepper [ Fri Dec 18, 2009 1:50 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: what binding tape? |
Scotch 233+. I've used StewMac brown tape, strapping tapes from various makers, blue masking, white masking, etc. You get more pressure from the 233+ because of its elasticity. The local hardware store won't have it, but you can order from Amazon. |
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| Author: | Laurent Brondel [ Fri Dec 18, 2009 4:12 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: what binding tape? |
Scotch 233 AKA green tape. You can find it at local "car" stores like CarQuest and others in 3/4" and 1/4" width. Like Howard pointed out, it's elastic yet most resilient under pressure. The 1/4" is handy for tight waists and cutaways. |
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| Author: | bluescreek [ Fri Dec 18, 2009 6:15 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: what binding tape? |
I get my tape from Uline. it is available in larger quantities and thus less expensive . I use stretch tape |
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| Author: | Chris Paulick [ Fri Dec 18, 2009 6:41 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: what binding tape? |
I'm in the 233 camp. I get mine at NAPA auto stores. I think for less then the blue painters tape. |
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| Author: | jhowell [ Fri Dec 18, 2009 9:36 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: what binding tape? |
Yet another vote for the green tape. ![[:Y:]](./images/smilies/smiley20.gif "Thumbs Up")
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| Author: | John Mayes [ Sat Dec 19, 2009 11:20 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: what binding tape? |
233 here as well. Good stuff. |
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