Whats something good to clean the rim before applying rim tape? Also, are there any tricks to putting it on straight?

I should note, I am not remving the wheels to do the job. Thanks for tips.

Jared

 

I used simple green to clean them. Put the bike on both stands and use a pencil to draw a guide line as you spin the wheels. Once the line is there the tape will be EASY to put on straight.

 

Buy the pre-curved in 1/4 sections type .. much easier imo.

 

I bought mine pre-curved. I cleaned it with some standard decreaser then with some windex. Make the wheels are someone warm otherwise the tape won't stick. If you have stand they will help out alot. This guy made his own applicator and it looks like it would work really well. Hope this helps.
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whatever you do dont use the plastic applicator that some come with. no big thing to clean unless real greasy. then degrease then soap/water. you do need the stands or your in for a long painful process. just take your time and the tape is forgiving but dont push it, thats why you take your time. other than that just prepare to know that it wont be perfect and you will love them when you are completely done. have fun.

 

all you need is rubbing alcohol and a rag. unless your rims are painted then just scrub with dishsoap and water.

 

cool i

 

You can use mineral spirits to clean your wheels as well. Believe me, mineral spirits will take off any & all grime you may have on your wheels.

As for application...I think most kits are coming w/ the application "tool". This little guide/application tool makes it easy.

Good luck.

 

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dont be in a rush about it. Mine took a while and is deff not perfect but from 10 feet away it is