sharkz wrote:Thank you. Tomorrow I'll check the local stores and see how it goes
We understand that people want to re-use original valves so we developed the Valve Trap that allows you to quickly re-use any original valve with any bladder. You can check out videos and details here: http://kiterepair.tumblr.com/tagged/valve%20trapbut the idea was to use the old valves since they are working perfectly plus,150 euros don't grow on trees..
You can use any repair tape that uses a rubber based adhesive. That means you can use Tear-Aid type A or even a common, inexpensive packaging tape like this:http://tinyurl.com/brp9n7pAnd I don't see any bladder repair kits either, so how am I supposed to fix holes in the bladder now??
You're right, the older North kites have bladders that are some of the hardest to adhere to. It is the lubricant used in the PU film that is causing the problem you describe.also interested if someone can recommend a glue to use on some 2010 north bladders as they seem to me made of teflon!!
stephk wrote:Rubber based adhesives will dry up over time and eventually fail. You need to use a permanent adhesive...
Packaging tape also uses a rubber based adhesive that dries up, the backing becomes yellow and can even crack. If also does not stretch at all like your bladder does and will cause stress points. Not recommended for bladders repair at all.
I have not tried the 3m product posted earlier in this thread. But this product seems to be a PU glue like stormsure, aquaseal, gluefix... So i am not sure if the 3m glue would work any better...
Definitely would need to do a controlled test to see what performs the best. One thing is for sure, anything witha cheap rubber based adhesive will not hold for long...
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