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-=Jeff=- · 06-01-2009

I saw that Z51Jeff used RTV..

but can you also use the 3M tape? the stuff similar to the moulding tape on some cars? I for get the specific name.. but I used that tape for my GS fender flares with no issues..

Dandy97 · 06-02-2009

The 3M tape that you want to use is VHB, "Very High Bond". It is used for body side moldings and emblems among other things. You can find it at most automotive stores. 3M also used to offer 1 YD sample rolls from their site, I don't know if they still do this.

Make sure that you clean both surfaces well with alcohol before application. This is a very important step to get full bond.

Acrylic based tapes also work well and actually handle the heat cycles better than urethane foam based tapes as they do not degrade. They are generally thinner though and do not fill the gaps as well for a full bond on the whole surface area. You can find these tapes at most hardware stores. 3M 468 is a very common acrylic based tape.

-=Jeff=- · 06-02-2009

Thanks, have the tape and remebered how to apply, just forgot the name as the label is not on the roll..

Good info for all

06-01-2009	#1
-=Jeff=- Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Bartlett, IL Posts: 7,162	Cam Cover adhesive I saw that Z51Jeff used RTV.. but can you also use the 3M tape? the stuff similar to the moulding tape on some cars? I for get the specific name.. but I used that tape for my GS fender flares with no issues.. __________________ 1990 Corvette ZR-1 #1051 Watson Headers (2" Primary) - Flowmaster Cats - Borla Catback Late Model IH - Plenum Coilovers - 4.10s Custom Interior NCM Lifetime Member #978

06-02-2009	#2
Dandy97 Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Tax Hell, Wisconsin Posts: 53	Re: Cam Cover adhesive The 3M tape that you want to use is VHB, "Very High Bond". It is used for body side moldings and emblems among other things. You can find it at most automotive stores. 3M also used to offer 1 YD sample rolls from their site, I don't know if they still do this. Make sure that you clean both surfaces well with alcohol before application. This is a very important step to get full bond. Acrylic based tapes also work well and actually handle the heat cycles better than urethane foam based tapes as they do not degrade. They are generally thinner though and do not fill the gaps as well for a full bond on the whole surface area. You can find these tapes at most hardware stores. 3M 468 is a very common acrylic based tape. __________________ 1991 ZR-1 #526 White/Red 1997 A4 Coupe [url]http://www.dd-designgroup.com/studio409/studio409.htm[/url] Last edited by Dandy97; 06-02-2009 at 05:05 PM.

06-02-2009	#3
-=Jeff=- Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Bartlett, IL Posts: 7,162	Re: Cam Cover adhesive Thanks, have the tape and remebered how to apply, just forgot the name as the label is not on the roll.. Good info for all __________________ 1990 Corvette ZR-1 #1051 Watson Headers (2" Primary) - Flowmaster Cats - Borla Catback Late Model IH - Plenum Coilovers - 4.10s Custom Interior NCM Lifetime Member #978