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FarHorizon

05-18-05, 05:52 PM

Electrical tape just doesn't seem to cut it with stiff cable housing. The tape stretches, and the cable doesn't stay in place. Can I use plastic wire ties, then Aztec Vibe Wrap, then bar tape? Will the heads of the wire ties prevent this from feeling smooth?

Thanks.

Enthalpic

05-18-05, 06:46 PM

FYI you can get real bar finishing tape that will hold up. Otherwise I would just use one tie (each side) to take the strain off then cover that 1 tie with some of your cheap tape. Doubt you will feel it.

liv_rong

05-18-05, 06:56 PM

electric tape should hold up well enough, I always wrap them quite a few time with it, have to wrap it tight as hell, then if the bar wrap is tight enough you shouldnt have any problems.

Raiyn

05-18-05, 10:56 PM

I've got a better idea
http://www.thinkgeek.com/pcmods/cables/62ec/?cpg=froogle