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trekking_TW
01-11-06, 02:26 PM
I got my Tufo S33 tubulars and dry fit them onto my rims last night. I've only pressurized these to 50psi while on the rim but notice some of the white part of the tubular visible around the rim. Will this remain once I glue (with Tufo tape) and pressurize or do I need to give more attention to this prior to gluing?

Rev.Chuck
01-11-06, 03:52 PM
The cotton tape? You will still be able to see it when the tire is mounted and aired up. You want it to be even on both sides helps you center the tire.
I prefer to glue but the tape works good and it sure is easier.
trekking_TW
01-11-06, 04:03 PM
The cotton tape? You will still be able to see it when the tire is mounted and aired up. You want it to be even on both sides helps you center the tire.
I prefer to glue but the tape works good and it sure is easier.

Yes, the cotton tape on the underside of the tubular. Thanks for the info, as you can tell I'm new to tubulars and not sure of the proper nomenclature