Originally Posted by
That Linux Guy
They have this little metal scraper that is supposed to have the same effect. Think of a cheese grater that works in both directions. I used it before applying the patches but, alas, she fails.
A cheese grater isn't sand paper, and can't possibly produce the right texture for proper adhesion. A proper patch kit from Rema or Park costs a couple bucks, and they work. The **** sold at wal-mart costs just as much and doesn't work. Why do people bother?