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Old 05-26-12 | 10:45 AM
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Wrap tape around bars w cable grooves when not using cables
Any advice? I want to round out the bars and make sure I don't have voids to compromise adhesion.
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You could use some empty cable housings to fill the voids, too.
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You don't need to do anything, but if you're really picky you might just put some masking tape over them
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