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Old 20-01-2025, 14:53   #1
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VHB tape. What have you used it for other than window?

I've had widgets installed by PO using VHB tape that fell off. They were all on raw fiberglass or paint (which failed). But I have found a few good uses. Cleaning the surface prefectly and waiting for warm weather are key.

Test mount. I secure the pad for a tiller pilot for a test sail, just to confirm the location. I just used a little and it removed easily.

Hold during cure. I then secure the above pad with Sika 291. But I used one of the VHB dots in the center (hidden) to keep it from sliding off the slope while it cured. Worked fine.


Line Hangers (United Yacht Manufacturing). Holding great, 3 years now.

Winch handle holder. Rigid PVC pipe. I would not use it on soft vinyl (plasticizers).

SNADs. basically stick-on snaps. They seem to hold well, and better than drilling a lot of holes for something low tension, like window covers.

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The bond is about 20 psi forever, 500 psi for shocks, and best if the design does not apply a pealing force (sheer or tension are OK).

Ideas?
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