Topsheet protective film- what do you use?

mountainbikeak · Post by **mountainbikeak** » Thu Nov 01, 2012 9:36 am

Just curios what brand and where some of you get your protective film to protect the topsheet during layup? I've used tape, but thought it would be nice to have a solid cover. Couldn't find anything specific searching! Thanks!

twizzstyle · Post by **twizzstyle** » Thu Nov 01, 2012 11:15 am

Vinyl application tape.

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss? ... ation+tape

SHIF · Post by **SHIF** » Thu Nov 01, 2012 2:14 pm

I use similar stuff bought for cheap on eBay.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/TransferRite-59 ... 27b3f144a4

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MadRussian · Post by **MadRussian** » Sat Nov 03, 2012 5:37 am

how about heat? Usually plastic or vinyl films soften up and deform at 160° F

SHIF · Post by **SHIF** » Mon Nov 05, 2012 8:26 am

MadRussian wrote:how about heat? Usually plastic or vinyl films soften up and deform at 160° F

I use this transfer tape to protect the base and top sheet. I heat from the bottom at 175 deg F and have zero problems with this tape. After trimming the ski this tape pulls off with ease, no residue.

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NinetyFour · Post by **NinetyFour** » Tue Nov 06, 2012 4:39 pm

Has anyone had success buying this vinyl application tape locally? If yes, where did you find it; a sign shop, craft store? Looks like this stuff is perfect. Planned on using packing tape but that stuff seems brittle and a PITA to even pack with...

mountainbikeak · Post by **mountainbikeak** » Wed Nov 07, 2012 9:41 am

Sweet, thanks guys! Prices are all looking way more reasonable then other options out there, thanks again!

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Topsheet protective film- what do you use?