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Re: DIY neoprene pads

Author: marsheng
Date: 2020-05-14 02:22
Attachment: Pad.JPG (11k)

Thanks for the replies. I have used 2 mm but the profession repair chap here uses 1 mm. That may help with the indentation issue.

My pad thickness is 2 mm so the neo sits nicely with the smaller diameter cork fitting into the cup.

With 1 mm, I guess I would need a 1 mm cork backing of same diameter and then 2 mm cork backing of smaller size.

The 2mm neo is more forgiving in the sealing.

I think I will press on with all the pads DIY and see what happens.

I did go to the Valentino pads website before I made my own but the range of options available put me off buying their products. So many sizes from .080 to .130 and ranges

I have emailed them now with my pad sizes to see what they recommend. I'll buy a set anyway in case mine don't work too well.

See attachment.

Post Edited (2020-05-14 02:24)

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