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re: KISS > I think you don't understand what I mean. You're right; I didn't. And, as you say, the resulting seam will be off-centre (the initial seam is roughly the centre of the panels)... |
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re: windscreen hinge Whilst I love the look of the Kapton tape hinge, I'd be concerned about its longevity. An alternative way of making a two-part windscreen is to use my flissure joint. Again, whilst the popp... |
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purple asparagus bands and latex bands The asparagus bands may be purple so that they are clearly visible during food preparation, in the same way that caterers use blue sticking plasters for small cuts, etc. Purple and blue are genera... |
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KISS... Actually, the reason there are five layers is because the seam allowances are the same for the first seam; the two edges of the fabric are aligned, then the seam is sewn with a large seam allowance... |
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fragility I'd echo the concerns regarding the fragility of Ti foil. As soon as you crease it, you work harden it so much that it will crack very easily*. And if you try to glue it with JB Weld, the foi... |
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European zips Actually, American men's zips are on the same side as European women's zips... I've no idea what side American women's zips are on... Judging by the placket in the picture, it loo... |
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re: Re: Silicone floor wax > Be very careful about lubricating the teeth on a zip. That's a good observation, Roger. I guess because I clean off almost all the polish, I've not had problems with this. Either ... |
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re: Re: Reflextix is a magic material, and DIY work can be better than most manufacturers Denis, I think Tim was being complimentary... The only comment I'd make on your instructions compared to the way I did it was to note that you cut triangles out of the tape that hold the ... |
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Thanks Thanks for the replies, but, unless I've misunderstood, I think there's something a bit more complicated than trapped thread... I've taken the entire shuttle mechanism out, so there&... |
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silicone floor wax If you rub a little silicone floor wax up and down the zipper teeth, and rub it in well, then clean off the excess, you'll end up with something that's pretty water repellent. It makes a n... |
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