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Fixing skis?

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utt
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so ive got this pair of delaminated skis, edges are comin off all nice-like. i've tried epoxy; it didnt stay for some reason. so now i've had to use duct tape. it works for a little while, but is there any other way to fix this?
Apr 17 2011 1:56AM
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bigwhite.steeze
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the only real option that's gonna not keep coming apart is to rivet them, i've done it to a few skis and they've held up surprisingly well. do the best epoxy job you possibly can, clamp it with as many clamps that you possibly can, and then rivet around the tips. drill a few holes around the edge and put a bolt and nut through them, and your good to go.
Apr 17 2011 2:03AM
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hjb
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Where are they delaming? How long did you leave the epoxy to dry before removing clamps? Was the ski dry before you applied the epoxy?
Apr 17 2011 4:11AM
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RudyGarmisch
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Clean everything with alcohol or acetone, try to get as much loose material and dirt out of the layers. You can lightly sand the pieces if possible as well, helps.
Apr 17 2011 4:15AM
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chuck_testa
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take them to your local ski shop. that happened to me and they fixed them overnight
Apr 17 2011 4:07PM
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utt
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alright will try these things they sound better than duct tape. thanks!
Apr 17 2011 4:13PM
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