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Wheel weights adhesive not sticking. Pressure sensitive?

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Old May 20, 2013 | 07:28 PM
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When I used to use weights I put a film of rtv on 3 sides of the weights and never had an issue. Use clear and you will never see it.
 
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Old May 20, 2013 | 07:39 PM
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Also heat helps them to stick better. If you can, leave the bike out in the sun and let the wheel get warm. If not heat the spot up with hair dryer.
 
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Old May 20, 2013 | 07:42 PM
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Originally Posted by hdbob2006
And,yes,it is pressure sensitive-give it all the pressure you have in your fingers..
a little dab of clear rtv works wonders
 
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Old May 21, 2013 | 05:18 PM
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Wheel weights are sooooooooooo 90's.
 
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