Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2001/10/12
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]Mark asked: Did I read a while back that there was a source for the clear protective tape that comes applied to new M bodies? Just bought a used M6 that has had the tape removed and thought I'd see if someone has it pre-cut before I tried to fashion my own. Thanks in advance..... ************************** Personally, I would suggest that you buy a sheet of 1/8" UHMW Polyethylene from an industrial supply house. I'd go for the black/carbon type since it's static resistant and it goes better with the black chrome finish. Cut out a piece and carefully epoxy it to your baseplate. Smooth out any rough edges with a fine file and sandpaper. Check out www.reliableracing.com for a full line of base prep materials (rillers, brushes, irons, cleaners and waxes...). You'll have to experiment a bit to find what works best for your local conditions, but the Swix Cera FC 200 works great for me, although it is a bit pricey at $115 for 30g. Now, not only is my baseplate well protected, but I can get amazing distance on a wet bartop. The other Seattle area luggers are going to be in for a bit of a surprise the next time we get together for some Leica bowling! ;-) Tom "tomba" Finnegan Seattle - -- To unsubscribe, see http://mejac.palo-alto.ca.us/leica-users/unsub.html