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Cork seal or not??
Posted by: Harold Dean (207.194.36.---)
Date: March 28, 2009 10:59PM

I built a couple new grips today and inserted some accents rings using hobby foam. I tested soaking some foam in water for a while, and there didn't appear to be any absorption. I don't mind the cork seal, but would prefer not to use it if I don't have too. What say the experts here. Does the foam absorb or will it absorb moisture over time, and should I seal the grips?

Thanks
Harold

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Re: Cork seal or not??
Posted by: Mike Barkley (---.try.wideopenwest.com)
Date: March 28, 2009 11:29PM

cork seal is normally used to protect from dirt. grime, etc. Cork doesn't absorb moidture either. It's really a matter of personal preference

Mike (Southgate, MI)
If I don't want to, I don't have to and nobody can make me (except my wife) cuz I'm RETIRED!!

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Re: Cork seal or not??
Posted by: Tom Kirkman (Moderator)
Date: March 29, 2009 08:23AM

EVA and similar foam are closed cell materials - they do not readily absorb water.

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Re: Cork seal or not??
Posted by: Harold Dean (207.194.36.---)
Date: March 29, 2009 10:50AM

Perfect, thank-you.

Harold

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