Best option to keep snow from sticking to tunnel.

[AaronBND]

We all know that snow and aluminum don't get along very good. I have looked into tunnel wraps for inside and outside, 3M vinyl tape, spray epoxy adhesives, etc. I really don't want a wrap and I am certainly not interested in "spraying Pam" inside every ride. What is the best option on the market for this? Their has to be something that will not let that 20lbs of snow stick to the underside (I know, I wouldn't put it on the coolers). While in Puyallup last week, I saw a spray on epoxy that one booth had, but it was like $70 for a little can of it. I think that this would be a good way to go, but I need to find out what it is to get it a whole lot cheaper and in bigger quantity. Also, if I went with the 3M tape, will it peel off eventually? What are you guys using? Thanks........

Aaron

 

[bubba94]

sticky snow

I would like to know to, I have ordered the 3M vinyl tape for now and will give that a try underneath and definately on top. The 3M is very tough and if the surface is cleaned it should not peel off.

 

[richracer1]

I had the external surfaces of my tunnel powder coated black last year. While I was waiting on $$$ to buy the shocks for the Mtn Tamer, I bought some etching type Rustoleum primer and some black automotive grade Rustoleum paint. I minimal prep work, basically a little sanding and wiped it down with alcohol, then taped of the coolers and other areas I didn't want painted. Sprayed the primer, let it dry for a day and then painted the sides of the tunnel. So far no much sticks to the tunnel and the paint is holding up extremely well.

Here's a pic of the inside of my tunnel:

 

[whoisthatguy]

richracer1, What do you think of that Peak 2.5 that you are running, compared to the Series 5.1?

 

[wjl]

http://www.mcmaster.com/#about-low-friction-tape/=jxnbcr and the next page.
Not cheap but does not allow anything to stick, we use it at work to have packages slid over Al plate.

 

[bubba94]

snow sticking

I've read some great reveiws on this stuff to, DuPont™ Teflon™ Snow & Ice Repellent

 

[richracer1]

richracer1, What do you think of that Peak 2.5 that you are running, compared to the Series 5.1?

So far I like it, but I'm still in the break-in phase.

 

[Dartos]

This one works but range is limited.

 

[carbontj]

We offer this carbon fiber tunnel wrap. carbon fiber does not conduct cold so there is no snow build up.

 

[AaronBND]

We offer this carbon fiber tunnel wrap. carbon fiber does not conduct cold so there is no snow build up.

That's cool, do you have a website?

 

[Stocker]

I've been thinking of trying this, or the paint they make, but wonder what the durability/longevity is. The carbon fiber is pretty cool to.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7is6r6zXFDc

http://www.neverwet.com/