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Old 09-02-2014, 03:47 PM
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Received answer from Sterling Langrell. Thinks it is a manufacturing defect. Sending another set out. Score 1 for Vans customer service.
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Old 09-02-2014, 04:50 PM
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Paul, excuse me if you answered this before but what clearance are you using between tire and pant?
I like about a thumb's width. Of course, it depends on the size of your thumb....
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Old 09-02-2014, 04:56 PM
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I used the same "rule of thumb" giving a final edge distance of 3/4" which seemed like a lot, but then it's nicer to have the space when things get jammed up in there over time.
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Old 09-02-2014, 05:00 PM
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Thanks Paul.... good tips.
Have gone to flat white, primer in rattle can. Gets used often it seems.
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Old 09-02-2014, 09:29 PM
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Well, per Paul I guess the new gappage is 3/4"
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Old 09-05-2014, 09:27 AM
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Just received replacements. WAY more rigid. Now I can open the clearance up to "1 Thumb" per Paul's suggestion
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Old 09-05-2014, 09:29 AM
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excellent! Glad you asked about it and got some input.
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Old 09-05-2014, 09:36 AM
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excellent! Glad you asked about it and got some input.
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Old 09-05-2014, 02:18 PM
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Well, per Paul I guess the new gappage is 3/4"
Hey, don't turn this into a thumb-measuring contest!
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Old 09-06-2014, 07:15 PM
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I don't see the calibration sticker on your calipers!
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