tank seam lining?

[bioman_imp]

I really like the shape of the tank of my black checkered 2016 CB1100. But I was thinking that it would be nice, as a kind of 'finishing touch' to cover the edge seam of the tank with a U-shaped rubber lining. In fact I remember seeing this in a picture some time ago but I have no clue where I saw this. Does any of you know how I could go find it, make it or buy it?

Here is a picture of a tank (not mine) with (in red) the area that I would l
like to cover.

 

[peterbaron]

mntneers has some trim on his tank, he may chime in

Here it is:
http://cb1100forum.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=16118&pid=278567#pid278567

 

[pekingduck]

I think you are looking for something called edge trim molding. Look for the type that has little aluminum teeth imbedded in the rubber backbone to help apply tension to the rubber grippers. No adhesive required, and does not damage painted surfaces.

Found it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/MATCC-Guards-Rubb...632&sr=8-3

 

[GoldOxide_imp]

I guess be sure the tank edge does not have any exposed bare metal prior to applying the trim. Otherwise, moisture will eventually find its way inside the trim and fester around bare tank seam.

 

[bioman_imp]

I think you are looking for something called edge trim molding. Look for the type that has little aluminum teeth imbedded in the rubber backbone to help apply tension to the rubber grippers. No adhesive required, and does not damage painted surfaces.

Found it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/MATCC-Guards-Rubb...632&sr=8-3

Wow...I am speechless. That is EXACTLY what I was looking for. Thanks so much, Pekingduck!!! And 10 meters is more than enough to play with.

Perfect!!

:celebrate::excited::beerchug:

I guess be sure the tank edge does not have any exposed bare metal prior to applying the trim. Otherwise, moisture will eventually find its way inside the trim and fester around bare tank seam.

Hmmm...yes, you have a point there. :-/ I have to see how easy it is to remove this trim on a regular (annual?) basis to inspect & clean the edge.

 

[pekingduck]

I guess be sure the tank edge does not have any exposed bare metal prior to applying the trim. Otherwise, moisture will eventually find its way inside the trim and fester around bare tank seam.

Hmmm...yes, you have a point there. :-/ I have to see how easy it is to remove this trim on a regular (annual?) basis to inspect & clean the edge.
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This stuffs pulls on and off easily, holds its contours readily.

 

[GoldOxide_imp]

I guess be sure the tank edge does not have any exposed bare metal prior to applying the trim. Otherwise, moisture will eventually find its way inside the trim and fester around bare tank seam.

Hmmm...yes, you have a point there. :-/ I have to see how easy it is to remove this trim on a regular (annual?) basis to inspect & clean the edge.

This stuffs pulls on and off easily, holds its contours readily.
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Hmmm...yes, you have a point there. :-/ I have to see how easy it is to remove this trim on a regular (annual?) basis to inspect & clean the edge.
This stuffs pulls on and off easily, holds its contours readily.
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What I used to do when I had a dubious tank edge/seam was grease it (not too much and only in trouble spots) and push on the trim. That seemed to be fine for the life of the ownership. Since no one is going to see the seam paint under the trim, all was good.

 

[bioman_imp]

I guess be sure the tank edge does not have any exposed bare metal prior to applying the trim. Otherwise, moisture will eventually find its way inside the trim and fester around bare tank seam.

Hmmm...yes, you have a point there. :-/ I have to see how easy it is to remove this trim on a regular (annual?) basis to inspect & clean the edge.

This stuffs pulls on and off easily, holds its contours readily.

Hmmm...yes, you have a point there. :-/ I have to see how easy it is to remove this trim on a regular (annual?) basis to inspect & clean the edge.
This stuffs pulls on and off easily, holds its contours readily.
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What I used to do when I had a dubious tank edge/seam was grease it (not too much and only in trouble spots) and push on the trim. That seemed to be fine for the life of the ownership. Since no one is going to see the seam paint under the trim, all was good.
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Thanks for the tip. I will do the same for corrosion prevention.

 

[Mtneers]

mntneers has some trim on his tank, he may chime in

Here it is:
http://cb1100forum.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=16118&pid=278567#pid278567

Available at Autozone or Advance Auto. The A-man gets credit for this. He gave me his end roll at the Berea rally.

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[2017EX_imp]

If I was going to do it on my tank, this is what I would use, or something like it:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Black-Rubb...203;randed&_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851 .

It is car door edge protector, however it is rubber. Between the friction properties of rubber, and the clamping shape, it should stay put, but should not scrape the clear coat when removing the clean/inspect the tank edge. It does not have any metal clips over molded either. If not available in rubber, my second choice would be polymer/plastic, although depending on how stiff it is, might scrape the clear coat during install or remove.. I dont think I would do clear, as over time it might yellow, and would show any water or dirt that might migrate inside/underneath.

 

[peterbaron]

^^That^^ is used on car's door edges and it prevents from dents/scratches when opening, good stuff !!

 

[pekingduck]

I use that stuff in a lot of places, on sheet metal where cables or wires may rub, on windshield edges, and as a license plate frame.