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[Closed] Sealing/Covering a stealth dropper hole?

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My new frame has a stealth dropper entry point at the base of the seat tube. It's got me thinking that I've been through water wading/riding that would be above that height and I don't wish to fill the frame with water. So any ideas? I'm wondering if I can get a decent seal over it with helicopter tape, but it's got a chunky weld around it. 😕


 
Posted : 22/08/2013 5:12 pm
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Blob of silicone gently pushed in, could be pushed out again when needed


 
Posted : 22/08/2013 5:46 pm
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Leave it open and create another hole lower down for it to drain out of.


 
Posted : 22/08/2013 5:54 pm
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The silicone sounds a better option as I'm not drilling a 2k frame! Is the silicone a bathroom sealant or something?


 
Posted : 22/08/2013 6:20 pm
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Electricians tape? Blue tac?


 
Posted : 22/08/2013 6:41 pm
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Clear stuff won't look as obvious, GE stuff seems to work well, stinks of vinegar though! It'll make you want some chips


 
Posted : 22/08/2013 6:41 pm
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http://www.ebay.co.uk/bhp/blanking-grommets ......go crazy a round one will fill an oval hole you can buy oval ones too


 
Posted : 22/08/2013 6:58 pm
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I've used bathroom silicone for this on my newest frame, it's been fine for 4 months or so now.


 
Posted : 22/08/2013 7:39 pm