Recent content by Robert Hayes

Prep is everything with EPDM clean the surface properly and use the right primer/adhesive, otherwise patches won’t hold for long. I found it helpful to understand how EPDM behaves as a sealing material before repairing it: https://themechanical.org/epdm-rubber-seals-gaskets/ Are you dealing...

Good question! Most car inner tubes are made from synthetic rubbers like butyl, which are pretty resistant to moisture, but they can still deteriorate over time when exposed to damp earth. The main factors for rubber breakdown are ozone, microbial activity, and chemical reactions in the soil. If...