rim band question (wire wheels) 67 xke

[autoalain]

Folks, in canada I am unable to find Rim tape for my wire wheels, I did find PVC tape 2in wide, one tape is with cloth, and another with just pvc, I do see bike tape but too narrow, Do you think this option would
work (2in stuff) any suggestions for my 67 xke would be appreciated, Thanks Mike.

[malcolm]

Postage might be a bit much, but if you're stuck you could order some from someone over here, like Longstone tyres, and have them post it to you?

[mgcjag]

Hi Mike..I ways use tubeless wheels...however the tape is just to prevent sharp edges of the spokes from damaging the tube....so I don't see why it has to be a rim band specifically...if you dont gave access to them then anything to provide a smooth surface should work....make sure the tubes have some French chalk on them to provide a more slippery surface..also think on tyres...some I think are not suitable to use with tubes becaus of their rough internal surface...Steve

[SESH]

I recently bought some rim bands from Blockley Tyres. Postage from UK will probably be a little expensive but worth asking them. Mike.
https://www.blockleytyre.com/category/rim-bands

[MSM]

SNG BARRATT have a place in USA and there is also Moss in California. I am sure you could find somewhere closer than UK.