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Official Ski/Binding Maintenance Thread

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no_steeze
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As all of us know, it is very important to know how to use/maintain your ski equipment, so my hope for this thread is to have everyone post videos or picture tutorials on how to do various forms of ski maintenance, whether it's adjusting bindings, waxing skis, dulling edges, anything, but just so you know where to look when you have basic questions about this sort of thing

I'll put 2 videos in the OP:

How to Take Apart/Bend FKS
by me

How to Wax Your Skis
by mrstskier

Next up just a few tips:

When you get home from skiing you should do 3 things:
1. take your skis inside and leave them there
2. wipe your bases and edges with a cloth or rag
3. pull your skis apart and lean them against a wall with the bases sticking up

Now it's your turn, post tips, stories, tutorials, anything relating to ski maintenance because it can greatly increase the life and performance of your gear


**DISCLAIMER**
A LOT OF THESE THINGS REQUIRE BASIC SHOP SKILL, PROPER TOOLS, AND EXPERIENCE. DO EVERYTHING AT YOUR OWN RISK AND MAKE SURE YOU ARE ABLE TO EXECUTE ALL OF THESE DIFFERENT PROCESSES. THINK TWICE BEFORE YOU RISK THE LIFE OF YOUR GEAR AND MAKE SURE YOU KNOW WHAT YOU'RE DOING

This goes for advice giving as well, make sure you possess knowledge of the subject you're providing advice for because it can jeopardize people's safety if you give them false tips. So either make sure you know what you're saying or put in your post that you're just kinda guessing
Apr 21 2009 10:27PM
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WIZBANG
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Profahoben_212There is a screw underneath the wing that let's it come off


how to you get to that screw?
Mar 22 2019 10:49PM
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profa_212
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WIZBANGhow to you get to that screw?


Allen wrench
Mar 22 2019 11:08PM
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WIZBANG
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Profahoben_212Allen wrench


ohh, thought you where talking about p14 toes like the one in the picture
Apr 24 2019 11:51AM
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sijbot
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This was very helpful
Apr 24 2019 5:53PM
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alexkniefel
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I lost about 5 inches of edging right under my boot and really need these skis to last the rest of this winter... epoxy? ptex?

Dec 23 2019 9:09PM
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Youngm_IPCME
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I wanted to get a set of bindings and the shop mentioned that they found water under my screws, and thus I should get new skis. I don’t entirely trust this shop due to an unrelated botched adjustment.

Is some amount of water under the screws normal immediately after skiing, and if not can it be fixed?
Feb 25 2020 5:23PM
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Chris.B
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Is it an issue that this part of my Tyrolia's are bent? They've been like this for several years and I haven't noticed any problems while skiing, but I don't know if this could become a problem down the line.

Dec 10 2020 10:45PM
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swagmasterflex
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Chris.BIs it an issue that this part of my Tyrolia's are bent? They've been like this for several years and I haven't noticed any problems while skiing, but I don't know if this could become a problem down the line.



I'd say the most likely worst-case scenario the brakes explode, but don't my word for it 100%. My pivots are kinda like this, I'm just going to keep riding them.
Dec 11 2020 10:59AM
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Chris.B
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swagmasterflexI'd say the most likely worst-case scenario the brakes explode, but don't my word for it 100%. My pivots are kinda like this, I'm just going to keep riding them.


That doesn't sound so bad, I'll keep using them then. I think I'll bend the brakes out a little though so they have an easier time deploying. Thanks
Dec 11 2020 11:05AM
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swagmasterflex
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Whats the size bindings for 90mm skis?
Dec 13 2020 6:55PM
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Poikenz
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swagmasterflexWhats the size bindings for 90mm skis?


90 to 105. 90 might be tight and you might need to bend them out a bit, 110 is a little too big.
Dec 13 2020 8:58PM
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swagmasterflex
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Poikenz90 to 105. 90 might be tight and you might need to bend them out a bit, 110 is a little too big.


thanks g
Dec 13 2020 9:04PM
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Felixabraham
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Hello,
I am having some boot/binding issues and was wondering if anyone could help. I have a pair of Tyrolia Andrenalin touring bindings and a brand new pair of regular Salomon boots. I am getting a good amount of up and down play in the toe piece of my bindings, I have tried adjusting the bindings and the toe plate but still can't get rid of the wiggling. The boots are brand new so there's no way they are too worn down, so I have been trying to see if anyone knows of another way to fix play in the bindings. Any suggestions would be great.
Dec 13 2020 9:58PM
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Donuts_MacArthur
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I’ve got a pair of Marker M40 bindings mounted on a pair of K2 712 skis. Is there any way for me to make them safe?
Dec 17 2020 10:39AM
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piss.boy
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I don't know if this is the right place for thus question but last season I mounted a pair of attacks on some skis and they feel like shit. I've had one pair if attacks before and loved them but these just feel creaky and the hell moves a lot. Duno if it's how I put them together or mounted them but yeah
Aug 18 2021 2:06PM
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MPoub
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Make sure that you can’t see the screws from a side profile. You want the binding to be flush on the ski (may be obvious but worth checking).

I would also check afd and forward pressure as well to make sure your boot is inside the binding properly as well.
Piss_BoyI don't know if this is the right place for thus question but last season I mounted a pair of attacks on some skis and they feel like shit. I've had one pair if attacks before and loved them but these just feel creaky and the hell moves a lot. Duno if it's how I put them together or mounted them but yeah
Aug 19 2021 3:55PM
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piss.boy
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PoubtvMake sure that you can’t see the screws from a side profile. You want the binding to be flush on the ski (may be obvious but worth checking).

I would also check afd and forward pressure as well to make sure your boot is inside the binding properly as well.

Allright thanks
Aug 20 2021 2:29PM
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tominiemenmaa
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95 or 115mm brakes for Pivots going to a 106mm ski?
Oct 6 2021 6:09AM
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MPoub
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95mm
tominiemenmaa95 or 115mm brakes for Pivots going to a 106mm ski?
Oct 6 2021 12:34PM
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animator
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Donuts_MacArthurI’ve got a pair of Marker M40 bindings mounted on a pair of K2 712 skis. Is there any way for me to make them safe?


If you like your knees I’d suggest not skiing those. Why the fuck would you want to ski that ski/binding combo at all anyway
Oct 7 2021 11:58AM
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quagsire
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Donuts_MacArthurI’ve got a pair of Marker M40 bindings mounted on a pair of K2 712 skis. Is there any way for me to make them safe?


By throwing them in the trash and buying a pair of bindings made in this century?
Oct 15 2021 3:27PM
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PacificRimJob
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alexkniefelI lost about 5 inches of edging right under my boot and really need these skis to last the rest of this winter... epoxy? ptex?



Just make sure that the fucked up edge is now only an outside edge.
Nov 10 2021 8:10AM
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HypeBeast
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Does installing booster straps void manufacturer warranty?
Nov 24 2021 2:05PM
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quagsire
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HypeBeastDoes installing booster straps void manufacturer warranty?


I doubt it. But if you have any concern, you should just keep your stock straps and reinstall them before submitting your warranty claim.
Dec 1 2021 1:06AM
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notadoctor
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AFD teflon stickers fell off my salomon sth12 bindings (circa ~2010) the original stickers are lost. Local shop was no help.


In my search i found a tgr thread and youtube vids where people have used adhesive backed Teflon-PTFE sheets cut to size to replace.

I took some measurements and it looks like I need about 0.8mm or 1/32" thick but it was tricky to get an exact measurement. Looking at buying this: https://www.amazon.com/Teflon-industrial-strength-self-adhesive-backing-TEFLON12x12-3M/dp/B00CM06JAG/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?keywords=Soles2dance&qid=1638744527&sr=8-4
Or this: https://www.ebay.com/itm/254382236970

Is this a bad idea? Does anyone have experience doing this?
Dec 5 2021 6:46PM
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skicel
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Hey guys,

My pivot 14s are feeling kind of stiff. For example, the rear part of the binding (red circle) seems very stiff to move up and down and it doesnt seem to spin as well. Do these need to have some kind of lubricant added?
Jan 1 2022 9:52PM
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quagsire
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coskiier1024Hey guys,

My pivot 14s are feeling kind of stiff. For example, the rear part of the binding (red circle) seems very stiff to move up and down and it doesnt seem to spin as well. Do these need to have some kind of lubricant added?


Totally normal and won't affect functionality at all. It'll break in a bit over time. :)
Jan 1 2022 10:04PM
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No.Quarter
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notadoctorAFD teflon stickers fell off my salomon sth12 bindings (circa ~2010) the original stickers are lost. Local shop was no help.


In my search i found a tgr thread and youtube vids where people have used adhesive backed Teflon-PTFE sheets cut to size to replace.

I took some measurements and it looks like I need about 0.8mm or 1/32" thick but it was tricky to get an exact measurement. Looking at buying this: https://www.amazon.com/Teflon-industrial-strength-self-adhesive-backing-TEFLON12x12-3M/dp/B00CM06JAG/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?keywords=Soles2dance&qid=1638744527&sr=8-4
Or this: https://www.ebay.com/itm/254382236970

Is this a bad idea? Does anyone have experience doing this?


If you had an adjustable afd height I would have minimal hesitations, without that adjustment it might be a lil sketchy, your ski bindings are a safety device after all. If you are just trying to get through the end of the season I say go for it, just make sure to properly prep the surface for adhesive (mild abrasives like scotchbrite and thorough cleaning with alcohol).
I would not rely on it as a permanent solution. You can find bindings for cheap, either used or on closeout, and probably wouldn't even have to put new holes in your skis if you get another pair with the same mounting pattern.
Mar 14 2022 12:45PM
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notadoctor
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No.QuarterIf you had an adjustable afd height I would have minimal hesitations, without that adjustment it might be a lil sketchy, your ski bindings are a safety device after all. If you are just trying to get through the end of the season I say go for it, just make sure to properly prep the surface for adhesive (mild abrasives like scotchbrite and thorough cleaning with alcohol).
I would not rely on it as a permanent solution. You can find bindings for cheap, either used or on closeout, and probably wouldn't even have to put new holes in your skis if you get another pair with the same mounting pattern.



Thanks, it seemed to work as a temp solution but I eventually found replacement baseplates for the toe pieces that still had the AFD stickers for $20.
Mar 27 2022 3:00PM
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X_MEMESWERVE_XX
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Pivot help plz!

sometimes after I stomp a landing one of my bindings just decides to spit my boot out. Doesn’t always happen but often enough to be a problem.


I have my Dins set pretty high and my heel is cranked up as far as it can go to fit my 26.5 (mounted for a 28.5 but cranked down to fit me cuz I bought my skis used) I’m like 150lbs and my Dins are set at like 9 I believe cuz I enjoy having knees

what should I do?
Dec 11 2022 9:24PM
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quagsire
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CowboySkibopPivot help plz!

sometimes after I stomp a landing one of my bindings just decides to spit my boot out. Doesn’t always happen but often enough to be a problem.


I have my Dins set pretty high and my heel is cranked up as far as it can go to fit my 26.5 (mounted for a 28.5 but cranked down to fit me cuz I bought my skis used) I’m like 150lbs and my Dins are set at like 9 I believe cuz I enjoy having knees

what should I do?


If they were mounted for a 28.5 and you're in a 26.5, you'll definitely need to remount them. Your issue is almost certainly forward-pressure related.
Dec 14 2022 6:46PM
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profa_212
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CowboySkibopPivot help plz!

sometimes after I stomp a landing one of my bindings just decides to spit my boot out. Doesn’t always happen but often enough to be a problem.


I have my Dins set pretty high and my heel is cranked up as far as it can go to fit my 26.5 (mounted for a 28.5 but cranked down to fit me cuz I bought my skis used) I’m like 150lbs and my Dins are set at like 9 I believe cuz I enjoy having knees

what should I do?


100% forward pressure issue. they only have like 7-8 mils of adjustment assuming they were mounted in the middle.

Almost a 0% chance you are able to get 2 boot size different adjustment out of it.
Dec 14 2022 6:52PM
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X_MEMESWERVE_XX
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Profahoben_212100% forward pressure issue. they only have like 7-8 mils of adjustment assuming they were mounted in the middle.

Almost a 0% chance you are able to get 2 boot size different adjustment out of it.


oh shitttt, yea I might just fuck around and get them remounted so I can actually have the forward pressure set to a good spot

**This post was edited on Dec 14th 2022 at 7:16:27pm
Dec 14 2022 7:16PM
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muffMan.
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Got sum edge separation and top sheet delam, two birds one stone.

but basically I used a pry bar to separate the top sheet more, put a shit ton of epoxy between the top sheet and core. Also at the edges so it’s sealed. wood for even contact.

*disclaimer I have no idea what I’m doing.
May 11 2023 12:32PM
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monclermadman
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Picked up this core shot on my wets right under the toe piece. Because it’s right by the edge, how should I go about fixing it? Put some epoxy in and let it cure then ptex?

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