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25 Alternative Uses for Inner Tubes.

By Chrisjob

Okay, so you might not have a huge stockpile of unused inner tubes in your garage, just waiting for an uncommon use. But if you did, here's twenty-five things you might do with them.



•    Deceptively simple dog toy.
•    Make rubber bands
•    Clear the drain.
•    Make a belt.
•    Clamp glued projects.
•    Make a rubber ball.
•    Use as a funnel or hose.
•    Temporary gaskets.
•    Make shoe insoles.
•    Reduce vibration.
•    Protect wiring.
•    Protect ropes.
•    Makeshift oil filter wrench.
•    Combine with hose clamps for a non-slip clamp.
•    Use to make waterproof bags.
•    Cane a chair.
•    Make your swingset safer.
•    A wallet.
•    iPod case.
•    Rubber clothing?
•    Make a stretchy rope.
•    Scarecrow hair.
•    Combine with sticks or bamboo to make a trellis.
•    Make unique purses...
•    Or bags.
Read all the ideas from DIYLife.

 

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mhausler

March 10, 2008

Beck when I used to do a lot of moutain biking I used my old tubes for two things. First I would cut them into small pieces to make patches for other inner tubes and the second think I would do is cut a strip of inner tube and then use zip ties to hold it on the bike frame to protect the chain when it would slap on the frame.

They are also great for floating down the river in Gruene, TX. Always bring a second one for your ice chest.