On Nov 25, 10:01, <davidmercier(a)newengleng.com> wrote: Was this is response to the thread a couple of months ago? Paper tape is still available from several suppliers, though only a few companies still actually make it. However, not all modern "oiled" tape uses resin -- some manufacturers do still use oil, according to the company in the UK who are getting me some (from Germany). Resin is an effective barrier, but worse than useless as a lubricant. -- Pete Peter Turnbull Network Manager University of York