You're doing all of the hard work, and you're figuring most of it out yourself. You're a credit to this forum.
I've given up on rim strips. I now use a strip of Gorilla tape, torn in half, lengthwise. Tough stuff. I don't recommend a patch; in fact, I'd go for a heavy duty tube.
So glad to hear that your bike is better than before. Nice work.
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"I figure I'm well-prepared for coping with a bike that comes from the factory with unresolved issues and that rewards the self-reliant owner." - Buccaneer
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