I fancy doing a complete respray of an old aluminium frame (my road training bike). Can anyone recommend me a good and safe on alu paint stripper, and alu primer if they have done a similar
Nov 14, 2011 How to Strip Yer Bicycle for a Raw Finish.: The first thing yer going to need to do is have a bike that you want to try this project with. Make sure a raw finish is what your after, because it\'s a lot easier to remove paint than it is to apply it! I started with a Columbus Steel
May 01, 2012 This is essential to do a proper paint job on a frame. Apart from the headset and bottom bracket bearing cups, a full strip down will be easy in most cases using Allen keys, a chain splitter
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The best bet with aluminum is to send the frame out to a shop which specializes in stripping paint off aluminum, mostly using chemicals. Titanium is often left unfinished, as it does not rust. Then painting is not an issue. Titanium is softer than steel, and any paint should be removed using chemical paint remover, as with
Step 1: Here\'s What You Need! Paint Stripper. I use citristrip as it\'s a little easier on the environment and the human body (aka magicsauce) Cling wrap. cling wrap keeps all the solvents and special magical chemicals in the magicsauce right up in the paint\'s grill. a
Apply Paint Remover to Frame with a Brush. Once the 40 minutes is up, use a tool that will allow you to scrape the paint off of the A number of tools will be suitable for this. When you have gotten down to the bare metal, use sandpaper and steel wool to get any little leftover paint off of the
Nov 06, 2007 But I’m not really going to paint it. I just want to achieve a brushed aluminum look on the frame. So let’s get going on how to strip your bike’s paint. First thing you need to do is remove all the parts from the I am only stripping the frame portion of the
Jul 28, 2021 Maine. 7/29/20. #4. I’ve polished aluminum before and depending if frames scratched up you may have to sand it from 200 up to 1000 to get any deep scratches out. If it’s just paint that needs to come off maybe aircraft paint stripper, most airplanes are aluminum. Once you get it down so there is no paint or scratches polish with compound to
Nov 21, 2021 Having recently started a SS build using a brand new (but old) Raleigh RM 5 aluminium frame I though Id share the process of stripping the paint and polishing the frame here as well (there is a dedicated thread to the entire work in progress on the single speed section as well). I dont profess
Chemical strip is the normal approach, it won’t hurt it. Nitrimors is a hit miss affair it depends on the original paint. I’ve had plenty of alloy frames powder
May 19, 2021 Posted: Mar 20, 2021 at 8:12 Quote: What is the best stripper for an Aluminum bike frame? Can I use the same stripper as you show for the steel frame? I don\'t want to damage the
I fancy doing a complete respray of an old aluminium frame (my road training bike). Can anyone recommend me a good and safe on alu paint stripper, and alu primer if they have done a similar
Feb 16, 2006 Why paint a bike frame? The aluminum won\'t rust and the paint adds weight. Besides the object of a good bike is to ride it faster and furhter then the next guy. Paint doesn\'t make it go. Seems to me that fancy paint is getting into decorator territory, matching the drapes to the rug, not a
Jan 17, 2021 The 1940\'s/50\'s Meca Dural bicycle that I am currently restoring had an unfortunate encounter with an amateur spray painter. While this bike\'s frame is made from duralumin, a form of aluminum alloy which needs no paint because it cannot rust, the bike\'s fork was steel. When I purchased the bike, I knew it had
May 11, 2009 Want to refinish a MTB bike frame as a surprise for wife, and was wanting to hear some input regarding pro\'s, and con\'s for these technique\'s. screamer09 Posted: May 11, 2009 at
May 18, 2021 Aluminum Bike Frame Pros. Aluminum frames are lighter-On average, an aluminum bike weighs around 1-2 pounds less than a comparable steel bike.The reason aluminum is lighter than steel by volume is that it has a much lower density. The density of aluminum is about 2.7 g/cm³ while the density of steel is about 8.05
Hy SyedN2, unfortunay, aluminum is the hardest metal to plate on because of it\'s tendency to oxidize with the air (see point #2 above). To strip off the anodize, use the procedure above and you\'ll have to do the continuity test to make sure you removed all of the anodize. Time in the solution depends on how thick the anodize coating
Didn’t strip it but recently bought a raw intense frame and it only took a little bit off effort and some polish to get it looking decent, seems the ideal finish for mountain
Oct 16, 2021 The best aluminium road bikes, in order of score. Triban RC120: £399.99 / €450 Cannondale CAAD13 Force eTap AXS £4,800 / $5,750; Canyon Endurace AL 7.0 Disc: £1,599 Canyon Endurace AL 7.0: £
Jun 30, 2021 Once the frame is compley dry, spray an even layer of clear coat all over the bike, similarly to how you applied the spray paint. For the best results, apply three coats of clear coat. Let each coat dry for 15-30 minutes before you apply the next one. Let the bike frame dry for a full 24
Nov 06, 2007 But I’m not really going to paint it. I just want to achieve a brushed aluminum look on the frame. So let’s get going on how to strip your bike’s paint. First thing you need to do is remove all the parts from the I am only stripping the frame portion of the
Jul 28, 2021 Maine. 7/29/20. #4. I’ve polished aluminum before and depending if frames scratched up you may have to sand it from 200 up to 1000 to get any deep scratches out. If it’s just paint that needs to come off maybe aircraft paint stripper, most airplanes are aluminum. Once you get it down so there is no paint or scratches polish with compound to
May 09, 2008 How to strip paint of an Aluminum frame in Mechanics\' Lounge. Posted: May 7, 2008 at 19:17 Quote: its not really worth it. just sand it pretty good. you
Nov 21, 2021 Having recently started a SS build using a brand new (but old) Raleigh RM 5 aluminium frame I though Id share the process of stripping the paint and polishing the frame here as well (there is a dedicated thread to the entire work in progress on the single speed section as well). I dont profess
Didn’t strip it but recently bought a raw intense frame and it only took a little bit off effort and some polish to get it looking decent, seems the ideal finish for mountain
Aug 20, 2021 Pricing wise, for CycloRetro to customise and polish a set of Potenza levers, it would typically cost about AU$180. Both brake calipers would be AU$150, and a
Feb 16, 2006 Why paint a bike frame? The aluminum won\'t rust and the paint adds weight. Besides the object of a good bike is to ride it faster and furhter then the next guy. Paint doesn\'t make it go. Seems to me that fancy paint is getting into decorator territory, matching the drapes to the rug, not a
Jan 17, 2021 The 1940\'s/50\'s Meca Dural bicycle that I am currently restoring had an unfortunate encounter with an amateur spray painter. While this bike\'s frame is made from duralumin, a form of aluminum alloy which needs no paint because it cannot rust, the bike\'s fork was steel. When I purchased the bike, I knew it had
Jun 29, 2021 He warned me to suit up, glove up, and use eye protection, the reiterated it until I promised I would. That stuff was WAY more effective than \"aircraft stripper\". It bubbled paint off aluminum in short order. I have no idea what it was but if I was stripping a plane I\'d go talk to a pro painter and find out. Stewartb, Jun 29,
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3) Strip the frame down and remove all Aluminium parts. 4) Put the frame upside down. Block what remains of the seatpost with blu-tack, then a plastic bag and tape. 5) Mix up a solution – add
Hy SyedN2, unfortunay, aluminum is the hardest metal to plate on because of it\'s tendency to oxidize with the air (see point #2 above). To strip off the anodize, use the procedure above and you\'ll have to do the continuity test to make sure you removed all of the anodize. Time in the solution depends on how thick the anodize coating
May 11, 2009 Want to refinish a MTB bike frame as a surprise for wife, and was wanting to hear some input regarding pro\'s, and con\'s for these technique\'s. screamer09 Posted: May 11, 2009 at
Aug 05, 2021 The one I’ve linked to below works really well to get the paint and rust off without leaving those annoying semi-circular marks along the metal. Strip all the paint off, and have fun creating a new design on your bike. Or take it to a professional powder-coating shop to really restore the beauty of your classic
Aug 18, 2021 Kachorek says 3M Scotch Blue Exterior works well on Squid’s aluminum frames. You can use tape to mask off areas of the bike while creating your design as
Aug 05, 2021 The one I’ve linked to below works really well to get the paint and rust off without leaving those annoying semi-circular marks along the metal. Strip all the paint off, and have fun creating a new design on your bike. Or take it to a professional powder-coating shop to really restore the beauty of your classic
Prepping a Bike Frame for Powder Coating With Logos: I was given a nice Specialized Allez frame that just happened to be the right size for a girl that I am somewhat fond of (in the spirit of understatement). The frame was damaged and I did not really care for the stock Specialized aesthetic, so I
Mar 07, 2012 So if you have a bike that fits really well, and you have kept it mechanically sound, but the scratches and dings have got you bummed out … have a look at getting your frame powder coated. Granted, $150 – $200 is a substantial amount of money, and compleydisassemblingthe bike is a chore, but it is 1/10th or less of the cost of a new
May 04, 2021 Aluminum frames that have been welded usually become very brittle around the weld joint making the frame more susceptible to cracking in the welded area. Occasionally, a low strength bolted joint will strip in which case an epoxy can be used to good
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Fatigue is a prominent failure mechanism for mountain bike frames, and can lead to serious accidents, costly recalls, and poor product image for bicycle frame manufacturers. The team collaborated with a local bike company, in the process of developing a new 6061T6 aluminum mountain bike, to investigate the fatigue behavior
Sep 09, 2009 Strip clearcoat from aluminum motorcycle frame 2000. Q. I\'m looking for something to remove clearcoat off of alum motorcycle frame. I have tried aircraft stripper which will remove clearcoat off of a car but not my motorcycle frame. I don\'t want to sand it off because I\'m going to polish it when I\'m done. thanks. glenn jordan winchester
Apr 22, 2021 Im looking for an estimation of how long it should take to strip a bike to the frame, powdercoat it and then put it back together. No engine work or suspension work. Just taken bike apart to powdercoat frame and putting it back together. Im no mechanical
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Mar 13, 2008 A discussion started in 2001 but continuing through 2021. 2001. Q. Could you please advise me on how to polish aluminum motorcycle frames and rims and tools needed and what type of sandpaper to use to get chrome-like finish, and stripper to strip lacquer coating. Thanks greatly, William N [last name deleted for privacy by Editor] - Bronx, New York
May 30, 2021 Aluminum: Strong and light, aluminum frames are the most common frames you can buy for any bike. They can be made as light as steel but will not be as light as carbon fiber. Steel: Sturdy but heavy, steel is most common on old bikes, which are less concerned with lower weights. However, some custom steel bikes might still be under 20 lb (9.1
May 03, 2021 The ideal way to remove paint from Aluminium is by using plastic blast media. This is used at low pressures between 15-40 psi (1-3 Bar), and will not damage the substrate whilst quickly and effectively removing the paint. If used correctly and carefully, you can actually remove one layer at a time, and can recycle the media 20-35