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Withy:
I probably posted this http://www.radbmx.co.uk/forum/index.php'topic=94090.0 in the wrong forum, so will ask some Q's here

I know that Del can do me stickers, and I'll get them from him, will probably rattlecan the frame/forks and will use all the parts I can from original (don't want NOS if I can help it)


* I've stripped the old paint off, and there is some pitting on the downtube.. the original (Yelllow/Black) paintjob will cover this anyway, but what is best way to remove surface rust and is there a decent way to cover/smooth pitting so I can spray over it?
* What is the best way to clean rims (1 x Araya 7x, 1 x Araya Aero) - Ovencleaner???
* What is the best way to tyres - dishwasher?????)
* I need the wee adjuster for the 880 front brake.. are they available anywhere?
* Are new hollow bolts available anywhere ... threads on mine seem a tad worn after 22 years :) I'm building the bike to ride, not for shows etc, so I don't need it to be 100% perfect/original (I prefer my parts to the stock bits on an 87 Tem Master anyway :) )

Help is appreciated, will be cool to get this aby back on the road.. and as soon as I get double decades back, I'll post a vid :)

sid1972:
Here goes:

Frame -
rust can be removed using, hammerite rust remover, or T-CUT and a scoring pad (depending on how bad it is). It's best to apply a rust preventer then, esp to the pitted area.

If u are spraying it, use a bar metal stopper to fill the pits and sand when dry with wet/dry paper.. varying grades.

Then use a good bare metal primer, and spend time smoothing this down, as this will have a massive impact on the finish.

Wheels -
If u are removing a anno finish, oven cleaner will remove this, but you are better using caustic soda (just be careful), if u are only cleaning and polishing the rims. Use a good cutting compound and lots of elbow grease, then buff!.

Tyres -
some say dishwasher, but I have never attempted this, I use the bath and give them a good scrub!

Brakes -
just keep your eyes open, parts will come up.

Bolts -
No end of specialist available, use the yellow pages for someone local - and take the bolts with you.

Withy:
Cheers Sid

Frame is chrome.. does that make a difference to the prep?  Original 87 Masters were chrome at the back and the fors with middle section painted

sid1972:
oh yeah, crap! just seen the photos..

you need to seek advice from someone like 'N2CUS', spraying over chrome not easy and it will chip and peel like crazy... maybe look at having it annodised instead...

worth doing right because its a nice bike, I could not tackle that at home and do it justice!

there is a product made by 'dupli colour', but I would wait to hear from Rad Member with experience in spraying on chrome.

Sorry Fella..  :daumenhoch:

GTnumber1:
if your frame aint flaking i sugest rubing it down with 240 grit this should key up the chrome well and then  primer it use a high build primer to cover all the scratches if your using cans give it shit loads of coats, build it up till you cant see the scrathes then use a 1000 avlon pad to nib it down, then you should be ready for painting  :daumenhoch:

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