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Technical & Reference Section => Tech and Restoration => Topic started by: aerostylie on August 17, 2008, 10:59 AM
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Daft question ::)
Any tips on preventing build up marks on a freshly powdered frame and forks? Obviously don't tighten everyting (or don't build at all!!) but any other techniques, or have I got to bite the bullet and just accept that they'll occur :(
Cheers
Paul
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Nylon washers ... they're available on eBay in many different sizes :daumenhoch:
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Nylon washers ... they're available on eBay in many different sizes :daumenhoch:
ahh thats how you kept that pro class frame and forks looking like new before i got it :daumenhoch:
always wondered how you,d kept it so sweet :)
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ahh thats how you kept that pro class frame and forks looking like new before i got it :daumenhoch:
always wondered how you,d kept it so sweet :)
Oh yes, those washers are ace for keeping things nice :daumenhoch:
(http://www.radbmx.co.uk/archive/albums/a217/steve167690/Pro%20Class/ProClass_6.jpg)
(http://www.radbmx.co.uk/archive/albums/a217/steve167690/Pro%20Class/ProClass_2.jpg)
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i got some rubber washers from the plumbers, fitted them in both sides of the wheel nuts (4 per wheel ) before fitting the wheels. the same can be done for the brakes too. plastic washers would also be good. still use your metal washers as this will stop the rubber / plastic washers binding up.
another idea i had but haven't tried is to use vehicle vinyl, the same vinyl use for graphics. it comes in most colours and if fitted right, you wouldn't see it. using this method i would still fit the components lightly
steve
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::)
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Nylon/rubber washers.......what a brilliant idea :4_17_5:
That should be top tip sticky if not already done so :daumenhoch:
The vehicle vinyl sounds more of a fiddly job I suppose having to cut it right ::)
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your all freaks, speak to mattdub he is mr anal, he will know everything you need
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just tighten it within a inch of it's life. unless your going to show it without the wheels on, which would be gay.
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Steve you're a genius dude. Any idea what is the best size for the wheel nuts? loads of different sizes on ebay, not sure which ones are the best to get for tuffs etc...
Kind regards,
Matt :daumenhoch:
Nylon washers ... they're available on eBay in many different sizes :daumenhoch:
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Steve you're a genius dude. Any idea what is the best size for the wheel nuts? loads of different sizes on ebay, not sure which ones are the best to get for tuffs etc...
Here you go Matt ... !!! CLICKETY CLICK !!! (http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/NYLON-WASHER-M10-50-pack-farings-motorbike_W0QQitemZ160273041301QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item160273041301&_trkparms=72%3A12%7C39%3A1%7C66%3A2%7C65%3A12%7C240%3A1318&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&timeout=1218978839718) :daumenhoch:
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You can get them in black too ... !!! CLICKETY CLICK !!! (http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/100-Flat-M10-Black-Plastic-Washers-10mm-Nylon_W0QQitemZ250281785387QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item250281785387&_trkparms=72%3A12%7C39%3A1%7C66%3A2%7C65%3A12%7C240%3A1318&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&timeout=1218978839718) :daumenhoch:
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nice one just got mi some :daumenhoch:
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good idea and i just binned about 300 odd of these lol
as had left over from me beach buggy i built a few years back
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Will pop to Homebase/B&Q to see what they have washer wise, so that's wheels and brakes sorted.
Don't mean to be anal, but what about the seat post area for avoiding marks. The paint has added a bit extra around the tube so the seat clamp won't instantly drop down.........wd40 perhaps ::).
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I am going to try my local Plumb Centre in the morning, will let you know how I get on.
M10 as in 10mm?
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Plumb center didn't have anything :-\
Anyone got a source I can get to in the next couple of days? I don't want to put the Tuff's on my Haro without them.
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I just got mine from ebay, looks superb! Thanks steve for your guidance here dude :4_17_5:
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At work(Toyota),we use metal washers with rubber bonded to one side to seal cam cover studs.These are perfect for mounting brakes onto frames with flat brake bridges(also work on front).You do get a small bit of caliper movement but if only for show then no matter.If anyones interested the part number is 90210-07001,not cheap at £2.12 + vat each but they do save that new paint job.
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B&Q have turned out to not be much cop either.
Bought some plastic washes that will do for the weekend, but looks like the ebay option is the best.
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B&Q have turned out to not be much cop either.
Bought some plastic washes that will do for the weekend, but looks like the ebay option is the best.
Try Wickes, went tonight and got some 'hose washers' and fit perfect on my Skyway/Zytec axles. 5 washers per bag, found in the plumbing section, £1.09 per pack, 1/2" . Most excellent :daumenhoch:
(http://www.radbmx.co.uk/archive/albums/s6/aerostylie/1002-1.jpg) (http://www.radbmx.co.uk/archive/albums/s6/aerostylie/1003-1.jpg)
Paul :)