Here is an update from the build, the silver bullet, or silver surfer, ahh I cant decide!! Got chrome transition logos on, and it is pretty trippy, thinking about buying a set of red chrome decals for some more pop. Also scored a vorsprung coil Lyrik for the front. Bike is 170/170mm and feels like a magic carpet,
You’re making me want to do my Process 134 next winter
Thanks man! Dot it! It's been pretty fun building this bike up, still need to figure out how to clean aluminum without having to scratch/sand the stains off the surface, I was reading vinegar works or some lemon juice. The aluminum stains easily with any type of oils that touch it or rubber like from my bike stand clamp.
I want to fully clean the stains that have been picked up then wipe some polish on it to create a protective barrier.
Anyone have any good tips for keeping the RAW frame from collecting ugly stains?
You’re making me want to do my Process 134 next winter
Thanks man! Dot it! It's been pretty fun building this bike up, still need to figure out how to clean aluminum without having to scratch/sand the stains off the surface, I was reading vinegar works or some lemon juice. The aluminum stains easily with any type of oils that touch it or rubber like from my bike stand clamp.
I want to fully clean the stains that have been picked up then wipe some polish on it to create a protective barrier.
Anyone have any good tips for keeping the RAW frame from collecting ugly stains?
I use Renaissance Wax on mine. It lasts well, buffs up nicely and slows oxidisation. It looks like it's available in the US.
I used Mother's wax, and you could almost get a reflection off of it. Almost annoyingly bright and reflective. Not the best pic, but it's another option.
I use Eagle One PVD/Aluminum wheel cleaner and a Scotch Brite pad. I have used it on a few bikes. It leaves a satin matt aluminum raw finish. Not a polished look, but I enjoy not giving it much attention when done.....
Rockshox have the Pike Ultimate in the polished lowers version. I want to make my Zeb look like that. People say nothing will stick to the polished mag lowers. Is the Pike polished and treated, or is that just a very nice paint colour that looks like polished metal? Years ago there was a grey raw totem. I heard it was galvanised though. Can anyone comment on either?
Rockshox have the Pike Ultimate in the polished lowers version. I want to make my Zeb look like that. People say nothing will stick to the polished mag lowers. Is the Pike polished and treated, or is that just a very nice paint colour that looks like polished metal? Years ago there was a grey raw totem. I heard it was galvanised though. Can anyone comment on either?
The silver pike ultimate is NOT polished, its painted. I've come close to replicating that paint job though, as I made some parts that I wanted to match my silver Pike. Here are some photos of the paints I used, as well as comparison to the Pike. The saddle shell and rear fender have the 'replicated' paint color. https://www.pinkbike.com/u/Fabris/album/parts-I-designed-and-built/
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