Colnago dropout material?
10-27-05, 10:18 AM
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Colnago dropout material?
Have an 02 CT-1 Bstay and the paint has chipped/flaked off one of the rear dropouts. There is now a chalky residue on the dropout now due to moisture,etc. What material is the dropout made of and what is the best prep and paint for the metal? Sydney?
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If the residue is chalky white, the dropout is most likely aluminum. A quick test with a magnet should confirm that. Clean off the corrosion and repaint with anything recommended for Al.
Paint on dropouts lives a precarious existance at best so try to clean and dry the area if you get caught in the rain.
Paint on dropouts lives a precarious existance at best so try to clean and dry the area if you get caught in the rain.
