Which scotchbrite pad for a titanium frame?
05-24-11, 08:06 AM
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Which scotchbrite pad for a titanium frame?
Have a Lynskey Helix and was wondering which scotchbrite pad they use on their handbrushed finish?
05-24-11, 08:30 AM
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Lynskey uses the red scotch Brite pad which can be bought at any automotive supply store.
05-24-11, 12:26 PM
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If you watch this video at around 1:45 in it looks like the guy is using a gray pad of some type.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G5unshxWAKI
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G5unshxWAKI
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If you watch this video at around 1:45 in it looks like the guy is using a gray pad of some type.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G5unshxWAKI
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G5unshxWAKI
I used Red scotch brite on my Lynskey. This used to be the Industrial Mill finish.
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05-24-11, 07:11 PM
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how many hours of work is this? The next winter will probably be as bad as the last one. I'll need something to do.
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Dunno, I like the fire of Talisker.
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Did you rub in one specific direction for top tube, downtube, seattube, chainstays?
Also, what did you use to remove decals?
05-24-11, 08:15 PM
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Yes, rub in one direction only around the tube! Its like polishing a shoe. When I ordered my frame, I requested that the decals be included but not applied. If you do remove your decals, you can buy the complete decal kit for $40 from Lynskey.
05-25-11, 05:23 AM
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Thanks, Already ordered new decals. Now, I'm not sure if I want to brush it out again or go for full polish.
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https://www.amazon.com/Scotch-Brite-0.../dp/B000LDC4TG
I can't comment on how well they worked, because although I bought a couple of pads, I didn't end up using them. I was happy with the industrial mill finish, and eager to get it built up immediately. Someday I'll probably go back and try to give it the hand brushed. Sounds like a good winter project.
05-25-11, 01:30 PM
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Just curious, where'd you get that "Pedal Power" gas price sticker?
05-25-11, 02:07 PM
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When I stripped my frame, I went over it with the regular old green scotchbrite pad you get at the grocery store as the last step. Ended up with a nice brushed matte finish.
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05-25-11, 02:25 PM
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Mikes Bikes - FREE! If you happen to pass by any Mikes Bikes in Northern Cali, their just sitting next to the cash register.
Heres a different one on my Tarmac, also free from my Local Specialized Concept Store.
Heres a different one on my Tarmac, also free from my Local Specialized Concept Store.
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05-26-11, 05:51 AM
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So which one is it? The Maroon/Red Pad or the Tan Pad? If they told the two of you two different things, maybe they use different pads sometimes.
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i like the talisker as well, but the smoke isn't the point of either, its the underlying flavors that explode and the rich velvety mouthfeel of the laph that is just awe-inspiring... especially when you try the 18... :drools:
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Drink this.
https://www.oldripvanwinkle.com/newbs...C?opendocument
My favorite drink of all.
Except beer. I like beer the best.
Not much of a cyclist am I.
https://www.oldripvanwinkle.com/newbs...C?opendocument
My favorite drink of all.
Except beer. I like beer the best.
Not much of a cyclist am I.