[RBW] Re: Rust-proofing your frames

I've gone through a couple cans of frame saver and I've gone through many cans of motorcycle chain lube and I tell you they look, smell and feel the nearly identical. I haven't used it yet on a frame but I'm sure it'll work, I'm going to try on my next steel build. For the exterior, I put a

Re: [RBW] Re: Rust-proofing your frames

Good luck with the FluidFilm, I've heard the stuff is great. I had been using FrameSaver and liked it a lot, but switched to Boeshield once when there seemed to be a worldwide shortage of FrameSaver. Boeshield doesn't seem to dry as waxy as FrameSaver, and whatever residue it leaves behind is

Re: [RBW] Re: Rust-proofing your frames

Thanks Anton - the Atlantis already has a hole right at the bottom of the shell. I was pleasantly surprised to find very little surface rust anywhere inside the frame. I obviously couldn't see inside the seat and chain stays, but the chain stays are sloped downwards so any rust would probably be

Re: [RBW] Re: Rust-proofing your frames

FWIW I've been very happy with the SKF bottom bracket Compass sells. On Mon, Jan 11, 2016 at 1:22 PM, Mark Reimer wrote: > Thanks Anton - the Atlantis already has a hole right at the bottom of the > shell. I was pleasantly surprised to find very little surface rust

Re: [RBW] Re: Rust-proofing your frames

I've had Phil BB bearings go bad in just one season from water intrusion. In my case, it wasn't even submersion or winter riding. Regular rainwater had made its way into the frame and pooled down at the BB shell. I removed the Phil after noticing it was spinning a little rough, and sure enough

Re: [RBW] Re: Rust-proofing your frames

I would try sending it to phil wood...I feel like it should last longer than it did On Monday, January 11, 2016 at 9:35:59 AM UTC-6, Mark Reimer wrote: > > Took the plunge last night and stripped the Atlantis down to the frame and > gave it a good dose of FluidFilm. The stuff sprays on nice and

Re: [RBW] Re: Rust-proofing your frames

Thanks for the report-back, Mark. I'll keep this in mind for my upcoming frames. KJ On Monday, January 11, 2016 at 10:35:59 AM UTC-5, Mark Reimer wrote: > > Took the plunge last night and stripped the Atlantis down to the frame and > gave it a good dose of FluidFilm. The stuff sprays on nice

Re: [RBW] Re: Rust-proofing your frames

Yeah I thought about that, but that will put it out of service for at least two weeks, plus 30 bucks in shipping. Alternatively I could go down to a bearing supplier and get equally high end bearings for under 30 bucks and replace them myself, have it back on the road in an evening. Phil has been

Re: [RBW] Re: Rust-proofing your frames

I had my '88 Schwinn KOM blasted and powder coated clear (with a light sparkle) this winter. (I'll take some pictures soon). I treated the frame with Boeshield the other night. I plugged the tubes with wadded-up paper towels, sprayed in the Boeshield, and then rotisseried the tube to try to

Re: [RBW] Re: Rust-proofing your frames

Took the plunge last night and stripped the Atlantis down to the frame and gave it a good dose of FluidFilm. The stuff sprays on nice and easy. I used painters tape to seal off the bottom end of each tube, sprayed from the top liberally, the taped off the top and end spun the frame around to

Re: [RBW] Re: Rust-proofing your frames

I've bought Boeshield at Lee Valley in the recent past. Some LBSs carry it too. KJ On Friday, January 8, 2016 at 1:59:20 PM UTC-5, Ryan Fleming wrote: > > Hi Mark...I would definitely spray something in your frame...we've used > Boeshield and LPS3 and I've had my frames sprayed a couple of

[RBW] Re: Rust-proofing your frames

Dear Mark, Another option: LPS 3 is commonly used in marine environments. It is available in Canada, at your local marina or possibly at your local hardware store. I got a spray can (close to a lifetime supply for me) at Ace Hardware. It feels

Re: [RBW] Re: Rust-proofing your frames

Hi Mark...I would definitely spray something in your frame...we've used Boeshield and LPS3 and I've had my frames sprayed a couple of times over the years. I suspect your Atlantis was initially treated with Boeshield or LPS3 or some such, but the treatment does need to be periodically

[RBW] Re: Rust-proofing your frames

Boeshield can work and is available in Canada I believe. It creates a dry wax-like film but it's not as viscous and sticky as Framesaver . Just apply it more often if in question . -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Re: Rust-proofing your frames

Ah, I'm familiar with that product. And on that note, can't believe I forgot about this, I JUST rust treated a 40 year old motorcycle tank. It was nsty rusty inside. Guess what ate the rust clean off, is dirt cheap, can be dumped onto the street after, and available everywhere? White vinegar!

[RBW] Re: Rust-proofing your frames

amsoil hdmp is, from what i can tell, the exact same thing as jpw frame saver. it's awesome. boeshield feels watery and runny, but amsoil/framesaver sticks and runs the right amount to make you confident that its on, and staying on, all surfaces. if you are worried about rust that you

[RBW] Re: Rust-proofing your frames

I've heard Fluid Film is terrific. (Can't remember which group I saw it recommended, but I wrote it down on my hardware store list.) No experience with it, though. shoji On Friday, January 8, 2016 at 11:08:23 AM UTC-5, Mark Reimer wrote: > > Today I rode to work in the sloppiest snowy junk in

[RBW] Re: Rust-proofing your frames

T-9 Boeshield available where you are? On Friday, January 8, 2016 at 11:08:23 AM UTC-5, Mark Reimer wrote: > > Today I rode to work in the sloppiest snowy junk in a while. Despite being > -18C, it was still slush due to all the de-icer on the streets. It sticks > to my frame like glue and makes

Re: [RBW] Re: Rust-proofing your frames

It seems my best bet at this point - non-corrosive and non-toxic is a plus too. I'll have to strip the bike down over the weekend and give it the goods. Nice excuse to spend a lazy Sunday afternoon wrenching on the bike. I can finally get around to replacing my pitted headset too! On Fri, Jan 8,

[RBW] Re: Rust-proofing your frames

thats really interesting. i've heard about white vinegar but never quite believed it would do a thorough job. glad to hear that it actually works that well. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group