ti refurbishment

[shankldu]

So i have a older ti frame with marks where old decals were light scractches etc , what can i used to rub them out emory cloth ,very fine sand paper ?

[cnighbor1]

scotch pad 1st
You might have to do whole frame to get an even look which means new decals

[jds108]

green scotchbrite. Make sure you always move the pad in the direction that you want to see the grain/polish marks.

[eddief]

how the bike was finished originally. If it was mirror and he takes a pad to it, he may end up with a mess.

[shankldu]

its a ti colorado

[russ46]

I found a worn green scotchbrite pad works best for the finish on my Concours. I've found a fresh pad to be too aggresive.

[avalonracing]

I did this with a brushed Litespeed and it looks better than new. Use the Scotchbrite and follow the direction of the grain (around the tube, not long-ways) but the best tip is to no put your fingers behind where you are brushing it is too much pressure and uneven. Take a short strip of the Scotchbrite, grab each side then work it back and forth like you would shine a shoe. Don't use a lot of pressure and don't rush. It works great... If the frame is a brushed finish already that is.

[firerescuefin]

If you want to get crazy.. a commercial wheel polish (Maguiars/Eagle 1) takes it to the next level with minimal effort

[crownjewelwl]

that's what james uses at black sheep...it is a pretty fine grade

if there is a lot of work, you might start with the maroon then finish with the grey

cut into 1 inch strips and polish away!

i ordered a box of 20...i will never use them all...

PM me and i'll mail a couple to you

[djg21]

Rolite Metal Polish also works well if you have a brushed finish. Don't use it or scotchbrite of you have a glossy finish.

[old_fat_and_slow]

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[Ramjm_2000]

Originally Posted by old_fat_and_slow

For my brushed Ti sled, I use 0000 steel wool. Don't rub too agressively though.

I've always been told this is a major no no due to the steel wool leaving residual steel in the frame and opening up the possibility of rust.

[champ]

Maroon-colored ScotchBrite (fine or extra fine?) is what most frame mfg's use for brushed Ti. +1 on scrubbing around the circumference of the tube.

[jgueone]

pictures?

[mcteague]

Originally Posted by champ

Maroon-colored ScotchBrite (fine or extra fine?) is what most frame mfg's use for brushed Ti. +1 on scrubbing around the circumference of the tube.

That is what Seven Cycles sent me when I inquired about what type of pad to use. When I told them I was having a hard time finding the maroon colored one they just sent me two pads. Nice company.

Tim