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Originally Posted by shaybirde
still doesn't seem to be coarse enough cause i can still see some portions of white residue on frame---
Is it typical to start at 120 or 180 on frame--Do I need to use a hard-brush to scrape off the residue from the oven cleaner?? could this possibly help with this white residue that i am not reaching with the 220 
could it be the oven cleaner (brand of oven cleaner??), as i did not use EASY OFF, but rather a cheaper form --can or should i use AIRCRAFT stripper?? ,,,i found that it is harmful to ANODIZED ALUMINUM So, instead of using and possibly messin up more---i tried the sanding as stated above---
i am thinking of picking up some 120 or 180 tomorrow,,,but i don't want to go this low if i don't necessarily have to----ALSO---one last question::
I was wondering (and have not seen any posts regarding this) when you are polishing frame or swingarm HOW do you polish one side and then flip it over to do the other side WITHOUT messin up what you just did on the previous side-- |
My guess is the residue is anodize residue. the less sanding you have to do the better. i would try easy off or caswells anodize stripper again and see if that helps. as for the stripper you have that says it will hurt anodize that is not a bad thing. keep in mind that means it would attack or dissolve the ano(like eagle 1 does to painted or cleared wheels), that is what you want. but to be safe i would try it on the inside of the rails to be safe. as for grit i have had some parts that were badly dinged and had to go as low as 80 grit, for a smooth frame rail i would think if you get all the ano off it should be fine to start with something in the 200 range for grit.
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fizlfry said: Unless you plan on never riding this, and storing it for show, I would not worry too much about the tiny scratches...If you are anything like me and ride alot..You are bound to pick up road poop/rocks/etc...onto that swingarm.
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i fully agree if you are going to ride this bike you have to compromise and decide when it is good enough for a rider. if its show go for the best posible job but riding bike will get scratched and dinged. as for the flipping over i use an old bathroom rug it is very soft and i can lay my pieces on it without worry. i am not doing a frame but principal is the same. also if possible try to hang it