Mr Fro Posted March 7, 2017 Posted March 7, 2017 ...the forks will be going off to be enameled.I've not heard of that - what is it? Quote
Guest Posted March 8, 2017 Posted March 8, 2017 ...the forks will be going off to be enameled.I've not heard of that - what is it? They basically spray paint the parts and then heat it in an oven. After reading up a bit more about it I don't think it'd be as durable as powder coating, but the cost for having the forks done is about £75.Just a little more info:http://www.windridge.co.uk/content.php/444 Quote
Mr Fro Posted March 8, 2017 Posted March 8, 2017 They basically spray paint the parts and then heat it in an oven. After reading up a bit more about it I don't think it'd be as durable as powder coating, but the cost for having the forks done is about £75.Just a little more info:http://www.windridge.co.uk/content.php/444I meant I'd not heard of having forks enamelled! Didn't know if it was normal enamelling or some swishy coating on the tubes or something. Quote
TimR Posted March 8, 2017 Posted March 8, 2017 Enamels on forks ? Surely a high risk of it chipping in that location . Quote
WearsTheFoxHat Posted March 8, 2017 Posted March 8, 2017 Put off renewing my mortgage fixed rate until I found a job, so now that I have, spoke to them today. Went from 3 to 5 year fixed with a drop of 50 bps on what I'm paying now. And got £250 back from them for staying. And as the mortgage is split over 2 loans, that £250 became £500 (yes I know I am paying it really, but it still feelsgoodman).Unfortunately I can't put it towards a bike as I had to blow most of it on new suits.... Quote
Guest Posted March 8, 2017 Posted March 8, 2017 Oh haha my bad Mr Fro. Enamels on forks ? Surely a high risk of it chipping in that location . Yeah that's what I was thinking from what I've read. What do they normally do to forks? Any better suggestions? Quote
TimR Posted March 9, 2017 Posted March 9, 2017 In my thoughts it would be fine for a Show bike that doesn't get used as intended . I think the general option is powder coating but as i say this is my thoughts on the matter with a limited understanding/experience of the processes . The company involved would be the best port of enquiry or others in the trade . Quote
Mawsley Posted March 9, 2017 Posted March 9, 2017 25% saved in Premium Bonds towards the next bike.I've never saved anything in my life. Ever. Not Krispy Kreme donuts, not 'the rest of the bottle of wine', not money, not nothing.I'm quite impressed. The prospect of not having to pay a monthly sum to a bank when I'm riding it will just make the grin bigger. Quote
Grumpy Old Git Posted March 30, 2017 Posted March 30, 2017 had a great time in the UAE.Own a Rocket.I'm still alive.The Falcon has 15 Real Ale pumps on the bar and it is only a couple of miles away from home.I retire in May Quote
Grumpy Old Git Posted April 4, 2017 Posted April 4, 2017 last day then. 31st May AND, I'm now top of the 2017 TAG Leader Board! Quote
JRH Posted April 4, 2017 Posted April 4, 2017 last day then. 31st May AND, I'm now top of the 2017 TAG Leader Board! Well you have to do something now with ALL that free time on your hands Quote
Grumpy Old Git Posted April 4, 2017 Posted April 4, 2017 Already got plans to tour Wales and Scotland!Missed you at Wheels - Did you get any of the 'discounted' clothing? The Polo shirts were pretty good. Quote
JRH Posted April 4, 2017 Posted April 4, 2017 No it was seething when I was there. could not be ar**d to fight through. Bad enough trying to park Quote
Grumpy Old Git Posted April 6, 2017 Posted April 6, 2017 I parked in the Greyhound Stadium Carpark - There was no way I was going to try and squeeze the Rocket into that melee! Quote
JRH Posted April 6, 2017 Posted April 6, 2017 Might have got in but probably not turned it to get out. Quote
Mawsley Posted September 16, 2017 Posted September 16, 2017 Realised that I only got charged for the food last night. Guess I'm going to have to pop in and offer to pay for the drinks though, I'd hate to think the lad was sacked from his job.And I got my 3rd Kyu today. Quote
Mawsley Posted December 5, 2017 Posted December 5, 2017 ...and passed my 2nd kyu. Just 18 months(ish) to the black belt. Quote
Six30 Posted December 5, 2017 Posted December 5, 2017 ...and passed my 2nd kyu. Just 18 months(ish) to the black belt. Is that Xbox karate black belt ? Quote
Gin Posted December 5, 2017 Posted December 5, 2017 Realised that I only got charged for the food last night. Guess I'm going to have to pop in and offer to pay for the drinks though, I'd hate to think the lad was sacked from his job.And I got my 3rd Kyu today. What brand of "Kick all your asses" is this? Quote
Mawsley Posted December 5, 2017 Posted December 5, 2017 ...and passed my 2nd kyu. Just 18 months(ish) to the black belt. Is that Xbox karate black belt ? Black belt is a real bitch - I've got to go R1-L1-R1-square button-triangle-triangle-circle button-L1-R1-L1.Three times. And then answer questions on the benefits of HDMI over Scart.Some people think this stuff is easy! Quote
Mawsley Posted December 5, 2017 Posted December 5, 2017 What brand of "Kick all your asses" is this? Shotokan. Quote
Gin Posted December 5, 2017 Posted December 5, 2017 What brand of "Kick all your asses" is this? Shotokan. *Goes to Google... Writes note on hand to only take the piss out of Mawsley on the forum, not in person.... Also practice fake tears for when the big man goes to hit the tiny woman!* Quote
Mawsley Posted December 5, 2017 Posted December 5, 2017 *Goes to Google... Writes note on hand to only take the piss out of Mawsley on the forum, not in person.... Also practice fake tears for when the big man goes to hit the tiny woman!* I only use my powers for good. Which includes having a go at stupid drivers. And internet bigots, fascists, morons, fox hunters, Daily Mail readers, celebrity chefs, people who star in or watch house renovation programs, anybody liking celebrity big star talent on ice, and people who put pineapple on pizza. Quote
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