I know I'm going against the grain on this, but I think it should be painted.
If not though I would go for a high polish. On my track frame I tried to get the rear driveside stay to as high a shine as I could, and it looked good.
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I know I'm going against the grain on this, but I think it should be painted.
If not though I would go for a high polish. On my track frame I tried to get the rear driveside stay to as high a shine as I could, and it looked good.