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Bang them on a rock, first one to break loses.

That would mean buying both - defeats the object of the question?

What's better?

Alloy is more expensive - lighter I guess - which is tougher?

Cheers!

I don't grease, just threadlock.

Awesome!

Now all i need is my new tyre to land as the last one was a write off... come on mr planet x !

[QUOTE=vélo libre;948854]the "walking method" check sheldon's website, basically involves, having one track nut tight, pulling the wheel to one side, tighten that side, loosen other side, pull that way. in this way the wheel "walks" in the dropout, enabling perfect tension. when in correct place, make sure wheel is centred and just tighten the nuts down.

Cheers I'll give it a go, I've tried the pulling back wheel pushing frame forward technique but always left with a little slack.

Are there any chain tensioners that'll go on a front loading dropout?

I would leave it at least 48 hours minimum before you do your next set of coats, If not you will get crinkles from the next layer of paint drying at different rate to previous. Don't say I didn't warn you.

Will do! Anyone got any ideas where I can get decent spray cans that don't cost the earth?

I've got this portable oil radiator thing, would heating the garage help the paint cure and improve the finish?

ah well... it's just a street stealther i'm building for my sister, i'll stick a photo up here when it's done.

what about if i wet sand it to hell, do a fair few more coats and wet sand all them?

if that fails, will it still have that feel after laquering?

just read this http://www.londonfgss.com/post218467-7.html think i should cope!

got the first few coats on, leaving 25-30 minutes between each,

it's looking good, but the finish of the paint isn't smooth but is quite textured - is that how it should be at this stage or have I done something wrong? think i'm gonna need another 3-4 cans of colour before getting to laquer, will 3-4 cans of laquer do the job? and any decent brands to look out for? cheers

crashing now...

it's been good, can't wait till round 2.

oh yeah....

ordered 2 white ones, gonna look bling blong....

interested to see how bad they are in the wet! what psi do you run at?

Except maybe being sodomised with a broom handle.

You'll need more than 5 nights and may wish to consider waiting at least one full week after spraying the top coat before applying the lacquer. There's nothing worse than the feeling in your gut as you watch the uncured paint slowly drip and run.

It takes that long? well guess it's gonna take longer then...

I happened to find 2 broom sticks, so if anyone's roundabout horsforth and fancies a bit of mutual broomsticking, plus a quick game of "whose hand is this?" PM me!

I use them on my mountain bikes - been around for about 10 years?

They are great - much easier to fit and no worries about pulling the star nut through!

I've got an empty garage for 5 nights so thought I'd take advantage!

Am gonna tape off hub centers (washers etc) - think it will look alright.

I'm painting it white with silver base layer, and have thought it through ish

And awesome idea on the broom handle thanks.

instead of a star nut and cap just use one of these http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=17766

much easier, and better! a choice of brands too...

Right, I'm planning to have a bit of a painting session this eve...

Got a frame I need to spray and a wheel. Go all my primer, base coat top coat and laquer...

I figured the best way to do it would be suspend them from the ceiling of my garage somehow, that way will be able to paint from all angles at once... reducing time needed and improving coverage and eveness of paint.

Any suggestions on how to suspend? I was thinking a qr skewer through the drop outs, but this will leave little circles.

No idea for the wheel.

can you get a little screwdriver in from the other sider and tap it out with a hammer?

I wouldn't ride it as this could round off your crank...

Your review seemed pretty positive, and is what i'm basing my purchase on thanks...

just one question. do they roll nice, or is there alot of buzz? also, do they hold up to skids?

no I live in Leeds... really hoping for another online store that does free delivery...

might just have to cough up though, they look real pretty.

or £15 on a train...!

LIES!!

planet x has the all white ones for £15 notes....

http://www.planet-x-warehouse.co.uk/acatalog/Online_Catalogue_Touring_Commuting_264.html#aTYVIRAWH70028

Anyone know where I can get these without having to pay £7.50 postage?

Would 1-2mm make much difference? I think mines out slightly, just pondering switching the chainring for the inside of the spider to see if that helps - but that's gonna be more than a 1-2mm difference...

Yes resurrected - unfortunately still haven't got ***the power ***to start my own...

Maybe, one day...