Author Topic: Look at what I've got in store for next week :) (Read 1824 times)

Fuzzy · « **on:** 28 March 2013, 07:56:12 am »

If all goes well I'll have the following fitted by the end of next week! Getting a garage to fit it all for me.

Pair of wheels (look brand new & in their Yamaha boxes - less than 1000 miles on them apparently)
Pair of ABE (All Bike Engineering) front brake discs
Rear EBC brake disc
SBS sintered pads up front
SBS ceramic pads on the bum end
Rear shock refurbished by ABE
New disc bolts all round (in case you wondered what's in the little purple bag)

Will report back with first impressions of each item. By the way, anybody got any special tips in regards to bedding in new discs and pads? Only downside is it looks like I might have to take it a little easier than usual on the April London foccer's ride $:\$

A bit of a plug here but I will probably have my old rims with polished lips for sale afterwards and possibly my Wilbers shock too depending on whether I get on with the refurbed one so pm me if you're interested.

All the juicy parts below

darrsi · « **Reply #1 on:** 28 March 2013, 08:32:35 am »

What magazine are you buying that kit bike from?
"Only 780 parts to collect, totalling £120,000"

Fuzzy · « **Reply #2 on:** 28 March 2013, 08:42:27 am »

Ha, the bloody huge one at the back of the shop!

Chris · « **Reply #3 on:** 28 March 2013, 10:29:30 am »

Nice box'o stuff there man!

Be like christmas! haha!

I would suggest getting a good wheel sealant on those wheels before they are fitted, will make them much easier to keep clean

Chris

Fuzzy · « **Reply #4 on:** 28 March 2013, 10:36:40 am »

Didn't think of that Chris, probably a bit late now but I did wax them all over & treat them with acf50 in places (inside the hub etc) so hopefully that'll do the trick.

Chris · « **Reply #5 on:** 28 March 2013, 10:41:43 am »

A good wax should last a while but there are some dedicated wheel sealants out there these days which stop the brake dust etc sticking to the wheels. I've just had my wheels powder coated gloss black and got some sealant on them so hopefully they'll be easier to keep clean and keep them glossy. Especially the front as it can be a right pain to get at with the big front discs etc.

Something to think about if you have them off again anytime

Chris

Fuzzy · « **Reply #6 on:** 28 March 2013, 10:47:49 am »

Yeah, I know what you mean, they can be a pain. I shall keep an eye out over the weekend for some sealant then as I do not plan to have them off again anytime soon! If all else fails, the autoglym wax is pretty good on bodywork so hopefully it won't be too bad.

Chris · « **Reply #7 on:** 28 March 2013, 10:57:03 am »

I get a lot of detailing products from here. http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/wheels-and-tyres/cat_7.html

On the page I've linked to it has pretty much everything you could need for your weels. I personally use Gtechniq C5 on my wheels but it is pretty expensive, having said that one application will last for up to 2 years whereas a general wax like you've used will last 6 to 8 months and still get penetrated by brake dust, and most wheel specific waxs will last 8 months to a year. Autofinesse Mint Rims is supposed to be really good and long lasting though. They are both on the page I linked to.

The higher temperatures and the extra amount of brake dust fallout means the wheels live in a very harsh atmosphere and therefore need extra tough protection... If you are a total perfectionist like me... haha

Cheers,

Chris

Fuzzy · « **Reply #8 on:** 28 March 2013, 11:06:15 am »

Thanks for the link - yes £20+ is a lot but it lasts for up to 2 years!? Crumbs, that is good, I will have a browse of that page

Chris · « **Reply #9 on:** 28 March 2013, 11:14:32 am »

No problem,

Ye, the Gtechniq range is increidible stuff. but the price will put a lot of people off plus it can be a bit of a faff to apply, prep is everything. Something like mint rims will do you proud though, much easier to apply as it is just a wax. I used to use poorboys wheel sealant, also listed on that page but it didn't last as long as I wanted. Having said that it's a big tub and it isn't that expensive so will last a long time, it would be fine on car wheels which are easy to get to but on the bike you want something that'll hold up a bit longer. It smells so good you have to try really hard not to eat it though... haha!

Chris

CharlieDee · « **Reply #10 on:** 28 March 2013, 11:34:54 am »

Quote from: Chris on 28 March 2013, 10:41:43 am

A good wax should last a while but there are some dedicated wheel sealants out there these days which stop the brake dust etc sticking to the wheels. I've just had my wheels powder coated gloss black and got some sealant on them so hopefully they'll be easier to keep clean and keep them glossy. Especially the front as it can be a right pain to get at with the big front discs etc.

Something to think about if you have them off again anytime

Chris

Nothing an electric toothbrush cant get in too!!

just dont tell the mrs!!

Chris · « **Reply #11 on:** 28 March 2013, 11:37:20 am »

Hahahah! Does she not taste the wax when brushing her teeth after??

Chris

CharlieDee · « **Reply #12 on:** 28 March 2013, 01:17:14 pm »

Quote from: Chris on 28 March 2013, 11:37:20 am

Hahahah! Does she not taste the wax when brushing her teeth after??

Chris

What is good for the Beast is sure good enough for her teeth!!

Chris · « **Reply #13 on:** 28 March 2013, 01:19:29 pm »

Quote from: CharlieDee on 28 March 2013, 01:17:14 pm

Quote from: Chris on 28 March 2013, 11:37:20 am
Hahahah! Does she not taste the wax when brushing her teeth after??

Chris

What is good for the Beast is sure good enough for her teeth!!

HAHAHA!!

His Dudeness · « **Reply #14 on:** 28 March 2013, 02:34:09 pm »

The new wheels and disc combo is going to look great

Exupnut · « **Reply #15 on:** 28 March 2013, 05:07:25 pm »

Fuzzy why dont u fit the bits after the april meet then u can definately turn up.

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Exupnut · « **Reply #16 on:** 28 March 2013, 05:11:48 pm »

Or do what know u can finish in time.
Or tell me to foc off lol

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Fuzzy · « **Reply #17 on:** 28 March 2013, 05:18:57 pm »

I won't be missing this one! Just means I probably won't be braking into turns like Rossi....

To tell you the truth it'll probably make no difference as I'm not heavy on the brakes anyway. Just don't want to warp the discs or something thats all, plus with all the parts about, my flat is begining to resemble a garage more than a home so it needs to be done!