Chrome disc,

Jun 6, 05 13:33

Post #1 of 17 (2478 views)

I just finished my ultracote disc cover. I think the crome is sweet. I still can't post pics so if someone could pop these up I'd appreciate it:

http://tinypic.com/5ouyz9

http://tinypic.com/5ov0nn

It's not as neat a job as I would of liked, and I am happy to say that a roll of Ultracote will make three wheel covers as my first drive side got a little too warm and pulled off the rim. Total cost on this was <$20.

Last edited by: Mr Jim: Jun 6, 05 19:40

Re: Chrome disc, klehner look. [Mr Jim] [ In reply to ]

Jun 6, 05 13:34

Post #2 of 17 (2467 views)

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Last edited by: Ze Gopha: Jun 6, 05 13:35

Re: Chrome disc, klehner look. [Mr Jim] [ In reply to ]

Jun 6, 05 13:35

Post #3 of 17 (2463 views)

In Reply To:

I just finished my ultracote disc cover. I think the crome is sweet. I still can't post pics so if someone could pop these up I'd appreciate it:

http://tinypic.com/5ouyz9

http://tinypic.com/5ov0nn

It's not as neat a job as I would of liked, and I am happy to say that a roll of Ultracote will make three wheel covers as my first drive side got a little too warm and pulled off the rim. Total cost on this was <$20.

So... cover just for the sake of a cover... or are you thinking that wrinkly mess is more aerodymanic than the wheel started out to be ;-)

Re: Chrome disc, klehner look. [Ze Gopha] [ In reply to ]

Jun 6, 05 13:35

Post #4 of 17 (2458 views)

Thanks dude

Re: Chrome disc, klehner look. [MojojojoMasterG] [ In reply to ]

Jun 6, 05 13:44

Post #5 of 17 (2427 views)

So... cover just for the sake of a cover... or are you thinking that wrinkly mess is more aerodymanic than the wheel started out to be ;-)
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Probably not, but thanks for the encouragement. :)

Re: Chrome disc, klehner look. [Mr Jim] [ In reply to ]

Jun 6, 05 13:45

Post #6 of 17 (2413 views)

It's the Fischer Price My First Disc Wheel kit!

Is that duct tape on the cover in the photo with your bike?

Re: Chrome disc, klehner look. [Mr Jim] [ In reply to ]

Jun 6, 05 13:47

Post #7 of 17 (2405 views)

The reflection of the sun might blind your competitors! Definately different. You'll have no problem finding your bike in transition zone.

Re: Chrome disc, klehner look. [jhendric] [ In reply to ]

Jun 6, 05 13:49

Post #8 of 17 (2396 views)

Yes it is duct tape i need to find something else, stuck that on for the test ride. Come on guys does it really look that bad?

Re: Chrome disc, klehner look. [Mr Jim] [ In reply to ]

Jun 6, 05 13:52

Post #9 of 17 (2382 views)

Yum. Jiffy Pop.

Seriously though, good job making the disk (we are a sarcastic bunch here). I wish I had the skills to build one.

Scott

Re: Chrome disc, klehner look. [Mr Jim] [ In reply to ]

Jun 6, 05 13:52

Post #10 of 17 (2381 views)

"does it really look that bad?"

Tough call, the photos aren't the best.
Is it just glossy, or can you actually see your reflection in it?

Re: Chrome disc, klehner look. [Mr Jim] [ In reply to ]

Jun 6, 05 13:55

Post #11 of 17 (2367 views)

In Reply To:

I just finished my ultracote disc cover. I think the crome is sweet. I still can't post pics so if someone could pop these up I'd appreciate it:

http://tinypic.com/5ouyz9

http://tinypic.com/5ov0nn

It's not as neat a job as I would of liked, and I am happy to say that a roll of Ultracote will make three wheel covers as my first drive side got a little too warm and pulled off the rim. Total cost on this was <$20.

Oh, man, don't say "klehner look". Mine doesn't look like that!

http://mywebpages.comcast.net/...p2004BikePos0001.JPG

What are you using for adhesive on the rim? Contact cement will hold any amount of shrink in the 'cote. And for God's sake! lose the duct tape! Take a piece of spare chrome, cut it slightly bigger than the hole, and use double sided tape or something to cover the hole.

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"Go yell at an M&M"

Re: Chrome disc, klehner look. [srgraves] [ In reply to ]

Jun 6, 05 13:55

Post #12 of 17 (2364 views)

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Yum. Jiffy Pop.

Seriously though, good job making the disk (we are a sarcastic bunch here). I wish I had the skills to build one.

Scott

Ack, I can't stop laughing (and I'm at work!)...

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"Go yell at an M&M"

Re: Chrome disc, klehner look. [Mr Jim] [ In reply to ]

Jun 6, 05 13:57

Post #13 of 17 (2358 views)

What did you buy with your $15 in change?

Seriously, it doesn't look that bad...it looks better than if I had done it...and you did it yourself which should make you feel good.

My disc was made by joshatzipp, and it probably saves me about 2 minutes over you. Or, $600 a minute.

Now whose disc looks funny?

Re: Chrome disc, klehner look. [Ze Gopha] [ In reply to ]

Jun 6, 05 15:21

Post #14 of 17 (2274 views)

I have the stuff to cover a wheel, but ended up getting a Renn Disk on sale. BUT I'm thinking about covering my rear wheel on my Mtn. bike for Xterra Richmond!

TheBikeRacer.com

Re: Chrome disc, klehner look. [mwbyrd] [ In reply to ]

Jun 6, 05 17:53

Post #15 of 17 (2198 views)

It's not the best job in the world, but the fact that i used the crome really makes it look weird from the reflections and stuff. I think I will give it another try.

Re: Chrome disc, klehner look. [Mr Jim] [ In reply to ]

Jun 6, 05 18:01

Post #16 of 17 (2186 views)

You'll get better at it each time.

TheBikeRacer.com

Re: Chrome disc, klehner look. [Mr Jim] [ In reply to ]

Jun 6, 05 19:25

Post #17 of 17 (2119 views)

looks like my first 10-15 wings from scratch. use a little more heat on the iron with a sock or a monokote thermo.
heat gun with some patience might do a better job. try some seam sealer on the seams. My slimebucket 12 had the covering come off in a big way used a shovel to get the spinner back

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