Page 1 of 1

Whether drilled frame need a layer of varnish protection?

Posted: Sun Jul 15, 2012 12:32 am
by WasFab
I have width the internal cable holes in the frame and in the BB area, FD hole to insert all DI2 wires internally. I have heard
It might be useful to paint the enlarged holes with clear nail varnish or laquer as now exposed carbon laminate can expand if water gets in there. Anyone knows if this is recommended?

Whether drilled frame need a layer of varnish protection?

Posted: Sun Jul 15, 2012 12:32 am
by Weenie

Visit starbike.com Online Retailer for HighEnd cycling components
Great Prices ✓    Broad Selection ✓    Worldwide Delivery ✓

www.starbike.com



Re: Whether drilled frame need a layer of varnish protection

Posted: Sun Jul 15, 2012 2:41 pm
by Geoff
No, that is not necessary.

Re: Whether drilled frame need a layer of varnish protection

Posted: Sun Jul 15, 2012 4:07 pm
by latman
I agree it is not necessary and there wil be NO expansion , the only reason to coat the holes may be to smooth them out more and the varnish/laquer may help minimise the fibres "splintering" ??

Re: Whether drilled frame need a layer of varnish protection

Posted: Mon Jul 16, 2012 11:01 am
by Phill P
Yeah I'd say the same- the vanish will just stop any fraying and maybe splintering of the fibers at the very edge. There is very little strength between layers of fiber so you'd want to protect the edges

Whether drilled frame need a layer of varnish protection?

Posted: Mon Jul 16, 2012 2:28 pm
by WasFab
So what you guys say that it is necessary..! Right..?