Discuss light weight issues concerning road bikes & parts.
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Mr.Gib
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by Mr.Gib on Tue Jun 14, 2016 10:01 pm
That particular model of TCR Advanced SL has almost no paint on it. The white logos yes, but after that it is mostly clear coat with what seems to be a tiny layer of black around some of the tube junctions. I can't see any weight savings from this. If the objective is just to change the appearance then have at it.
BTW that is a nice bike - my favorite geometry TCR (2009/2010?).
wheelsONfire wrote: When we ride disc brakes the whole deal of braking is just like a leaving a fart. It happens and then it's over. Nothing planned and nothing to get nervous for.
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truebeliever
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by truebeliever on Wed Jun 15, 2016 1:23 am
I stripped all the paint off my HMF scott addict, I used razors and changed blades frequently. Spent a little more and didnt get the cheapest blades available, the cheap ones don't hold an edge very long
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davidalone
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by davidalone on Wed Jun 15, 2016 3:43 am
Use a very thin layer of paint stripper to help speed the process. Put it on, wait 10-15 minutes, then wash off. Will help to kick start the paint/ clearcoat peeling and makes the scraping/sanding much faster. Manufacturers are rather paranoid when they say stripper will hurt the carbon, and a little bit won't really hurt it.
Make sure you wet sand as well. carbon and paint dust is nasty stuff, and helps in the cleanup.
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tonytourist
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by tonytourist on Wed Jun 15, 2016 5:45 am
Agreed with dudemanppl, better to let it sit on there for less time and have to do it two or three times than giving your frame a soft spot! I removed 100+ grams of paint from my white bike

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abrown3mtg
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by abrown3mtg on Wed Jun 15, 2016 9:26 am
I've debated stripping my look to refinish. Please report back with how much time it actually takes to accomplish getting it down to nude carbon.