Rawing A Frame

[xTrials_Rider]

i want to raw my frame to respray it or just leaving it raw, what are the best ways of doing this? please let me know, thanks

[danrobinson]

caustic soda i think its called

[SamKidney]

Depends on whether the frames Anodised or Painted. If its Anodised - Caustic Soda (not sure on where to get this). If its painted - Paint Stripper (can be found in moat DIY stores).

[koxxboy14]

Caustic Soda can be found at most DIY shops aswell e.g. B and q so it's easy to get hold of

[D Rock 45]

I use a sponge sanding pad for a angle grinder, great and getting the job done quick and leaves a nice looking shine. Also emery cloth for the bits you can quite get to, you should be able to get them at B&Q or local DIY shop.

If you want to keep it for going dull, polish your frame nown an then or you can use a good quality clear lacquer spray.

It might cost a tad more to get done buying the stuff but if you dont want to be messing with chemicals i would do it this way.

(not against using caustic soda thats up to you)

Edited September 4, 2012 by D Rock 45

[Ben Gosden]

well i personally would use a sanding mouse for the main area's and then low profile sanding paper on its own for the tight little bits the sanding mouse cannot reach. But if you do use some method to do with sanding paper than you have to make up your mind on keeping it raw or spraying it before doing anything. this is because if you choose not to spray it then you will want low profile sand paper for a smooth finish but if you do want to spray it then your want high profile sanding paper to give a rough finish for the paint to stick to better.

Hope i helped,best of luck to you with it