Airweight Frame is corroded

[Hondo44]

Please don't waste time on Aluma Hyde, it's a complete waste of money.

Now that you have the hard work done, it's prepared for an epxy finish. Dura Coat now comes in a spray can for about $39. Once you activate the two part epoxy finish by pushing the button in the bottom of the can, you have an hour or two to spray it.

You have choices of color and once it's dry and hardened she won't live long enough to ever need another refinish.

 

[stansdds]

The best finish for aluminum is anodizing, which gives the aluminum a hardened surface and can also provide color. Another option might be one of the nickel plating treatments like NP3. Much less expensive options would be Cerakote, Gunkote, or DuraCoat. Gunkote and DuraCoat are good DIY options.

 

[Rule3]

Please don't waste time on Aluma Hyde, it's a complete waste of money.

Now that you have the hard work done, it's prepared for an epxy finish. Dura Coat now comes in a spray can for about $39. Once you activate the two part epoxy finish by pushing the button in the bottom of the can, you have an hour or two to spray it.

You have choices of color and once it's dry and hardened she won't live long enough to ever need another refinish.

Dura Coat is certainly an excellent option. It is however is a one time deal. Once activated you can never do a touch up later.


Where do you find it for "about $39.00"??

 

[mscampbell2734]

Yeah, good point I guess, if you sweat that hard and neglect them badly enough. That didn't affect the insides though, did it? Just the interface at the outer surface?

For the most part yes, just the surface. I've never personnel seen/handled a rust frozen pocket carried revolver. Some of the Department armors tell me they have seen it.

 

[riverrat38]

I have sanded and polished Aluminum bicycle parts like stems, and they have remained like new after years. I occasionally rubbed some anti corrosive oil, like Boeshield, on the parts. Don't know if that's necessary, but I do it. May be different in tropical climates. I know, from reading, that Aluminum sail boat masts need attention in such environments.

Best,
Rick

 

[BC38]

...I know, from reading, that Aluminum sail boat masts need attention in such environments.

I think it is safe to say that would be less due to the climate, and more due to their exposure to saltwater...