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jebfour · 12-30-2007, 03:57 PM

I live in a coastal climate (as many here do I'm sure - I happen to be in Camarillo) and have noticed lately that some of the bolts on my 888 fork, my brakes, etc. are starting to get a little rusty. While I'm reasonably sure that this won't realistically affect the strength of the bolts, I'm "picky" about how my bikes look - even if I beat them up on the weekends!

My question is this: I’m assuming that these bolts are hardened steel of some sort. If I switched them over to stainless steel to keep them from rusting, is there a special “type” that I need so that I don’t jeopardize the strength of things?

Thanks in advance,

jebfour

CalEpic · 12-30-2007, 04:17 PM

You shouldn't have any problem replacing carbon steel bolts with stainless steel. Make sure you use anti seize or grease on the threads to prevent galling. Particularly if it screws into aluminum. You can also clean up rusted bolts by dipping them in muriatic acid dilluted 50% with water. (pool acid - make sure you don't breathe the fumes)

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Rivet · 12-30-2007, 04:17 PM

I wouldn't worry. Most stainless fasteners are going to be 18-8 (any number of alloys) Stainless and that will be plenty for what you are using it for. It's actually pretty hard to buy a crappy stainless fastener, just get them from a reputable supplier.

jebfour · 12-30-2007, 04:21 PM

Thanks for the great info!

bighit8 · 12-30-2007, 04:21 PM

What about anodized bolts?

jebfour · 12-30-2007, 04:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bighit8

What about anodized bolts?

I'd be fine with that too....but aren't they a little harder to find?

project_d · 12-30-2007, 04:30 PM

As others have said, you should be o.k. Just make sure to put a bit of anti-seize on the bolts. Galvanic corrosion could occur, causing the bolts to lock up, and the anti-seize will prevent this. Stainless will be heavier, though. Though I'd mention that in case you are weight sensitive. You could seek out Ti bolts.....

bighit8 · 12-30-2007, 04:42 PM

Mc Faddendales hardware, they have everything jebfour. They are located in anahiem of of LaPalma and bluegum.

BFloFoxRider. · 12-30-2007, 04:43 PM

scrub them with steel wool. it works really well

jebfour · 12-30-2007, 04:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bighit8

Mc Faddendales hardware, they have everything jebfour. They are located in anahiem of of LaPalma and bluegum.

That's quite a ways from where I'm at. Do they sell on line by chance? I did a search but didn't come up with much....

northshore · 12-30-2007, 05:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BFloFoxRider.

scrub them with steel wool. it works really well

Also foil works really well!!

BrewMaster · 12-30-2007, 05:32 PM

Sources for Ti bolts:

Where to get Ti bolts?

FyrFytrRyn · 01-02-2008, 09:41 AM

clean w WD-40, clear coat them.(clear fingernail polish works well for bolt/hex/torx heads)

jamesdc · 01-02-2008, 10:31 AM

My only tip for 888's is use lots of anti sieze on the bolts, I have had alot problems with bolts in my 888 seizing, also the stock bolts are kinda crappy and pretty soft.

Chewyeti · 01-02-2008, 05:29 PM

a great source for online hardware is mcmaster.com

i practically live at the mcfadden dale store in corona

spookydave · 01-03-2008, 07:21 AM

off the shelf stainless bolts are very weak. They are = to a grade 2 steel bolt.
So I don't know if I would use them in high stress areas like brake calipers and such.

12-30-2007, 03:57 PM	#1 (permalink)
jebfour Climbing is my nemesis	A "Nuts & Bolts" Type Question.... I live in a coastal climate (as many here do I'm sure - I happen to be in Camarillo) and have noticed lately that some of the bolts on my 888 fork, my brakes, etc. are starting to get a little rusty. While I'm reasonably sure that this won't realistically affect the strength of the bolts, I'm "picky" about how my bikes look - even if I beat them up on the weekends! My question is this: I’m assuming that these bolts are hardened steel of some sort. If I switched them over to stainless steel to keep them from rusting, is there a special “type” that I need so that I don’t jeopardize the strength of things? Thanks in advance, jebfour

12-30-2007, 04:17 PM	#2 (permalink)
CalEpic STR Moderator	You shouldn't have any problem replacing carbon steel bolts with stainless steel. Make sure you use anti seize or grease on the threads to prevent galling. Particularly if it screws into aluminum. You can also clean up rusted bolts by dipping them in muriatic acid dilluted 50% with water. (pool acid - make sure you don't breathe the fumes) C __________________ ShinKen: OOhhh helLSS YEsS!~!!! JoeTruth: As far as I'm concerned, I could really care less. Just ride your damn bike and STFU already

12-30-2007, 04:21 PM	#5 (permalink)
bighit8 STR Veteran	What about anodized bolts? __________________ Roger: You guys should join us next Sunday. It would be nice to have another screamer CHEWYETI: Heat, Beat, Repeat!

12-30-2007, 04:42 PM	#8 (permalink)
bighit8 STR Veteran	Mc Faddendales hardware, they have everything jebfour. They are located in anahiem of of LaPalma and bluegum. __________________ Roger: You guys should join us next Sunday. It would be nice to have another screamer CHEWYETI: Heat, Beat, Repeat!

12-30-2007, 05:32 PM	#12 (permalink)
BrewMaster Thirsty	Sources for Ti bolts: Where to get Ti bolts? __________________ “Very few are meant for a life of notoriety, yet all of us are meant for a life of significance." Erwin McManus, Wide Awake

12-30-2007, 04:17 PM	#3 (permalink)
Rivet Senior Member	I wouldn't worry. Most stainless fasteners are going to be 18-8 (any number of alloys) Stainless and that will be plenty for what you are using it for. It's actually pretty hard to buy a crappy stainless fastener, just get them from a reputable supplier.

12-30-2007, 04:21 PM	#4 (permalink)
jebfour Climbing is my nemesis	Thanks for the great info!

12-30-2007, 04:30 PM	#7 (permalink)
project_d Steve Peat Wannabe	As others have said, you should be o.k. Just make sure to put a bit of anti-seize on the bolts. Galvanic corrosion could occur, causing the bolts to lock up, and the anti-seize will prevent this. Stainless will be heavier, though. Though I'd mention that in case you are weight sensitive. You could seek out Ti bolts.....

12-30-2007, 04:43 PM	#9 (permalink)
BFloFoxRider.	scrub them with steel wool. it works really well __________________ Brandon FLOres You measure yourself by the people who measure themselves by you. This is How we do it!

01-02-2008, 09:41 AM	#13 (permalink)
FyrFytrRyn PORKCHOP SANDWICHES!	clean w WD-40, clear coat them.(clear fingernail polish works well for bolt/hex/torx heads) __________________ Don't do anything by half. If you love someone, love them with all your soul. When you go to work, work your ass off. When you hate someone, hate them until it hurts.

01-02-2008, 10:31 AM	#14 (permalink)
jamesdc Senior Member	My only tip for 888's is use lots of anti sieze on the bolts, I have had alot problems with bolts in my 888 seizing, also the stock bolts are kinda crappy and pretty soft.

01-02-2008, 05:29 PM	#15 (permalink)
Chewyeti Shrek must be destroyed	a great source for online hardware is mcmaster.com i practically live at the mcfadden dale store in corona __________________ -Aaron or Chewy 08 VOODOO Canzo 29er 08 Santa Cruz NOMAD "Dude, this brings back memories of the gay bar I went to!" - Rockinthecasbah

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