FRAME MAINTENANCE

Steel frames are TOUGH.... really TOUGH... but It is important to maintain your frames corrosion/rust resistance to ensure the material integrity remains high throughout its lifespan.

 

HOW ARE FRAMES PROTECTED?

All of our frames are coated externally with a clear coat finish for extra protection. We would always suggest 'Invisiframe' (or similar) frame protection is installed to maximise protection.

For our UK made frames, we treat the internals using fluid film.

This formula is injected into the frames after external coating and will leave a fluid like grease inside your frame that will aid in corrosion resistance. Whilst it is not a permanent/long term solution, it adds a degree of protection that would otherwise be lacking. It is therefore still important that the maintenance procedure is followed.

 

INSTALLATION

It is extremely important that you grease your seat post prior to installation. If you do not, over time, a process knows as 'Galvanic Corrosion' (reaction of Aluminium to Steel) occurs, and the seat post will become extremely difficult to remove from the frame. We would also recommend twisting the seat post slightly every few rides.

Grease in other contact areas such as headtube and BB should also be used.

 

HOW SHOULD I MAINTAIN MY FRAME?

You should always spray a water displacement aerosol through the grommets and BB hole ideally before/after every wash/wet ride.

The fluid film will remain active for a good while, it is recommend re-treating the internals on regular service intervals (whether that be with fluid film or any other water displacement/corrosion protection). We would recommend on a quarterly basis (every 3-4 months)

• Down the internals of the seat tube
• Bottom bracket (internal)
• Through the routing grommets
• Headtube

 

If you are unsure of anything on this page, do not hesitate to get in touch on our Contact Us page.