alloy parts - lacquered ?

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asterysk_usa
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alloy parts - lacquered ?

Post by asterysk_usa »

I was wondering if there was any lacquering as standard on the alloy parts ?

At the moment I am on stage-1 polishing and its proving a struggle to get back to smooth alloy
1954 AJS 18S Cyprus export (frame decode says 1954 but many components match a 1955).
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Re: alloy parts - lacquered ?

Post by Mick D »

Hi

To my knowledge there was no protective coat applied to the alloy surfaces - nor were they highly polished, I think the polish was the result of owners actions.

Remember the more you polish the less heat escapes.

Regards Mick
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Re: alloy parts - lacquered ?

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There was never any lacquer applied at the factory. Only the outer covers were polished.
asterysk_usa
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Re: alloy parts - lacquered ?

Post by asterysk_usa »

Looks like the alloy has had some kind of chemical treatment, have now managed to penetrate the "layer" and remove the corrosion, should also be able to recover a nice finish.
1954 AJS 18S Cyprus export (frame decode says 1954 but many components match a 1955).
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