Bike Tool Rental

vintcerf · 30-01-2023 11:19am #1

Does anyone know if there is such a thing? I am looking to dismantle a bike, spray the frame then build it up. I know I'll need a number of tools but I really can't justify buying since I'll probably use them once.

magicbastarder · 30-01-2023 11:21am

i've never heard of such a service; where are you based? you might find a boardsie nearby might have tools.

what tools do you think you'll need?

vintcerf · 30-01-2023 3:02pm

Bleed kit, bb removal tools not sure what else. Might be a terrible idea painting it myself ...

07Lapierre · 30-01-2023 5:27pm

Buy the tools you need then sell them when your finished with them?

iwillhtfu · 30-01-2023 6:21pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120177614#Comment_120177614

What kind of paint do you intend on using? Painting is the easiest bit it's the prep that will get to you, as to do it properly takes ages.

This guy is a tad eccentric but he's some painter https://www.youtube.com/@ETOE

Citizen Six · 30-01-2023 6:48pm

You can buy decent enough toolkits that don't cost the earth. Decathlon, or Rose would have them. Disc brakes a little more complicated, but worth learning.

8valve · 30-01-2023 8:24pm

you'll get it down to just frame and forks with a few tools at home, like allen keys etc.

drop it into a bike shop then to have headset and bottom bracket removed.

when you have it painted, bring it back for refitting of headset and bottom bracket, then fit the rest yourself.

remember......painting a bike is 99% prep-prep-prep, then 1% application of paint.

vintcerf · 31-01-2023 10:24am

It's an alu endurace canyon frame. Is threading the hoses in the frame easy? I've gone and bought a toolbox from planetx. watched hours of ETOES videos :D.

I'll probably practice with on a water-bottle like this

End goal is something like this (not for everyone and I might be aiming too high as I'm not a designer)

munsterfan2 · 31-01-2023 10:26am

PM me, I have a BB removal tool I could loan out (North East)

Citizen Six · 31-01-2023 7:15pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120180955#Comment_120180955

That looks seriously complicated for a first attempt I think.

CramCycle · 31-01-2023 9:07pm

First of all, that tool kit will have 95% of what you need.

Second, buy lots of grease and masking tape for covering stuff you don't want paint on.

Third are you stripping and painting or just painting?

Fourth, best of luck, I am fascinated to see how this goes as a first attempt. Please post pictures, it will be interesting no matter what.

Dr_Colossus · 31-01-2023 10:39pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120177614#Comment_120177614

Since bleed kit mentioned I bought this a couple of weeks ago and found it good value.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0B61578GP?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details

I had bought a different one from BikeInn months ago as part of a big order but they messed up and sent me 500ml of mineral oil instead which I had to return for a refund. Wasn't worth purchasing another from BikeInn as separate postage made it expensive.

Have also replaced push fit bottom brackets with a G clamp so you don't always need the specialist and pricey tools for the job.

magicbastarder · 31-01-2023 11:07pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120184209#Comment_120184209

Third are you stripping and painting or just painting?

i had also been wondering; mainly because steel is a much easier job to strip at home (in that you don't need to be delicate), but the mention of bleed kit leaned towards a 'newer' frame material.

magicbastarder · 31-01-2023 11:09pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120183699#Comment_120183699

you say complicated - i say expensive! (and yes, complicated too)

each different paint colour must add at least a tenner? there's nine different colours in the example given, which implies at least 11 rattlecans?

that will read as negative. i say go for it.

Mr. Cats · 01-02-2023 9:04am

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120180955#Comment_120180955

The paint job on the cannondale on that page is seriously nice.

vintcerf · 01-02-2023 9:07am

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120180968#Comment_120180968

thanks munsterfan2 very kind of you! I think by the time I need it my toolbox would have arrived.

vintcerf · 01-02-2023 9:15am

I'll just start off with one colour first and will definitely be posting photos. Will actually paint a helmet first now and need to get a polystyrene primer, paint and 2k clear coat.

Do I have the steps right? Also, thinking of getting all supplies from https://www.vinnybyrne.com/. Any alternatives or suggestions?

Wet Sanding - 320 grit, 600 grit, 800 grit.
Primer - wet sand 800
Color
Clear Coat

Citizen Six · 01-02-2023 10:19am

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120185650#Comment_120185650

Paint wise, take a look at Montana, that you can buy from All City in Temple Bar.

8valve · 01-02-2023 9:11pm

For primer, I highly recommend Simoniz high build primer; was recommended to me a few years ago by a friend who is a full time autobody refinisher.

I haven't used another brand of primer since.

It's acrylic, so works well with any type of paint e.g. Montana cans, Holts auto colour and custom mixed gloss enamels.

If you are using acrylic based paints, get your local panel beater to apply the final gloss lacquer with a gun; yields fantastic results, even over rattlecans.