Re: [CR] How best to trim BLuemel's fenders?

From: "Scott L. Minneman" <minneman@onomy.com>
To: <beandk@rcn.com>, 'Classic Rendezvous' <classicrendezvous@bikelist.org>
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Date: Fri, 31 Jul 2009 11:24:24 -0700
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Subject: Re: [CR] How best to trim BLuemel's fenders?

I've found that, if possible, grinding/sanding is better than sawing/snipping older plastic. A Dremel with one of the thin fiber-reinforced cut-off wheels or the spiral carbide bits is my favorite way to start.

Bigger parts do tend to vibrate and chatter some, especially with the carbide, so support the whole piece.

Cheers,

Scott Minneman San Francisco, CA, USA

-----Original Message----- From: classicrendezvous-bounces@bikelist.org [mailto:classicrendezvous-bounces@bikelist.org] On Behalf Of David Bean Sent: Friday, July 31, 2009 11:02 AM To: CR List (E-mail) Subject: [CR] How best to trim BLuemel's fenders?

I need to trim a Club Special to fit between the chain stays. The plastic is probably more brittle than it once was. What's the best method for making a cut without danger of splitting or cracking?

Thanks

David Bean
Arlington, MA USA
beandk at are-see-enn dot com