I was heartbroken to find some scratches on my Lovely Madone recently. I tried blaming it on Mr. which was rude and selfish and required on apology on my part.
I went on a long ride and My Lovely Madone and I had a discussion. We decided that the scratches strengthened our bond because now she has scars like me.
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Thread: Scratches on NEW Bike!
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08-05-2007, 05:41 PM #1
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08-05-2007, 05:47 PM #2
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You do want to do something. I went to an auto supply store and bought some car touch up paint for my babies. The selection is usually excellent, but bring your bike with you to be sure.
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08-05-2007, 06:34 PM #3
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Cyclesome, I would contact Specialized or a dealer and see if they have touch up paint for your new bike. I noticed on the website they have touch up paint for 2001-2004 models. Maybe there's some for your new Ruby?
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08-06-2007, 06:21 AM #4
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If the bike builder doesn't offer touch-up paint, you can use the paint they use on model cars/airplanes--it comes in scads of different colors and includes that tiny little brush on the cap, just like in nail polish.
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08-06-2007, 10:31 AM #5
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What do you mean by you "can see the bare metal?" Isn't that a carbon fork?
http://specialized.custhelp.com/cgi-...ted=1126027619
Deep scratches in carbon need to be looked at by your LBS. Don't cover them up until you know a little more.Frends know gud humors when dey is hear it. ~ Da Crockydiles of ZZE.
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08-06-2007, 11:14 AM #6
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Yikes!! Maybe those are CRACKS, not scratches!!---especially if you have one on either side of the fork!
Originally Posted by SadieKate
Get it checked out, like SadieKate suggests.
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08-06-2007, 11:43 AM #7
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Interesting to note that Specialized recommends replacement after 3 years of use (the fork only, I think). Anyone regularly doing that??
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