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Old 24-Jun-2004, 23:21
mike916 mike916 is offline
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Originally posted by STEVE M
Ducati always seem to go through a period of decent quality control then let it slip again, and as you say this is not really good enough. As for replacing fasteners, rather than getting plated ones it is probably easier to use stainless steel, these should be readily available from engineers stockists and not too expensive in the sizes required, and best of all will never corrode - get grade A4 not A2.

Totally agree with you about stainless but do you usually use your bike in severe maritime conditions Corrosion from road salt doesnt usually warrant the use of A4 stainless it's more suited for boats!!
I've used A2 fastners for years and never had any corrosion problems. And it polishes up just as well. Why pay twice as much when you don't need to
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