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Devil Horn fade

Discussion in 'Technical Chat' started by eldedo, Feb 27, 2018.

  1. Feb 27, 2018 at 5:46 AM
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    eldedo

    eldedo [OP] voted most likely eaten by a bear

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    Anyone found a solution to prevent this?

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  2. Feb 27, 2018 at 5:54 AM
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    That's a bummer, mine don't look even close to that faded and had them 3yrs.

    Although, I have covered parking at home and work.

     
  3. Feb 27, 2018 at 6:17 AM
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    Prevent it ?
    Looks like Custom ! :thumbsup:
     
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  4. Feb 27, 2018 at 6:19 AM
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    Like heating up metal....
    Red to White Hot !
     
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  5. Feb 27, 2018 at 6:55 AM
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    Don't get me wrong the craftsmanship is exemplary, however if I can find a solution then I'll order another apply the solution then mount.
     
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  6. Feb 27, 2018 at 7:03 AM
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    I just did some super light reading on the protection of anodized aluminum.

    I need to indulge more before I could possibly recommend any type of product.
     
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  7. Feb 27, 2018 at 7:06 AM
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    When did you buy them? New or used? Years ago Andres ran into some issues with the fading horns on fire versions where the anodization process was incomplete and/or quality-challenged. At that time, he replaced any faded ones with new ones.
     
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  8. Feb 27, 2018 at 7:11 AM
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    Clear coat?
     
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  9. Feb 27, 2018 at 8:24 AM
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    New,. Just 3.months ago maybe 6, yea probably 6
     
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  10. Feb 27, 2018 at 8:57 AM
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    First thing I'd do is contact Andres and let him know there is a problem then.
     
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  11. Feb 27, 2018 at 1:54 PM
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    yea sent him an email.
     
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  12. Mar 3, 2018 at 6:13 PM
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    Try aerospace 303 protectant. It blocks UV really well, I use it on my headlights and all the rubber seals. Doesn't attract any dirt/dust what so ever. My go to.
     
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  13. Mar 11, 2018 at 1:01 PM
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    good idea....its on my list of stuff to get for the plastic. thanks
     
  14. Dec 5, 2018 at 1:41 PM
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    eldedo...Andres ever respond to you??
     

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