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Offline SparoT100

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1955 T100 paint question.
« on: February 13, 2009, 01:43:34 AM »
Hello, I am restoring a 55' Triumph T100.  I am trying to determine the finish of the bolts securing the rear sproket & front brake drum to the hubs.  Some examples have them plated and some examples have them painted black.  Would anyone have an original or know what the factory finish was.  
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Gary.
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Re: 1955 T100 paint question.
« Reply #1 on: February 13, 2009, 09:12:01 PM »
I think the original finish would have been cadmium plate. I think this is outlawed now for h&s reasons. The modern finish is zinc but that is too bright for our needs. I have used humbrol matt grey to replicate the finish bikes that I have restored.
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Re: 1955 T100 paint question.
« Reply #2 on: February 14, 2009, 12:49:57 AM »
OK thanks Hunter.   I purchased a copy cad kit and will see how close I can match the cad look.  It may end up brighter than desired but will hopefully at least achieve a uniform look.    
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