Hi
My side stand (G12 1965) has a small bend.
I would like to straighten it up.
Bu I am afraid heating it up to red.
Does anybody know witch material it is made of?
(If it is grey cast iron I will not touch it )
Any experience?
Regards Ib
Heating the side stand
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Re: Heating the side stand
It will be malleable cast iron (same as footrests), so no problem with heating and bending.
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Re: Heating the side stand
Malc, you're correct, malleable cast iron is cold worked. I have used heat to restrict the bending to a certain area though, especially for twisted sections.
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Re: Heating the side stand
I'd definately use heat if I wasn't taking it off the frame.
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