Reel Repair by Alan Tani

LG

Not that I an not interested I only have 1 Aluminum reel & it's kept in it's box. What I do have is Brass Bars & Rings to anodize.

Quote from: bluefish69 on March 02, 2016, 04:41:04 AM
LG

Not that I an not interested I only have 1 Aluminum reel & it's kept in it's box. What I do have is Brass Bars & Rings to anodize.

Only aluminum can be anodize if I'm not mistaking

Marc..

Quote from: Marcq on March 02, 2016, 05:54:55 AM

Quote from: bluefish69 on March 02, 2016, 04:41:04 AM
LG

Not that I an not interested I only have 1 Aluminum reel & it's kept in it's box. What I do have is Brass Bars & Rings to anodize.

Only aluminum can be anodize if I'm not mistaking

Marc..

Typically, aluminum or aluminum alloys mixes can be anodized.

Another common metal for anodizing is Titanium.  I have a friend who is a custom knife-maker -- he anodizes Titanium on bolsters, scales, liners, and other knife components.  Titanium is light and strong -- and made stronger and more attractive with anodizing.

I am thinking that a line of aluminum crank power knobs would look cool in a rainbow of colors -- or just a solid color.

Best,

Fred

Okey, for the sake of everybody i will post the process tomorrow but i cannot promise that it will be done in one day but hopefully i will.
Please help me first on how to post a picture via photobucket,,,i mean just like the small size pics of fred  cause i always posted in slideshow patterns,,,i like to post it one by one with caption,,,tell me which box to click at photobucket.

Sorry to say that i'm not good in posting pics via photobucket ,,, help me so i can present it well...thanks for the replies.

Quote from: luckyguy on March 02, 2016, 06:33:04 AM
Sorry to say that i'm not good in posting pics via photobucket ,,, help me so i can present it well...thanks for the replies.

Very easy. Click on a picture in your album you want to post, on the right side you'll see SHARE THIS PHOTO, copy and paste  what is inside IMG case  to the post you want to make here

Marc..

i would like to learn how to anodize

@Marc,,thanks for the tips.



This image is just a test post,,,   but why this is so big?

Quote from: luckyguy on March 02, 2016, 06:59:15 AM
 but why this is so big?

It's not too big
Marc..

Perfectly sized.  I can see it clearly.

Would be great to see a tutorial on anodizing and bluing process.

Thanks, this is one key process in rebuilding that none of us has done and I too am interested.
As far as not being suitable on pitted reels,  I think if you clean then strip the old finish you need to buff out the parts to bring them back to the best condition possible, then re anodize.

"My suggestion would be to post it for everyone on the site to see.
There are likely 80 times more viewers than folks who make comments.
The silent majority...
However, it is useful for all of us, as well as inclusive -- to post for all to see.
Plus, it is easier for anyone in the future to access your information just by doing a web search, or a site search.

Thanks for doing this LG.

Best,

Fred "

Freds above quote X100

Leo

Hi to all,

 Disclaimer  Statement:

It is agreed by all members, readers and participants that this tutorials are for educational purposes only and not intended to gain for any profit or any illegal purposes. It is believed and presumed that all readers and participants of this project has at least a minimal background or at least a familiarity knowledge of the process to begin with. Any physical injury or any damage to the property / project resulting from doing this process will be at the participants/ doers own responsibility as taking the risks is naturally included in this process.

If you think you cannot do this DIY anodizing project, please don't take the risk by doing it, instead  refer your work to the proper persons who can properly do the job. It is the participants obligation to sealed and keep the chemicals in a secured area and disposed the used one in accordance to your local authority mandates.

I hope this is clear to everybody!!!!  

I encouraged the participants/ readers to post any comments related to the project in between my postings as it also add more knowledge and ideas to the readers about what you are thinking and possible good ideas that will contribute for a better results.

Now, i advised you that you also read and know something about the common terminologies involved in this process so it will add to your knowledge and understanding. No need for me to discuss the basic and common terminologies here, such as ANODE, CATHODE, ACID, ELECTROLYTES<POSITIVE and NEGATIVE sides....lol! ;-)

Here are the Pictures of the materials needed...get familiarized, buy only what is necessary, i present the most affordable materials and chemicals that can do the job. If you are planning to continue and develop your skills in electroplating, then it is up to you what kind of materials you will use in your set- up.,,,,this is the most basic and common.

IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS:

GLOVES, MASK, PROTECTION GLASSES, Air filter mask are  necessary;
DO THE PROCESS OUTSIDE YOUR HOME AND IN THE WELL VENTILATED AREA.
DO NOT LEAVE YOUR WORK OUT OF SIGHT AT ANYTIME WHILE IT IS IN THE ELECTROLYTE BATH.
USE ONLY THE MATERIALS EXCLUSIVELY FOR THIS PROJECT, NEVER RE-USED THE BOWLS,MEASURING CUPS OR ANYTHING INVOLVED BACK TO YOUR KITCHEN.


There are two kinds of reel in the picture, one has a permanent attachment ,,the other one is removable. ONLY ALUMINUM PARTS are allowed to be dipped in the electrolyte bath, so you have to removed the other kind of metals to avoid damaged or melting it in the bath.
The reel body picture is the one i will be using for anodizing demonstrations as it shows some pitting on the upper right side.

I agree, Post for all, I would be very interested.  I have tried to find someone to anodize a few parts to no avail.  I looked into doing it myself and it looked daunting.  I would love to learn.

You need to set up photo bucket account, then you need to upload you jpg files to photo bucket which formats them so you can post them on websites. You will figure it out.