ACF50
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Jester
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How do yu tell when it's gone off as stated on here its shelf life is only 2years??
It still looks the same from the can ,is it just that it won't perform as it should after 2years??
you can't, just make a note of when you bought it and throw it away after 2 years.
An engineer would suggest that if you have any left after two years, you bought too much of it.
Delboy777
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The day before its second birthday, spray yer whole bike with it, twice if need be lol
The Prospector
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If I remember correctly dosnt it also say on the tin it will protect your bike for up to two years so should you use it the same day you buy it
I assume it will be effective for two years from application (assuming left to do its job and not washed off....!). However, I would also assume that if still in the tin and still pressurised after two years it will still work. Otherwise there would be a "use by" date on the tin as it could remain on the shelf in the shop for any length of time..........
OldCroc
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"On areas such as switches or under the tank and seat, one application will last up to 12 months. Other more exposed areas will need topping up more regularly"
http://www.acf-50.co.uk/motorcycle.htm
Two years from day of purchase? How does that work? Do suppliers keep it in the fridge? Should I? Next to the jam or with the veg?
Bit of a comparison here too, some rust after about 5 weeks on a bit of static steel, but better than WD. http://www.motorhomefacts.com/ftopic-133691.html&postdays=0&postorder=asc&highlight=acf&start=10
http://www.acf-50.co.uk/motorcycle.htm
Two years from day of purchase? How does that work? Do suppliers keep it in the fridge? Should I? Next to the jam or with the veg?
Bit of a comparison here too, some rust after about 5 weeks on a bit of static steel, but better than WD. http://www.motorhomefacts.com/ftopic-133691.html&postdays=0&postorder=asc&highlight=acf&start=10
STUBBS
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still using a can thats over 2 years old mind you i dont need to use as much as a 12 owner
Use by dates are a scam by the manufacturer to make you buy more.
Yep,second that,..went to a builder's merchant's the other day,to return some rad flush,id'e had it for a couple off year's,(was giving it back),
He checked for a sell by date,didnt see one so put it back on the shelf.i mentioned why??said that everything has a sell by date now!!!
zoot
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don`t throw it away send by post to me or drop off if your in the area
madmax
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The date is probably based around it being a product intended for use on aircraft and as such most products have a life date, which can also be extended if you talk to the manufacturer.
philtaylor
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ACF 50
Sorry guys but excuse my ignorance and this is a genuine question, . But what is ACF 50 and should I be using it on my bike ??
Thanks phil
Sorry guys but excuse my ignorance and this is a genuine question, . But what is ACF 50 and should I be using it on my bike ??
Thanks phil
robb
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http://www.allyearbiker.co.uk/About_ACF50.html some answers there
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Corrosion Block
I use Corrosion Block, which is the marine version of ACF 50.
http://www.acf-50.co.uk/corrblock.htm
I use Corrosion Block, which is the marine version of ACF 50.
http://www.acf-50.co.uk/corrblock.htm
davetripletvr
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So can you use this stuff on any surface then, what about surfaces that get hot like engine and exhaust. Obviously you keep well away from discs and pads.
Blobby
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Yes, ACF50 is fine on the hot bits such as the engine/exhaust. It will burn off the hottest part of the exhaust when you first start the bike so be ready for a smoke cloud, but it's great stuff and offers excellent protection for your bike. I ride all year round and rarely wash or rinse my bike but when I do it comes up really well and there's no signs of corrosion despite all the salt on the roads.
Last weekend I had it done by http://www.allyearbiker.co.uk for the first time, rather than applying it myself. They give your bike a very thorough clean and applied the ACF50 with a spray gun which is supposed to enable the ACF50 to get into parts I cannot reach with my spray can. Not totally convinced about that bit but they did do a very good job and the bike was immaculate when they'd finished.
Just spray it on but avoid the tyres, brakes and seat and anything else you don't want to become coated in the slippery oil substance. It's not cheap but it's a small price to pay for keeping corrosion at bay.
Last weekend I had it done by http://www.allyearbiker.co.uk for the first time, rather than applying it myself. They give your bike a very thorough clean and applied the ACF50 with a spray gun which is supposed to enable the ACF50 to get into parts I cannot reach with my spray can. Not totally convinced about that bit but they did do a very good job and the bike was immaculate when they'd finished.
Just spray it on but avoid the tyres, brakes and seat and anything else you don't want to become coated in the slippery oil substance. It's not cheap but it's a small price to pay for keeping corrosion at bay.
Bendy toy
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ACF-50 works best in a thin coating. But basic spray cans put it on much thicker The little pump bottle or brushed is thicker still. It's then messy.
To my mind there must be a point where any coating is too thin to be effective & I would rather put up with a messy bike in winter.
To my mind there must be a point where any coating is too thin to be effective & I would rather put up with a messy bike in winter.
Smells nice as well. Or perhaps I am a bit weird..................
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