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  1. VtwinSpeed

    Bonding a Nickel Coated Magnet to Aluminum

    Hello Everyone, I am bonding a higher strength neodymium magnet to an engine oil drain plug. The Magnet is Nickel plated and the plug is 6061-T6. It's an air cooled motor so the engine temp will see around 235-265F depending on conditions. I would like to use a room cure adhesive for...
  2. VtwinSpeed

    Alluminum Vs. Steel for Axle design

    I am working on a Harley Dyna. Before everyone starts laughing. Many people spend enormous amounts of $$$ to try and make these bikes perform like a sport bike. You can spend a lot of money to upgrade the suspension with exotic stuff and they still come with steel axles and it sounds like that...
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    Alluminum Vs. Steel for Axle design

    Thanks for the input. I know cost is ridiculous compared to steel but when it is a "toy" Logic goes out the window. Drool Factor becomes a thing. Just trying to find a way to make a better part than the factory regardless of price.
  4. VtwinSpeed

    Alluminum Vs. Steel for Axle design

    Hello Everyone, First post on this forum. Didn't see a rules for posting questions so I apologize if its not in the format needed... I want to make a lighter axle for my Motorcycle and also a friend. Had one machined from Titanium (Grade 5) for the friend. I haven't received feedback if he...

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