Originally Posted by
cat0020
IMO, aluminum frames are disposable frames.
Remind me when I'm supposed to throw away my frame, again?
Originally Posted by
cat0020
All frame material have a fatigue life
All frames will eventually fatigue, I agree.
Originally Posted by
cat0020
Aluminum is less flexible so stiffer frame is possible with less material.
Wrong, aluminum is much more compliant than steel.
Originally Posted by
cat0020
Aluminum frames are cheaper to manufacture, material cost less, fabrication process is less expensive.
Steel is cheaper than aluminum, and steel is easier to weld than aluminum.
Originally Posted by
cat0020
Aluminum frame usually heavy paint to mask the possible cracks due to usage over long perior of time, especially tough paint like powdercoating paint that do not scratch or peel as easily.
Huh?