Is this cracked titanium frame safe to ride?
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No, it is not REMOTELY safe.
I wouldn't even consider this frame unless I knew an absolutely top notch welder experienced in Ti (which I don't)
I suppose you should enjoy your components I guess
I wouldn't even consider this frame unless I knew an absolutely top notch welder experienced in Ti (which I don't)
I suppose you should enjoy your components I guess
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I agree it was dishonest. However, to be completely objective, I didn't pay anywhere near the value of an undamaged frame. The seller clearly priced the bike taking the damage into consideration. Furthermore, the fact that it was priced so low should have sparked suspicion, and led to a more thorough inspection prior to purchase. The onus falls upon me to conduct one when engaging in a transaction with a random FB marketplace seller.
I'd contact Lynskey - you should have done this already. Why wouldn't you before this forum?
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Does FB Marketplace offer any sort of buyer protection, sort of like eBay? The seller clearly did not disclose the crack, which is a safety issue. And no, I would not ride that.
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The full story isn't entirely clear, but this was a Craigslist ad and post #10 makes me think this was an in-person purchase from the seller of an as-is item. I would still disclose something like this, but I don't think this was a case of an online purchase and/or a photo of the relevant area wasn't provided, etc.
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The seller said that it wouldn't crack anymore. Really? Why did it magically stop where it did?
FWIW, the Lysnsey warranty only applies to the original purchaser.
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The full story isn't entirely clear, but this was a Craigslist ad and post #10 makes me think this was an in-person purchase from the seller of an as-is item. I would still disclose something like this, but I don't think this was a case of an online purchase and/or a photo of the relevant area wasn't provided, etc.
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Not Craigslist. FB marketplace. The seller provided photos in which the crack wasn't visible; I arranged to meet him and purchased item. I didn't notice the crack until the following day, at which point I contacted the seller and he acknowledged he was aware of the crack.
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If the seller said he would take it back, do that!
Otherwise, slap some duct tape on it and go. YMMV
Otherwise, slap some duct tape on it and go. YMMV
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Assuming the crack propagates the entire length of the head tube, unbeknownst to the rider, during a ride. What do people think will happen? The fork will magically fall out? The headset will explode in a fire ball? The front wheel will disengage from the fork and roll along its merry way?
Obviously a cracked frame is somewhat less than ideal. I’d be pissed. But seriously, what is the worst case scenario here?
Obviously a cracked frame is somewhat less than ideal. I’d be pissed. But seriously, what is the worst case scenario here?
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I think the steering will get pretty wobbly at some point in the near future. I am not a Ti welder, but I think this can be fixed fairly easily. But I would ask a good ti welder that does repairs. I'm not sure lynsky is your best bet. OP doesn't list a location, but Ti welders that do repairs can be found around the U.S.
Do not do any of the hack repairs suggested above, especially if they involve adhesives. Sheesh. A stop hole by itself only weakens the tube. It doesn't really help if the crack is welded, but the effects are removed.
Do not do any of the hack repairs suggested above, especially if they involve adhesives. Sheesh. A stop hole by itself only weakens the tube. It doesn't really help if the crack is welded, but the effects are removed.
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I just flashed on how I'd do the repair. JB Weld the crack, pull the headset cup out while the JB is wet. Now fiberglass a carbonfiber strip around the headtube. using epoxy resin. I used to build fiberglass boats and have those skills. Did a much more extensive CF repair once on a cracked steel frame and turned it into the stiffest BB'd Peugeot ever. A perfect place for CF. In pure tension, never anything else. Since the fiber is wrapped to itself (with several loops around) it's bond to the titanium almost doesn't matter at all.
But I have those skills. I won't pretend I can relay them over the internet. I could do a repair neat enough to be fully visible and nothing to be ashamed of. (I also have so many projects lined up I am not volunteering to do this!)
But I have those skills. I won't pretend I can relay them over the internet. I could do a repair neat enough to be fully visible and nothing to be ashamed of. (I also have so many projects lined up I am not volunteering to do this!)
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And I bet a little old lady just used rode the bike to church once a week, too. I'd definitely not ride that bike, but maybe it's just me being leery after kissing the pavement last fall due to a mechanical failure on a bike. I'd rather not go through that again, so I'd pass on riding that bike.
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As previously stated, I purchased a titanium frame with a minor dent for dirt cheap 5 years ago. It's been lovely and is my favorite bike. Every member here who gave an opinion advised against purchasing it. It's similar to when I tell people I drive old cars to avoid car payments and they start clucking about safety standards. We've become a society of pampered wusses.
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However, when probed to expand on your argument and provide detailed evidence as to why it's unsafe, your responses become evasive.
Why is that?
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Your argument is: "The bike is unsafe. You're risking your life riding it. Anyone who advises otherwise is giving unsafe advice"
However, when probed to expand on your argument and provide detailed evidence as to why it's unsafe, your responses become evasive.
Why is that?
However, when probed to expand on your argument and provide detailed evidence as to why it's unsafe, your responses become evasive.
Why is that?
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