Topic: Rinehart turned to Gold! (Read 5234 times)

rbmntx · « **on:** May 06, 2007, 07:07:13 PM »

Anyone else had this problem? The black anodized tip on the right side Rinehart slipon got lighter and lighter on a recent long trip until it ultimately turned even lighter than the photo. I had about 1K miles on it before the trip with no issues. About 500 miles into the trip I noticed it beginning to turn a rusty color. It finally settled in a bright gold color.
I contacted Bub customer service and apparently this is not an uncommon problem because they are replacing both slipons with ones that have a new Teflon finish on the tips.

Fired00d · « **Reply #1 on:** May 06, 2007, 07:11:08 PM »

I know on the Rinehart TD's the tips will turn purple after awhile, but that's the first time I've ever seen one turn gold. They would go good w/someone that had a '03 SERK as long as both turned that color.

Ride Safe,
Fired00d

SOKOOLJ · « **Reply #2 on:** May 06, 2007, 08:07:38 PM »

See what happens when you try to replace chrome

Unbalanced · « **Reply #3 on:** May 06, 2007, 08:44:10 PM »

SoKoolJ,

I have the same issue on the tips except that I have true duals and it was the rear cylinder pipe that did this. Bub has already sent me replacement tips, I just have to install them this week. I richened up the bike since this started and I think I will be fine now with the new tips. ok so I am hoping !

TimBone · « **Reply #4 on:** May 07, 2007, 07:18:57 PM »

Same thing happened to my RineHart 2-1 on my 110.
Sawzalled that sucka off and went to the FatCat 2-1/TMAT/K&N oil filter/Royal Purple engine oil
and the bike runs mucho coller!

kojak · « **Reply #5 on:** May 07, 2007, 08:08:55 PM »

Mine turned purple.Dont bother me so not changing them. Gold would bother me!

Fired00d · « **Reply #6 on:** May 07, 2007, 08:12:51 PM »

Quote from: kojak2 on May 07, 2007, 08:08:55 PM

Mine turned purple.Dont bother me so not changing them. Gold would bother me!

Actually those members that have the SEEG in B/B they coordinate nicely with their bikes when they turn that color.

Ride Safe,
Fired00d

mrigeo · « **Reply #7 on:** June 18, 2007, 01:07:09 PM »

Guess I'm not the only one! $:-\$ the left one has turned to a reddish-gold. Looks bad on the 01 blue SERG. Spoke with Rineahart and they said they would report it to the warranty department. But no replacement yet.

iski · « **Reply #8 on:** June 18, 2007, 05:48:44 PM »

Had the same thing happen on my 02 RK. Left cap turned purple. Never seen a gold one, might be cool looking. Waiting on a replacement cap for the SEULTRA now, same problem.

2006_CVO_HD · « **Reply #9 on:** June 18, 2007, 09:18:33 PM »

I saw a SEEG that did the exact same thing at the dealership......

Twolanerider · « **Reply #10 on:** June 18, 2007, 11:57:13 PM »

Quote from: Fired00d on May 07, 2007, 08:12:51 PM

Actually those members that have the SEEG in B/B they coordinate nicely with their bikes when they turn that color.

Ride Safe,
Fired00d

I like the gold one better

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Sorry you'll have a bit of work to do to correct the deficiency though. Good luck on the next set staying correct.

EAGLE1 · « **Reply #11 on:** June 19, 2007, 12:14:59 AM »

Quote from: kojak2 on May 07, 2007, 08:08:55 PM

Mine turned purple.Dont bother me so not changing them. Gold would bother me!

wow I'd buy a set if they can guarantee me the tits will turn purple

mrigeo · « **Reply #12 on:** June 19, 2007, 01:07:15 AM »

Good news! I got my replacement today. Bad news. When I placed it next to the right side, it looks like its turning reddish color too. Oh well, at least I now how that all important account with Bub.

And I agree, good luck turning them purple

The Mysterious Q! · « **Reply #13 on:** June 19, 2007, 07:29:37 AM »

Hey Gary hows about us 02 SERK guys.We could use a nice purple tip. I would pay for an anodized version or powdercoated if they offered it. Later,Q

Midnight Rider · « **Reply #14 on:** June 19, 2007, 11:13:09 AM »

The right side on my scoot turned purple as well...RH is replacing, but it'll happen again. I really like the black tips, but am tempted to go chrome.

Eastern Performance sells some nice Black Powder Coated Grooved Billet caps for the RH...also come in chrome, and a downslash version.

iski · « **Reply #15 on:** June 19, 2007, 12:06:04 PM »

Quote from: TCnBham on June 19, 2007, 11:13:09 AM

The right side on my scoot turned purple as well...RH is replacing, but it'll happen again. I really like the black tips, but am tempted to go chrome.

Eastern Performance sells some nice Black Powder Coated Grooved Billet caps for the RH...also come in chrome, and a downslash version.

They eventually evened out on the 02 RK, Terry. Sort of a blueish tinted black. Considering the chrome caps as well.

Midnight Rider · « **Reply #16 on:** June 19, 2007, 12:14:50 PM »

Quote from: iski on June 19, 2007, 12:06:04 PM

They eventually evened out on the 02 RK, Terry. Sort of a blueish tinted black. Considering the chrome caps as well.

Don't know why RH doesn't just powder coat them, or do them in Black Ceramic...the anodized version does not work well. Oh well, got a new one coming, and if they'll keep replacing them, I'll let 'em.

Fired00d · « **Reply #17 on:** June 19, 2007, 12:17:32 PM »

Quote from: TCnBham on June 19, 2007, 12:14:50 PM

Don't know why RH doesn't just powder coat them, or do them in Black Ceramic...the anodized version does not work well. Oh well, got a new one coming, and if they'll keep replacing them, I'll let 'em.

Noticed one of mines is starting to turn purple.

What procedure did you use to have it replaced, and would mines being almost 3 years old have any significance in the warranty replacement?

Ride Safe,
Fired00d

iski · « **Reply #18 on:** June 19, 2007, 12:19:27 PM »

Quote from: TCnBham on June 19, 2007, 12:14:50 PM

Don't know why RH doesn't just powder coat them, or do them in Black Ceramic...the anodized version does not work well. Oh well, got a new one coming, and if they'll keep replacing them, I'll let 'em.

Guess Bub just re-anodizes them and ships 'em again.

A friend of mine painted his end caps black - spray can. Not Rineharts - some aftermarket slip on. His spray can black looks better than the Bub anodized black. I am almost tempted, but not quite.......

iski · « **Reply #19 on:** June 19, 2007, 12:34:44 PM »

d00d - since yours are 3 years old, I would call BUB directly and explain the problem. Figure they will make it right. Currently they are backlogged some on end caps (go figure).

Midnight Rider · « **Reply #20 on:** June 19, 2007, 02:13:57 PM »

Quote from: Fired00d on June 19, 2007, 12:17:32 PM

Noticed one of mines is starting to turn purple. What procedure did you use to have it replaced, and would mines being almost 3 years old have any significance in the warranty replacement?

Ride Safe,
Fired00d

Gary...just called BUB up and got set up in their system...had to fax them a copy of the original invoice.

Midnight Rider · « **Reply #21 on:** June 19, 2007, 02:17:47 PM »

Quote from: iski on June 19, 2007, 12:34:44 PM

d00d - since yours are 3 years old, I would call BUB directly and explain the problem. Figure they will make it right. Currently they are backlogged some on end caps (go figure).

Black grill (the kind you cook on) paint would probably work, Mike. But then how would you keep from painting inside the Rhinehart script?

Check these out...what do you think?

http://www.easternperformance.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=16&products_id=1285

Fired00d · « **Reply #22 on:** June 19, 2007, 02:58:18 PM »

Quote from: iski on June 19, 2007, 12:34:44 PM

d00d - since yours are 3 years old, I would call BUB directly and explain the problem. Figure they will make it right. Currently they are backlogged some on end caps (go figure).

Quote from: TCnBham on June 19, 2007, 02:13:57 PM

Gary...just called BUB up and got set up in their system...had to fax them a copy of the original invoice.

Thanks. Will do.

Ride Safe,
Fired00d

iski · « **Reply #23 on:** June 19, 2007, 05:34:18 PM »

Quote from: TCnBham on June 19, 2007, 02:17:47 PM

Black grill (the kind you cook on) paint would probably work, Mike. But then how would you keep from painting inside the Rhinehart script?

Check these out...what do you think?

http://www.easternperformance.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=16&products_id=1285

Those look great, black powdercoat would be less likely to turn.

Easiest way to keep from painting inside the script would be a light coat of vaseline in the lettering. Use a Q-tip or toothpicks to clean it out.

RGL · « **Reply #24 on:** July 09, 2007, 04:01:01 PM »

My RH tips also turned purple - I had never noticed this on other RH's that I'd seen. However, a buddy says they all do it. At any rate, I reported it to RH and a replacement set arrived yesterday. It would be nice if RH would address this problem.

Ghost Rider · « **Reply #25 on:** July 10, 2007, 12:51:25 PM »

Quote from: TCnBham on June 19, 2007, 02:17:47 PM

Black grill (the kind you cook on) paint would probably work, Mike. But then how would you keep from painting inside the Rhinehart script?

Check these out...what do you think?

http://www.easternperformance.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=16&products_id=1285

Terry,

Funny you should mention these, the brown truck just dropped off a set of chrome ones today. I will post some pictures once I get them on the bike.

Later,
Ghost

Midnight Rider · « **Reply #26 on:** July 10, 2007, 12:53:47 PM »

Quote from: Ghost Rider on July 10, 2007, 12:51:25 PM

Terry,

Funny you should mention these, the brown truck just dropped off a set of chrome ones today. I will post some pictures once I get them on the bike.

Later,
Ghost

They also make a slash down chrome version that I think looks nice as well. Will look forward to seeing the pics...

Ghost Rider · « **Reply #27 on:** July 10, 2007, 01:00:31 PM »

Quote from: TCnBham on July 10, 2007, 12:53:47 PM

They also make a slash down chrome version that I think looks nice as well. Will look forward to seeing the pics...

I saw those as well. Wasted a day at work trying to decide which ones to get. I kept hearing d00d in the back of my head saying, "get both, get both." He's like a little OCD devil sitting on your shoulder.

Fired00d · « **Reply #28 on:** July 10, 2007, 01:06:45 PM »

Quote from: Ghost Rider on July 10, 2007, 01:00:31 PM

I saw those as well. Wasted a day at work trying to decide which ones to get. I kept hearing d00d in the back of my head saying, "get both, get both." He's like a little OCD devil sitting on your shoulder.

Who me?? Mr. Innocent??

Ride Safe,
Fired00d

spydglide · « **Reply #29 on:** July 10, 2007, 01:25:59 PM »

Quote from: BigDaddy1569 on June 19, 2007, 07:29:37 AM

Hey Gary hows about us 02 SERK guys.We could use a nice purple tip. I would pay for an anodized version or powdercoated if they offered it. Later,Q

Hey BigDaddy, I can't believe yours haven't turned the purple color yet.......I get compliments all the time on my 'matching' exhaust tips on the B/B SEEG. You need to trade out w/ someone that has had them turn purple to match your bike.

har! spyder

Unbalanced · « **Reply #30 on:** July 10, 2007, 07:34:34 PM »

Bub just shipped me new ones and they seem to be staying the same color this time

/phew ...

only took about 20 minutes to swap em out and they were nice enough to send new screws with them as well.

If you need to call up there ask for Linnea or Brad her assistant.

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