Wald Bicycle Basket: Is this stainless steel or chromed steel? Could it be spray painted? Is it made from tubing or solid rod steel?
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It must be steel rod as it'll attract a magnet. It looks like it's chromed to me. I presume it can be painted if roughened up with sand paper first.
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I don't know if it's stainless or chome. It could be spray-painted. I don't know if it's made from tubing or solid steel. (Not sure if it's steel at all; maybe it's aluminum.) Sorry, I don't have one to examine anymore.You might be better off with the Wald 198. It's sold as a front basket, but I found that pulling off the mounting brackets made it perfect for a rear rack. In fact, the 198 is exactly the same size and superficial design as the 585 but the 198 has a nice vinyl coating protecting the entire basket.
1029721
Mostly solid steel, should be able to be painted easy. No clue as to type of metal used.
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I don't think it is stainless and it isn't chrome either.I've ridden in the rain and it shows no signs of rusting . I'm sure it could be spray painted and it is made from solid rod steel.
1029723
It's neither chromed nor stainless. It's made from mild steel wire & rod, electric welded and bright zinc plated. It (like all other Wald bright zinc-plated steel baskets) will rust eventually. You can paint it with enamel paint made for metal (Rust-O-Leum) but you should wait until it's weathered a bit (finish has dulled) so the plating won't cause the paint to flake off.
121000
Barry, The housing and threads are PVC. The basket and stopper are stainless. Let us know if you have other questions!
250198
Using the magnet test (magnet sticks to steel but not aluminum) there is some steel around the rim of the basket, but most of basket is aluminum.
1386393
I live a mile from the beach and have had no issues with the basket, I love it, its great, I can carry heavy weigh in both sides and feel balanced on my bike. It doesn't appear to be coated, not rust.
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Hi, I would say chromed metal. They look just like any other handle bars I have had on a bike. I'm not into racing or off road biking. Just normal pavement riding. They worked out perfectly for me.
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Bonnie, I got the stainless steel rack offered on Amazon actually. My brother-in-law builds bikes and he is going to put both the rack and the basket on for my sister this weekend. I'll be glad to ask him and email you back Monday or Tuesday. Dino not sure you can see all the answers since you tried to help Bonnie, thanks for the tip below. Since I don't know if the rack I purchased is singular or double tubing... I guess I'll find out this weekend if it works well. Denise in Land O Lakes, FL (I can be reached at czgringo@aol.com)
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The side bars are metal, aluminum I think, and the baskets are plastic. The baskets are very sturdy, however. I did a lot of research before buying this and I'm happy I chose this. It's well made and durable and it was easy to put together. And the best part is it doesn't swing around when I open and close the door.
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It is made of stainless steel. Dipping the basket into hot oil or grease will not damage it. It is dishwasher safe.
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I have not personally seen the Sunlite baskets, but I have some other Sunlite products. They are ok, but the stuff I have by Wald seems to be more heavy-duty. I have no complaints about Sunlite but I would recommend Wald. Everything I have by Wald is made of steel, Sunlite tends to be aluminum. My Wald folding baskets are very strong. If the Sunlite basket has a mesh bottom, it is likely flimsier.
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Actually it's only been in a couple of rains but I don't see any rust yet. My thoughts are that bike baskets are pretty much rust resistant. BTW, I've had mine for a year or so (stored in unheated garage in winter too) and it's as shiny as new.
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I'm not sure I can answer... I bought the chrome finish sprayer.... it's a high density plastic sprayer, quite good! I've had it for over six months now and it's holding up way better than the original! But as far as your preferred bronze finish, I'm afraid I can't help you. Best bet would be to contact seller and ask! Good luck!
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I think it is painted steel, I have had mine in my yard for a year and it hasn't chipped or rusted. If it does, we can just spray paint it! It is very sturdy and I love it!
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It is made of steel. It may rust if its exposed I would imagine. I will say it had not even crossed my mind. I have used it to hold my bike while I wash it with the hose. I did let it dry in the sun. I've had it for a few months and have used it often. For the money I have made a great buy.
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Chromed steel. Nice shower except for the shower head. Bought a low pressure shower head. Works great. It's outdoors and hasn't started to rust but I treated it with frog lube (another great product!!!)
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I believe it's stainless. The basket and stem are the basic...I think aluminum.
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On Amazon's website, you can choose three different colors, black, white, or stainless. I have the stainless. The metal frame pieces are stainless and the plastic pieces are a silver color to match the stainless. I do like this finish.
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It is stainless, almost looks like a chromed stainless. Easy to clean unit as well. I love this machine!