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Originally Posted by bullzi
I just got a set of XT's with the spring straps. I am thinking it would be a good idea to take the straps off from time to time and soak the mounting hardware in hot water to remove the salt. The problem with any connection like that is that the water cant move through and flush out the salt. Just my .02 worth.
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I am a mechanical engineer and what I am seeing is a material corrosion issue based on using carbon steel instead of 1/4 or 1/2 hard stainless. We have conducted numerous salt bath tests on our products and this is what carbon steel looks like when it is exposed to elements. No amount of flushing would prevent this. They need to use a higher grade metal.
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Last edited by deepdiver47 : 03-02-2008 at 12:23 PM.
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