[epitaph91]

I was wondering if anyone could assist me in the steps to take down my paint so that i can paint my bike satin black. I want to do this in my garage and i was wondering the procedure on how to get the best results. Such as do i just need to sand the clear off and what sand paper should i use. also what is the best paint "from a can" that i can use.

any help would be greatly appreciated...

 

[strykenshane]

epitaph, if you have no experience with doing this I wouldn't reccomend you learn on your bike, this could get really expensive

 

[kraaazymike]

I agree with Shane. Especially since rattle can satin black has the tendency to look patchy on larger surfaces. You'll at least want to use a HVLP gun.

 

[epitaph91]

thanks for the response... i guess i am going to have to live with that dumb ass backwards E on my gas tank...

 

[BOOLSHOT]

thanks for the response... i guess i am going to have to live with that dumb ass backwards E on my gas tank...

It's only backwards on one side.. LOL.. I like it.. But everyone has their own opinions..

 

[bekohlko]

thanks for the response... i guess i am going to have to live with that dumb ass backwards E on my gas tank...

Look on the bright side: It's only backwards on one side :biggrin1:

 

[DraEagWol]

you could always try this....

http://www.stickercity.com/3M-Satin-Black-Vinl-Wrapping-Film.html

Or any other numerous decal graphic sites online.... you may find something you like...

and if it goes wrong or you don't like it, you can just peel it off! Kinduve like ppl here using Plasti-Dip on various parts etc, etc...

 

[11Stryker]

I used Fine textured Black rustoleum paint on mine. If you like that, just sand lightly and Paint 3 or so coats. But once you start sanding you are committed.

 

[Dewd]

Understand your delima I had mine less than a week before I had it painted. Took tank to painter to have a pro do it. He did down to 3000 grit paper and I did finall polishing , only cost around $80 . It was well worth it to me .

 

[epitaph91]

do you have any pictures of your tank done this way 11Stryker???

 

[11Stryker]

Here ya are

 

[mikoloe]

That looks good 11stryker, I wonder if that is what SR71 did....

Did you get the rear fender done?

 

[11Stryker]

I'm actually thinking about putting that tank back on bike and painting the rear fender same. Then there will be nothing but my wheels to shine up.

 

[epitaph91]

wow that looks great... did you do it all from a spray can? The black one of course...

 

[11Stryker]

wow that looks great... did you do it all from a spray can? The black one of course...

Yes Sir, right from Walmart. Did my Engine cylinder covers, Chinscoop, Front reaper fender, ignition & Speedo covers, and side covers with same paint. No problems with paint not adhering whether it be plastic or steel. I only used a primer on steel tank,

 

[epitaph91]

what did you use to strip down the tank? did you sand it to bare metal for just remove the clear and scuff the paint up?

 

[11Stryker]

Sanded clear off and also through side decals. Finish sanded with 400 grit which is good enough as long as you don't use gloss paint. Then used Rustoleum Gray primer before 3 coats of Fine textured.

 

[epitaph91]

that is so helpful... thank you so much 11styker....

 

[11Stryker]

I should have added that my finish sanding with 400 was wet sanding with water and the black wet sanding style of paper. Sorry- forgot that.

 

[epitaph91]

got it... thanks!