Painting DIY
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Yes REALLY INTERESTED PLEASE 
This painting has been always a problem, I?m a guy that tryes everything itself before going elsewhere. This painting has always been pain in the a_s
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I have always refused to believe it?s so hard that it cannot be done by self, I believe those painters are also humans
I would suggest 3 step guide:
1. Choosing proper gear, probably some have some kompressor and hoses already so instruct of choosing decent price sprayers etc.
Choosing paint and clear cout etc and needed environment.
2. How to prepaire pieces for painting
3. Painting technique itself. How many layers, how thick and drying time between, also for clear coat...
Parts could be e.g. some slitter or bumper and also some interior parts like trims..
Maybe even some advice mixing some black paint and clear cout to shadow back lights
Thanks for helping us DIY?s OUT !!
This painting has been always a problem, I?m a guy that tryes everything itself before going elsewhere. This painting has always been pain in the a_s
.I have always refused to believe it?s so hard that it cannot be done by self, I believe those painters are also humans
I would suggest 3 step guide:
1. Choosing proper gear, probably some have some kompressor and hoses already so instruct of choosing decent price sprayers etc.
Choosing paint and clear cout etc and needed environment.
2. How to prepaire pieces for painting
3. Painting technique itself. How many layers, how thick and drying time between, also for clear coat...
Parts could be e.g. some slitter or bumper and also some interior parts like trims..
Maybe even some advice mixing some black paint and clear cout to shadow back lights
Thanks for helping us DIY?s OUT !!
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Originally Posted by FIN530D' post='1061795' date='Nov 24 2009, 03:43 PM
Yes REALLY INTERESTED PLEASE
Ok I'll do my best to try to break it down for you guys in a step by step guide AND my recommendations as far as materials go.
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Originally Posted by refaie1' post='1061956' date='Nov 24 2009, 07:33 PM
Ok I'll do my best to try to break it down for you guys in a step by step guide AND my recommendations as far as materials go.
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I just did this to my motorcycles fuel tank:
It was Black Denim (Flat Black) and I removed the OEM tank emblems, bought new ones and installed them. I bought 1/8" masking tape and designed the flames. I had a pro actually spray Pewter Denim, Denim Clear and then had it pinstriped in white.
My front E60 wheels have brake dust buildup. Would like help in refinishing those.
It was Black Denim (Flat Black) and I removed the OEM tank emblems, bought new ones and installed them. I bought 1/8" masking tape and designed the flames. I had a pro actually spray Pewter Denim, Denim Clear and then had it pinstriped in white.
My front E60 wheels have brake dust buildup. Would like help in refinishing those.
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Originally Posted by pennetta' post='1063122' date='Nov 26 2009, 11:13 AM
I just did this to my motorcycles fuel tank:
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It was Black Denim (Flat Black) and I removed the OEM tank emblems, bought new ones and installed them. I bought 1/8" masking tape and designed the flames. I had a pro actually spray Pewter Denim, Denim Clear and then had it pinstriped in white.
My front E60 wheels have brake dust buildup. Would like help in refinishing those.
Attachment 95062
Attachment 95063
It was Black Denim (Flat Black) and I removed the OEM tank emblems, bought new ones and installed them. I bought 1/8" masking tape and designed the flames. I had a pro actually spray Pewter Denim, Denim Clear and then had it pinstriped in white.
My front E60 wheels have brake dust buildup. Would like help in refinishing those.
very cool looking tank man! nice ride
