I have my RD350 side cases sanded and getting ready for paint. I would like them to look similar to factory (black paint with the bare aluminum stripes) I guess masking is the best way? (not sure but doesn't look like they were masked from factory) I am not a painter and I know they won't be perfect,...Just want them to look good as possible.
Any tips would be appreciated, Thanks
Quote from: suey1958 on May 01, 2019, 10:11:09 AM
I have my RD350 side cases sanded and getting ready for paint. I would like them to look similar to factory (black paint with the bare aluminum stripes) I guess masking is the best way? (not sure but doesn't look like they were masked from factory) I am not a painter and I know they won't be perfect,...Just want them to look good as possible.
Any tips would be appreciated, Thanks
This is what I do:
I mask the stripe and then bead or sand blast the cover. After blasting but before painting I polish the stripe so that I don't have to worry about scratching the new paint. once they are polished to the desired finish I mask the stripes very carefully. I use PJ1 satin black case paint. I always cure it in the oven at about 200-250.
Got it, Sounds like a good plan. How long should they cure? (in the oven)
be safe, leave em in for 45 mins to an hour after reaching temp. then leave in oven let cool down with heat off.
That info is much appreciated!, Thanks Guys