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Bikes, Hints'n'Tips => FZS600 Fazer => Topic started by: Jimmygixxer on 08 October 2012, 04:23:26 am
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Whats the best way to paint the engine to give it a freshing up?
Prefere using spray paint as would give the best finish, but can it be done well without stripping everything?
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yes m8 - I did this early this year.
Bit of wet & dry sand paper to remove / smooth down the bits you are painting (make sure you thoroughly wash the bike first though.
Mask up EVERYTHING you dont want paint on - this can be fiddly but it doesnt need to look nice; just make sure bits are covered.
Use the spray can to put light layers on - spray goes on smoother than brushing (i know cos me and my mate did the bikes at the same time - he opted for brush
you might be able to makeout the results :
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7107/7561202956_db05dd6994.jpg)
I plan to do it again this winter (completely forgot to do the front part (behind the exhaust headers.
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Sorry to jump into this thread, but what paint did you use?
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I used BnQ black BBQ paint and worked great! 1 year later in all weathers and its still there :)
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I used BnQ black BBQ paint and worked great! 1 year later in all weathers and its still there :)
Looks a great job you done. Is the high temp paint/ BBQ paint much different in glossyness compared to normal black, cos im wanting to do the clutch casing etc as well, which is oviously alot smoother and noticeable.
Or would i use a different paint for that part as i recon it wouldnt get hot enough to no take normal black gloss?
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I used PJ1 engine satin black on the fins/head and PJ1 engine gloss black on the cases.
I also sanded back the ends of the fins to have the orginal silver which I prefere the look.of.
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I used PJ1 engine satin black on the fins/head and PJ1 engine gloss black on the cases.
I also sanded back the ends of the fins to have the orginal silver which I prefere the look.of.
I used the PJ1 too - i liked the look of the all black fins - but its simple enough to change.
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the bbq high temp stuff is very matt so wouldn't use on covers etc
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The PJ1 paint is very hard to get now & exspensive, any other recommendations on gloss black brands?
Also, does painting this time of year in these cold temperatures affect the paint and finish?
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Try to avoid spraying in very cold damp or windy conditions. Wind carries dust which spoils finish. Cold & moisture affects drying time & may not give required finish. Preparation is 90% of the job. Aim to get a clean smooth dry surface free of oil/grease etc. If poss spray in well ventilated warm clean conditions using several light coats. Practice on a piece of scrap until satisfied with your spray technique :sun
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Try to avoid spraying in very cold damp or windy conditions. Wind carries dust which spoils finish. Cold & moisture affects drying time & may not give required finish. Preparation is 90% of the job. Aim to get a clean smooth dry surface free of oil/grease etc. If poss spray in well ventilated warm clean conditions using several light coats. Practice on a piece of scrap until satisfied with your spray technique :sun
:thumbup Cheers, was mostly wonderin if the cold gave a different finish or not.
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Got a tin of Hycote gloss black engine enamel, its rated up to 140C .
Will this be high enough to spray the cylinders casing?, guy in the shop said it deffinetly would and that you only need VHT paint to do exhausts.