...so I'm getting my cycle prepped for a full on paint job.
I have done limited painting and bodywork in the past but only on cars (metal) and have learned a lot after poking around here. You people know so much on this site, I'm turning into an addict!!!
90% of my plastic is in tip top condition, so can I simply sand, clean and then paint the best parts --- or do I need to prime entirely?
The curren't paint is a non-factory glossy black (no decals anywhere) but it wasn't the best job performed by whoever...so do I NEED to prime since it will be black on black?
Also, I'm not really sure of the best method of finishing off the job.
I am putting on some new chrome decals, but I want to lay my color (high gloss black with metal flecks) then laydown the decals, and then clear, in order to help protect the decals. --- Is that a good idea, or should I lay the decals last?
My concern is the clear not adhere well to the smooth decal surface.
How do they get this to work so well at the factory...is there some kind of enzymatic process or something?
Ultimately I want the black to be as reflective as possible; going for a mirror finish, a really deep shine that will complement the chrome decals.
Thanks everyone. It's been a pleasure here so far!!
I have done limited painting and bodywork in the past but only on cars (metal) and have learned a lot after poking around here. You people know so much on this site, I'm turning into an addict!!!
90% of my plastic is in tip top condition, so can I simply sand, clean and then paint the best parts --- or do I need to prime entirely?
The curren't paint is a non-factory glossy black (no decals anywhere) but it wasn't the best job performed by whoever...so do I NEED to prime since it will be black on black?
Also, I'm not really sure of the best method of finishing off the job.
I am putting on some new chrome decals, but I want to lay my color (high gloss black with metal flecks) then laydown the decals, and then clear, in order to help protect the decals. --- Is that a good idea, or should I lay the decals last?
My concern is the clear not adhere well to the smooth decal surface.
How do they get this to work so well at the factory...is there some kind of enzymatic process or something?
Ultimately I want the black to be as reflective as possible; going for a mirror finish, a really deep shine that will complement the chrome decals.
Thanks everyone. It's been a pleasure here so far!!
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