Powder coating wheels Gold
Powder coating swingarm black
999 Showa Shock install
Tomorrow is Powdercoating day! im thinking about holding off on the swingarm though.... i wanna polish it up and throw on black chrome PC
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anyone got any suggestions on how to remove the rearshock spring without a spring compressor? dont want to wait on one. :(
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Quote from: He Man on April 15, 2009, 03:48:20 PM
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Man, I really like the look of the plain aluminum rims. like the mag wheels on my old camaro.
Quote from: He Man on April 15, 2009, 03:48:20 PM
anyone got any suggestions on how to remove the rearshock spring without a spring compressor? dont want to wait on one. :(
an assload of zip ties? (sounds like a bad idea though)
Quote from: He Man on April 15, 2009, 03:48:20 PM
anyone got any suggestions on how to remove the rearshock spring without a spring compressor? dont want to wait on one. :(
You are He Man aren't you? Spring compressor my ass.
Quote from: He Man on April 15, 2009, 03:48:20 PM
anyone got any suggestions on how to remove the rearshock spring without a spring compressor? dont want to wait on one. :(
I have the auto version...got 'em from AutoZone. They'll also let you rent them.
When putting spring back on, I wrapped a piece of tygon tubing (split open) around the spring to protect the new powdercoat.
(http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d147/pompino/DSCN1625.jpg)
BTW, all that shit hanging from the ceiling above the bike looks like an accident waiting to happen. :o
What are you planning on doing to your wheels ?
I always wanted to see a blacked out bike with raw "looking" wheels on it.
Quote from: pompetta on April 16, 2009, 06:48:42 AM
BTW, all that shit hanging from the ceiling above the bike looks like an accident waiting to happen. :o
as long as you dont knock it, it'll be fine, stuffs been up there for atleast 2 years now. :p
Proteal, im PCing them gold. raw would just be nasty looking ( in a good way), but it would take way to much time and effort to shine them up since this is a really rough finish. plus id need to clear it.
well.... i powdecoated my swing arm and wheel. I added pearls to the wheel but i guess 5 minutes of swirling it and shaking it wasn't enough cause half of it is rough and chunky and the other half is PERFECT. :/ i have to strip it and do it again tommorrow...its gonna be a long morning. :(
heres my swingarm.
(https://farm4.static.flickr.com/3306/3448925816_15a36fbb6b_b.jpg)
Too bad it didn't turn out first time, but you'll get it! [thumbsup]
Wait...those are beads of water on the swingarm, right? At first I though they were powdercoat! That side does look perfect!! [beer]
Thats water buddy. ;D
i make the beast with two backsed up the wheel, ill snap pics of it, and post up in a few hours im gonna head back down there to strip the wheel....AGAIN.
Dude, GREAT JOB ON THE SWINGARM. Seriously, it looks great. I can see myself now riding the subway over to brooklyn carrying my swing arm. When does the p.c shop open?
Nice work on the swingarm. [thumbsup]
Let me know when I can drop my rearsets off.
I love it. I had a ladder supprting my bike like that a few times. Rock on.
PC shop will be open soon... [evil]
Quote from: ghostface on April 16, 2009, 06:06:46 PM
I love it. I had a ladder supprting my bike like that a few times. Rock on.
what works works! all the weight is distributed over 4 items.... front stand, 50lb bag, car jack, nad a ladder. ;) just in case.
now, for some pics!
this was what i was talking about, when i didnt mix the pearls properly it has half grainy half retarded i went back after i posted to restrip and re powder. i left out the pearls.
(https://farm4.static.flickr.com/3085/3448855671_edd85fec8f_o.jpg)
this is what i ended up with
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and the front....yea im a lazy mother make the beast with two backser, call me out on it, i dont care, i aint stripping that center line, i was doing it by hand. shit SUCKED. lol i left it there, masked it when i powdered and pulled it off. also, if you look at the caved in section, i could not get the powder to stick there, i even jabed the gun in there and let it rip. not sure if my gun was too weak, or there was some strange electric field there. no biggie, im gonna hit that part with spray paint. black it out.
(https://farm4.static.flickr.com/3411/3449671396_af65067b9c_o.jpg)
heres the front end, i had an EPIC fail momment, after i put the tire back on, i was ready to pop the bead out, except i had no valve. [bang] it was a PITA to install the valve with the tire on, i wish i was a bit heavier,i had to brace my back against the wall just so i can push the tire down, i only weight 150lbs. :(
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( shamless mention......I love my decal!)
tomorrow is a short 2 mile run to pepboys to pick up some grease, then install the swingarm. and i need to find some new rotor bolts, i had to drill out three of them. :( also the gold specs you see is the gold Powder that fell on my lens.
oh and umm, I went He Man style on the shock...the shock nearly took my fingers off. no go. :( Also a 1098 shock is not a good shock to put on a SSS bike. Im gonna pick up a 999 shock from Chachadder and throw that baby on. Lucky for me im only 150lbs, so the shock is almost spot on (it could be a bit stiffer...)
Looks awesome so far. nice job on the wheels.
can I have the drum in your picture?
;D
urgh....
must... powdercoat... swingarmmmm..
Quote from: supakpow2 on April 17, 2009, 03:07:30 AM
Looks awesome so far. nice job on the wheels.
can I have the drum in your picture?
;D
come and get it, im not sure how it even got there. thats where i put my helmet when i open the garage door.
Does anyone know what page of the manual tells you where what grease goes where? Im going to pick up some moly grease and some regular bearing grease at pepboys in a few.
Quote from: He Man on April 16, 2009, 04:25:03 PM
Proteal, im PCing them gold. raw would just be nasty looking ( in a good way), but it would take way to much time and effort to shine them up since this is a really rough finish. plus id need to clear it.
I am working with my powdercoat buddy to come up with a finish/process to get the "raw" look but yet have it powdercoated with a industrial clear that wont turn yellow. Helps that I work at Billet Specialties and have access to TONS of pieces that they consider "2nd's" to try out different coatings on [thumbsup]
I WILL have raw/brushed wheels on my bike eventually...
What kind of prep work was involved with the wheels and swingarm?
Quote from: supakpow2 on April 17, 2009, 01:51:20 PM
What kind of prep work was involved with the wheels and swingarm?
I deg-gassed mine (oven for 45min or so to burn whatever was in their outta it), then media blasted it, then scuffed it up with some light sandpaper, then degreased, then coated it. I am not saying I am a powdercoat pro in the least but I can say from seeing it 1st hand 99% of a great finished product is in the prep...
i wish i had a blaster, i used a chemical strip, 30 mins at 300 to outgas then a trip into my bucket full of Joy Dishwasher.
Though i knicked like 10 different spots trying to get this new tire on. :'( ill have to find some matching nail polish and invest on a real tire changer, because i was trying to do it with 1 tire iron. lol i did it though!
It's called the Farraday cage effect.
When you try to powder in a closed area...a corner...where the charge effects oppose each other... the powder goes the other way.
I understand that if you adjust the settings on the gun you can overcome that.
Ahh, thank you. The gun i have is non adjustable though. I tried to position the ground at different positions closer/futher away from the spot i was trying to powdercoat, and use a less conductive support to hold the wheel up, it helped a little, but not enough to actually get it to stick. Ill give it a 3-4 days of riding before it gets disgusting, so its not that big of a deal.
Also, im gonna need to ask you guys some questions.... the sprocket carrier. what color should it be? I have a gold wheel, black swing arm, i was thinking gold carrier, with a black nut.
(https://farm4.static.flickr.com/3545/3451248377_dc2eccc301_o.jpg)
heres the bike in 1 piece (well close to...) With my new pilot 2ct roads! so far ive PCed..
Wheels
Rearsets
Seat Cowl
Brake lever
GP shifter
Right rear wheel nut
and tomorrow,
Sidestand
SIdestand plate
Sprocket carrier
(https://farm4.static.flickr.com/3266/3452053426_966cacea50_o.jpg)
Lookin' good!!
Why didn't you shoot your shock spring gold?
The sprocket carrier...either black with gold sprocket nuts or vice versa. [moto]
Next week, PC your engine case covers black! ;D
Quote from: pompetta on April 18, 2009, 04:04:42 AM
Lookin' good!!
Why didn't you shoot your shock spring gold?
The sprocket carrier...either black with gold sprocket nuts or vice versa. [moto]
Next week, PC your engine case covers black! ;D
im waiting on a 999 showa to throw in. [evil]
just made some calls. Did Masterlink 525....$25 dollars!!! Ca-cyclewokrs + shipping + tax is still cheaper. guess im ordering me some new brakes pads
i just saw your quote about the side cases...i should shouldnt i.... id just tip the bike oer on a matress and do one side at a time (Thats $40 bucks of oil thath as less than 500 miles on it!!!!).
anyone see that massive oil leak by my exhuast guides? lol
Quote from: He Man on April 17, 2009, 09:57:19 PM
Also, im gonna need to ask you guys some questions.... the sprocket carrier. what color should it be? I have a gold wheel, black swing arm, i was thinking gold carrier, with a black nut.
Black (contrast is a good thing)...
(https://farm4.static.flickr.com/3646/3453124199_6d50e3d81e_o.jpg)
all i need is a chain and a bolt for my shifter.
[beer]
[moto]
[thumbsup]
Wow, excellent!!!
[evil]
thanks for all the help pometta! really appreciate it!
Quote from: He Man on April 18, 2009, 04:20:56 PM
[evil]
thanks for all the help pometta! really appreciate it!
You're welcome...I'm happy to help!
Wow man, really nice job. [thumbsup]
thats hawt
Quote from: pompetta on April 16, 2009, 05:59:16 AM
I have the auto version...got 'em from AutoZone. They'll also let you rent them.
When putting spring back on, I wrapped a piece of tygon tubing (split open) around the spring to protect the new powdercoat.
(http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d147/pompino/DSCN1625.jpg)
Pompetta, I was wondering where you got the Tygon tubing, need to get some for a project...
Nice work man [thumbsup]
Let me know what you have to move to get the 999 shock to fit........I'm in desperate need of a rear shock upgrade to support my fat a$$ [laugh]
Quote from: DucatiBastard on April 18, 2009, 07:42:58 PM
I was wondering where you got the Tygon tubing, need to get some for a project...
I got some from amazon.com, found it while looking for something else. Do a search at amazon (for Tygon 2075) to see what their vendors have in stock. I just checked and the tubing I used for my brake reservoirs is only available in 50ft lengths. They have other diameters though.
Of course, if I looked a little harder I may have found it elsewhere, but I didn't....
That looks great. I just realized that if I would just paint my bike, no one would know what is was and less likely to be messed with. Oh well.
Good job! =D
And I like the decal on the tank too! [thumbsup]
Great Job! [thumbsup] That looks pretty good for your first project.
Look great so far. [thumbsup]
Great looking bike! The work on your swingarm alone is inspirational... [thumbsup]
Looks great sofar [thumbsup]
Bike looks great
Can you tell us what you used to strip the wheels? I need to do this soon, and really want to have very little down time.
thanks,
RB
It took me a WHOLE make the beast with two backsING WEEK to strip them by hand. I used Aircraft grade stripper from Kleen, and it wasnt strong enough. My recommendation is Soda Blasting. Whatever coating Marchesini uses, its tough, With stripper, you still need to use steel wool to scrape it off and risk getting chunks of acidic Paint flying everywhere. Not gun.
I have the full setup @ my house to Soda Blast so if you need to get it done let me know.
Hey He Man,
I want to powdercoat my wheels black but i think it'll be a PITA to remove the tires from the rims. How did you do that? Any special tools or just took to a shop? what about the valves?
i will take mine to a shop, so what kind of prep do i need to do before i take them?
when you put the wheels back together, did you have to re-balance the tires and install new valves or just went with the old ones?
i'm still trying to decide on something with low cost, like just painting the wheel with duplicolor wheel paint.
what are your thoughts on just painting them?
thanks and sorry for all the questions :)
hey, just saw your post. i made a bead breaker, and used some tire irons to remove my tire. it took two people to do it, but you can get away with one if you know what your doing ( it was my first time so i had no clue)
you are suppose to rebalance them, but i didnt. My bikes been on the dyno and hit top speed and its as stable as it was before.
i wouldnt use wheel paint. its not durable and is a waste of time. however, you will need to get the original paint removed if you decide to PC them. something like soda blasting or chemical strip would work fine.
Wow....sooooo cool. [clap]
It will be so sweet when you throw that black showa spring in there. I personally think the sprocket carrier would have been nicer in black but overall its really sweet man. Wait, so the shock spring your going to put in is going to be black? I powder coated mine black.
Now you need some gold forks to match the other gold bits on your scoot... [thumbsup]