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« Reply #285 on: May 12, 2009, 06:05:58 PM »
Quote from: trouble on May 12, 2009, 06:03:13 PM
or a scuff pad and acetone
There's lots of solvents that will work.

You and I have no problem using, or buying, any of them.

Gas will work and you can even buy it in Cali. Tongue
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« Reply #286 on: May 15, 2009, 08:20:48 AM »
Quote from: ducpainter on January 27, 2008, 08:36:03 AM
I make my living as a painter.

At some point I'll write up a how to, but in the meanwhile I'd be happy to field questions to get you started in the right direction so ask them here if you like.

Since I'm in Panama, XXXXXmls away, how can I repaint my PLASTIC tank, we don't get PPG paints anymore here...also would like to paint the part of the forks that hold the calipers, how do I prep/paint?
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« Reply #287 on: May 15, 2009, 03:40:39 PM »
Quote from: M620D on May 15, 2009, 08:20:48 AM
Since I'm in Panama, XXXXXmls away, how can I repaint my PLASTIC tank, we don't get PPG paints anymore here...also would like to paint the part of the forks that hold the calipers, how do I prep/paint?
Are you just changing color, or repairing damage?

Tell me what you're up to and I'll try to help.

Tell me what kind of materials are available.
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« Reply #288 on: May 15, 2009, 06:22:10 PM »
Quote from: ducpainter on May 15, 2009, 03:40:39 PM
Are you just changing color, or repairing damage?

Tell me what you're up to and I'll try to help.

Tell me what kind of materials are available.

I'm only repairing, we've got BASF, DuPont, NexxaAutocolor, Sikkens, AkzoNobel, Nason,...I mean,I want my bike to stay "DARK" and even darker...

I'd like to paint the valve covers black/red and, pls excuse my ignorance, the part at the end of the forks, where the axle goes thru, also black, eventually the swingarm...That's how I want my bike to be.

CF is very nice, but, I do like the look of the black belt covers, give's it  a not for show look...I do want some CF[front fender, rear 'beer tray, regular size], maybe rear hugger, for shure, the side covers all in CF.

And by the way, how do I keep it from getting 'lighter in color'?  Huh?
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« Reply #289 on: May 16, 2009, 03:32:43 AM »
What do you mean keep it from getting lighter?

I think the member trouble can give you some recommendations on Akzo Nobel products.
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« Reply #290 on: May 16, 2009, 04:37:13 AM »
Quote from: ducpainter on May 16, 2009, 03:32:43 AM
What do you mean keep it from getting lighter?

I think the member trouble can give you some recommendations on Akzo Nobel products.

They're not as black as when I bought them...
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« Reply #291 on: May 16, 2009, 04:40:34 AM »
Quote from: M620D on May 16, 2009, 04:37:13 AM
They're not as black as when I bought them...
That is a downside of a flat/low gloss finish.

It's unavoidable.
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« Reply #292 on: May 17, 2009, 05:00:59 AM »
My 2003 620ie has some damage on the engine where the battery leaked. How do I prep and paint the engine? What kind of paint and color should I use??
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« Reply #293 on: May 17, 2009, 05:19:17 AM »
Quote from: love2bike on May 17, 2009, 05:00:59 AM
My 2003 620ie has some damage on the engine where the battery leaked. How do I prep and paint the engine? What kind of paint and color should I use??
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Ducati uses regular engine enamel with no primer so just choose anything that is close.

I'd 'feather the edges' with some 320 grit paper and maybe a scotchbrite and use an etching solution for aluminum following label directions.

Then you should be able to blend your color.
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« Reply #294 on: May 19, 2009, 01:14:05 PM »
Hi Ducpainter

I have a paint rub on my tank (M696) and I was wondering how I can fix it

It seems that the clear has rubbed off

Any suggestions???
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« Reply #295 on: May 19, 2009, 03:57:43 PM »
Quote from: ducpainter on May 16, 2009, 04:40:34 AM
That is a downside of a flat/low gloss finish.

It's unavoidable.
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« Reply #296 on: May 19, 2009, 04:37:39 PM »
Quote from: BucciMonster on May 19, 2009, 01:14:05 PM
Hi Ducpainter

I have a paint rub on my tank (M696) and I was wondering how I can fix it

It seems that the clear has rubbed off

Any suggestions???


Is that the seat mating area?

Does it show with the seat installed?
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« Reply #297 on: May 19, 2009, 07:51:13 PM »
Quote from: ducpainter on May 19, 2009, 04:37:39 PM
Is that the seat mating area?

Does it show with the seat installed?

Yes, it is the seat mating area

Even with the DP touring seat 1/2" higher, it does show about half of the rub

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« Reply #298 on: May 20, 2009, 03:10:32 AM »
Quote from: BucciMonster on May 19, 2009, 07:51:13 PM
Yes, it is the seat mating area

Even with the DP touring seat 1/2" higher, it does show about half of the rub

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It doesn't look like the clear is gone to me. It looks marked up. It's really hard to tell in pics.

I would use some mild compound by hand, and adjust the seat, or tank, if possible to avoid it getting worse.
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« Reply #299 on: May 20, 2009, 05:12:22 AM »
I used a can of exterior house paint, an oil based enamel, labeled " aluminium " brushed on the front sump fins which had lost the coating

At first it looked too bright and silvery,stuck out like doggie dangles, but after a few thousand K's it has settled in nicely, the heat doesn't seem to be bothering it either

 
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