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ducpainter

#345
November 30, 2009, 01:30:47 PM
Quote from: Langanobob on November 30, 2009, 05:32:35 AM
I'll stop by the paint store today and get a couple striping brushes.  What about those little striping applicator devices with the roller wheels that I see advertised?  Are they worth getting?   They seem kind of like training wheels to me.

Thanks,

Bob
I have never gotten the hang of a buegler striping tool. They're pretty 'touchy'.

That said, it's what Harley uses, as well as most major auto manus.

I think success with that is the same as with a brush...'seat time'. The advantage to those tools is the control of stripe width once you dial in the viscosity and hand speed.
"Once you accept that a child on the autistic spectrum experiences the world in
 a completely different way than you, you will be open to understand how that
 perspective
    is even more amazing than yours."
    To realize the value of nine  months:
    Ask a mother who gave birth to a stillborn.
"Don't piss off old people The older we get, the less 'Life in Prison' is a deterrent."


scott_araujo

#346
November 30, 2009, 02:14:31 PM
I think DP is right.  I've seen them demo'd at trade shows and the cat behind the counter makes it look super easy.  Then again, that's what he does for a living.  Probably easier than a brush once you get the hang of it but not a no brainer.

Scott

Langanobob

#347
December 01, 2009, 04:04:51 PM
Thanks guys, I came home yesterday with a size "00" Mack brush.  Should be more than good enough to practice with and to see if I have any hope of ever doing any real striping.

DarkMonster620

#348
December 01, 2009, 04:21:29 PM
I just repainted the side covers on my bike, I used Plasti Kote Bumper color in Flat Black. More the look that I want on the bike, but, while drying the third coat, a heavy one, somehow the part tumbled and got marks. I sanded it with 1000grit sand paper and some of the markings went away, the larger ones stayed, how can I repair that?
Carlos
I said I was smart, never that I had my shit together
Quote from: ducatiz on March 27, 2014, 08:34:34 AMDucati is the pretty girl that can't walk in heels without stumbling. I still love her.
"When you have eliminated all which is impossible, then whatever remains, however improbable, must be the truth."

ducpainter

#349
December 01, 2009, 04:44:16 PM
Quote from: Darkmonster620   formerly M620D on December 01, 2009, 04:21:29 PM
I just repainted the side covers on my bike, I used Plasti Kote Bumper color in Flat Black. More the look that I want on the bike, but, while drying the third coat, a heavy one, somehow the part tumbled and got marks. I sanded it with 1000grit sand paper and some of the markings went away, the larger ones stayed, how can I repair that?
You need to remove all the marks and spray again.

I'd use whatever grit you used for the initial prep and don't try to 'save' anything.

"Once you accept that a child on the autistic spectrum experiences the world in
 a completely different way than you, you will be open to understand how that
 perspective
    is even more amazing than yours."
    To realize the value of nine  months:
    Ask a mother who gave birth to a stillborn.
"Don't piss off old people The older we get, the less 'Life in Prison' is a deterrent."


DarkMonster620

#350
December 02, 2009, 01:12:16 PM
DP,

Nothing will be saved...

Thanks...!!!

Carlos
I said I was smart, never that I had my shit together
Quote from: ducatiz on March 27, 2014, 08:34:34 AMDucati is the pretty girl that can't walk in heels without stumbling. I still love her.
"When you have eliminated all which is impossible, then whatever remains, however improbable, must be the truth."

ducpainter

#351
December 02, 2009, 01:16:36 PM
Quote from: Darkmonster620   formerly M620D on December 02, 2009, 01:12:16 PM
DP,

Nothing will be saved...

Thanks...!!!


Keep in mind that rattle can enamels can lift if you don't give enough dry time.

I think it's a week...check the can.

Also use a sanding block/pad. It will avoid trenches from using too much finger pressure on the gouges.
"Once you accept that a child on the autistic spectrum experiences the world in
 a completely different way than you, you will be open to understand how that
 perspective
    is even more amazing than yours."
    To realize the value of nine  months:
    Ask a mother who gave birth to a stillborn.
"Don't piss off old people The older we get, the less 'Life in Prison' is a deterrent."


DarkMonster620

#352
December 02, 2009, 01:44:58 PM
Quote from: ducpainter on December 02, 2009, 01:16:36 PM
Keep in mind that rattle can enamels can lift if you don't give enough dry time.
Check... [thumbsup]

QuoteI think it's a week...check the can.
Will do it on Sunday anyways... [drink]

QuoteAlso use a sanding block/pad. It will avoid trenches from using too much finger pressure on the gouges.
Will need to buy then... spongy or hard or ???

Still need help on fixing tank ... paint chipped of on several places. will repaint with same color, but, not from the rattle can.... It will be done at a friends shop, only the tank, the rest, I've done at home... [thumbsup] Ducati logos will be changed to red[a donation]...

When finished, will post pics, promise 8)
Carlos
I said I was smart, never that I had my shit together
Quote from: ducatiz on March 27, 2014, 08:34:34 AMDucati is the pretty girl that can't walk in heels without stumbling. I still love her.
"When you have eliminated all which is impossible, then whatever remains, however improbable, must be the truth."

ducpainter

#353
December 02, 2009, 01:50:50 PM
Quote from: Darkmonster620   formerly M620D on December 02, 2009, 01:44:58 PM

Will need to buy then... spongy or hard or ???


Your choice...

I think I'd recommend a soft hand pad for a newb.

remember...the paper does the work...you just move it. ;)
"Once you accept that a child on the autistic spectrum experiences the world in
 a completely different way than you, you will be open to understand how that
 perspective
    is even more amazing than yours."
    To realize the value of nine  months:
    Ask a mother who gave birth to a stillborn.
"Don't piss off old people The older we get, the less 'Life in Prison' is a deterrent."


DarkMonster620

#354
December 02, 2009, 01:53:49 PM
DP,

Sorry to bother, how can I fix the tank? I'm doing the preping, my friend is doing the paint mix and actuall painting... The only OEM paint will be the one on the frame and wheels...
Carlos
I said I was smart, never that I had my shit together
Quote from: ducatiz on March 27, 2014, 08:34:34 AMDucati is the pretty girl that can't walk in heels without stumbling. I still love her.
"When you have eliminated all which is impossible, then whatever remains, however improbable, must be the truth."

ducpainter

#355
December 02, 2009, 02:06:22 PM
Quote from: Darkmonster620   formerly M620D on December 02, 2009, 01:53:49 PM
DP,

Sorry to bother, how can I fix the tank? I'm doing the preping, my friend is doing the paint mix and actuall painting... The only OEM paint will be the one on the frame and wheels...
What's wrong with the tank besides chips?
"Once you accept that a child on the autistic spectrum experiences the world in
 a completely different way than you, you will be open to understand how that
 perspective
    is even more amazing than yours."
    To realize the value of nine  months:
    Ask a mother who gave birth to a stillborn.
"Don't piss off old people The older we get, the less 'Life in Prison' is a deterrent."


DarkMonster620

#356
December 02, 2009, 02:09:23 PM
That's it basically... As mentioned earlier, will repaint in the flat black tone of rattle can but using Dupont paint and I'mdoing the prep,  labor/materials is about a bottle of Scotch 18yrs...
Carlos
I said I was smart, never that I had my shit together
Quote from: ducatiz on March 27, 2014, 08:34:34 AMDucati is the pretty girl that can't walk in heels without stumbling. I still love her.
"When you have eliminated all which is impossible, then whatever remains, however improbable, must be the truth."

ducpainter

#357
December 02, 2009, 02:14:24 PM
Quote from: Darkmonster620   formerly M620D on December 02, 2009, 02:09:23 PM
That's it basically... As mentioned earlier, will repaint in the flat black tone of rattle can but using Dupont paint and I'mdoing the prep,  labor/materials is about a bottle of Scotch 18yrs...
Feather out the chips with 180 and prime.

Your buddy will probably want to final sand himself.

If not sand with 400 dry and make sure he seals the tank before color.
"Once you accept that a child on the autistic spectrum experiences the world in
 a completely different way than you, you will be open to understand how that
 perspective
    is even more amazing than yours."
    To realize the value of nine  months:
    Ask a mother who gave birth to a stillborn.
"Don't piss off old people The older we get, the less 'Life in Prison' is a deterrent."


DarkMonster620

#358
December 02, 2009, 02:19:18 PM
Quote from: ducpainter on December 02, 2009, 02:14:24 PM
Feather out the chips with 180 and prime.

Your buddy will probably want to final sand himself.

If not sand with 400 dry and make sure he seals the tank before color.

Well, he told me that I was going to "work" for my paint... I assume he'll do 'final details'...Somehow, the Dupont flat black is very very expensive...

Now, if I could get a pint of Ducati Corse red? to paint a stripe on the tank....

Thanks a lot DP...
Carlos
I said I was smart, never that I had my shit together
Quote from: ducatiz on March 27, 2014, 08:34:34 AMDucati is the pretty girl that can't walk in heels without stumbling. I still love her.
"When you have eliminated all which is impossible, then whatever remains, however improbable, must be the truth."

ducpainter

#359
December 02, 2009, 02:23:34 PM
Quote from: Darkmonster620   formerly M620D on December 02, 2009, 02:19:18 PM
Well, he told me that I was going to "work" for my paint... I assume he'll do 'final details'...Somehow, the Dupont flat black is very very expensive...

Now, if I could get a pint of Ducati Corse red? to paint a stripe on the tank....

Thanks a lot DP...
Paint in general is outrageously expensive.

People don't realize...
"Once you accept that a child on the autistic spectrum experiences the world in
 a completely different way than you, you will be open to understand how that
 perspective
    is even more amazing than yours."
    To realize the value of nine  months:
    Ask a mother who gave birth to a stillborn.
"Don't piss off old people The older we get, the less 'Life in Prison' is a deterrent."


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