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2quicktecate
02-21-2009, 08:14 PM
some pics of my newly painted grill, tank and front fender. can't wait till the oem rear is finished. let me know what you think
http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/ee291/vwgli16vracer/DSCI0018.jpg
http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/ee291/vwgli16vracer/DSCI0017.jpg
NINJA
02-21-2009, 08:25 PM
I think it looks cool and I think I like that swingarm. Problem is, paint doesn't last long on a plastic tank or fenders for that matter. Unless you are using automotive paint and the plastic was prepped on those fenders it will only look sweet temporarily. Nice color scheme though, looks to be a pretty sweet KXT now you need a number plate.
NINJA
02-21-2009, 08:26 PM
Oh yeah, DAAAAAYUM that's a huge Front Max!
2quicktecate
02-21-2009, 08:27 PM
this paint will last, theres over 300 bucks in material on the tank and fenders
ScottZJ
02-21-2009, 08:49 PM
Looks great! I think I might be doing an 85 tecate project once the 87 tecate is finished. Thumbs up bra!
NINJA
02-21-2009, 08:51 PM
this paint will last, theres over 300 bucks in material on the tank and fenders
Well then, you definitely get the NINJA nod of approval. Awesome trike!:beer
scott250sx
02-21-2009, 09:17 PM
this paint will last, theres over 300 bucks in material on the tank and fenders
looks great 2quicktecate! what brand of paint did you use?
dcreel
02-21-2009, 09:21 PM
It definitely does look great. The only thing that throws it off for me is the champion swingarm. I just don't like the looks of them.
2quicktecate
02-21-2009, 10:44 PM
It definitely does look great. The only thing that throws it off for me is the champion swingarm. I just don't like the looks of them.
i don't care for it either, but my stock one was cracked and found this on ebay for cheap. can't wait to get the oem rear with that paint done. not sure of the paint brand but it's got dp30 primer, and my buddies has a trick to prep the plastic and repair cracks and missing pieces but it's not cheap.
2quicktecate
02-21-2009, 10:46 PM
Oh yeah, DAAAAAYUM that's a huge Front Max!
haha my frineds always give me trailprotrailprotrailprotrailpro about it. 22x11x10 baby... handles like a cadillac.
scooterroo
02-21-2009, 11:19 PM
no matter what kind of prep work went into the tank you might wanna think about lining it. redcote that thing before dumping any gas into it, or that money will be money well wasted, give it a few tanks and the paint will just peel. trust me, been there, done that. now both my t3 tanks are lined and havent had any problems with paint or decals sticking. looks good man, two thumbs up.
2quicktecate
02-22-2009, 01:05 AM
thanks for the advice... having my parts painted didn't cost me anything. just did some work on my buddies trike motor. where do i find redcote
NINJA
02-22-2009, 01:48 AM
I would keep that swingarm on it. It looks awesome and it's rare and unique.
2quicktecate
02-22-2009, 02:25 AM
i want a westy or franks, but the champ will work for now
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