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Old 04-22-18 | 10:04 AM
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Originally Posted by mixteup
Have you had experience with this paint ?
I have a couple bike painting projects in the queue, and I'm wondering how it would hold up.
They do have some really nice colors, though - Especially the Belton Molotow brand ........
Belton Molotow is what I use....

1. Sand blast area with rest masked, or sandlblast whole frame.
2. Sand to 400.
3. Complete coat of Metal Etching primer.
4. Wait a day.
4a. Sand primer to 400. (Forgot this part...)
5. 3 coats of Belton Molotow - one coat every 15 minutes.
6. Let dry for 3 - 7 days to allow outgassing to complete.
7. Lightly sand to 800.
8. Apply any decals that need to be protected.
9. Have a pro apply clearcoat with hardeners for protection.

Priorities:

- Getting the primer right. Blow this, ruins whole paint job.
- Let color paint out gas.
- Clear coat with hardener.

To be honest though, most folks go powdercoat - cheaper and quicker.

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