How much do you spend on a new paint job? One color, two color? Sandblasting? I'm not interesting in hearing salespitches or explanations from painters of why it can be so expensive. I'm somewhat aware of that already. Just interested in what people are willing to pay. Thanks.

Single color would be about $250-$300. Extra for pinstriping or 2 tone.

$80 powdercoat, $40 media blast (or you can buy some nicely toxic chemicals from home depot and strip it yourself).

Powdercoating a vintage frame is just wrong, IMO.

I've been pricing materials, and $250 to $300 to have someone like Ed Litton do it doesn't seem bad at at all.

I'm paying $250 for the basic paintjob for my Pog, a bit extra for
the highlights, prices can go up based on what you want done.
BTW I saw a pic of the toptube (painted), about a week to go
(decals are being buried in clear as we speak!)

marty

I spent about $400 with Jack Turnbull at Franklin Frames (franklinframe@alltel.net) to have a Raleigh Pro stripped, a dent repaired, the mink and silver paint redone, with a silver headtube and five panels on the seat tube, and exact reproduction decals. The lugs were lined with gold, as in the original. The bike is immaculate.

Single color is significantly less. Tell Jack hi for me.

Depends on the frame. If it's a highly collectable classic, then it's not a good idea. If it's just a nice old ride that's better than a beater waiting to get ridden into the ground, powdercoating can be a great way to bring it back. There's no point in spending $250+ dollars on a frame worth $50.

A couple more points about powder coating:

The selection of colors and styles available with powder is rapidly expanding, as is the quality. From an evironmental standpoint, paint can't come close. And the durability can't be beaten.

If it's a rider, don't be afraid of powder. If it's wall art, by all means spend hundreds on paint.

Some people will pay whatever it takes because, they want what they want!

If you do a search of this forum using the word "paint" you will find many post that I have recently made regarding DIY rattle can jobs. If the frame is special, pay to have someone equipped with proper facilities to spray automotive grade materials. Powdercoating is hands down the winner in durable & affordable. Rattle canning it yourself is by far the least exspensive.

As a reference point, my "Caribean Carnival" paint job runs $3,995.

Funny what some people are "willing to pay"!

Dr.D

I stripped the paint off of my Italvega for $5.00. I plan on painting it myself - a quart of Imron with activator cost me $112. I was quoted about $400 at a LBS.

And decals will cost about $25.

I don't know what "IMO" means.

"in my opinion"

imnsho = in my not so humble opinion

Thanks. And a troll?
Would you spend more on the paint than what you paid for a used (rideable) frame?

I hate to admit it...but I have paid more for the restoration paintjob than for the frame without exception.

I have been restoring for about 6 years now.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Internet_troll

And for the second question, it depends on the frame and what you paid. I paid $25 for my Trek TX-500 and $80 for a powder coat. Worthwhile to me.

Yup - I paid $5 for the Mondia.....the whole bike, Campy/Suntour Superbe parts and all. I've never regretted spending the $425 for the restoration - not one penny. The pain in the wallet is long since gone. The joy is fresh every time I look at it and/or ride it. Just had it out today, and a man stopped me to ogle it and talk about it.

Worth every penny. Better than a trophy wife and not near the aggravation and expense!

I've been wanting to start a new project, I have the time right now. But can't find a frame I'm real excited about. I huess I'll just wait till I find the right frame at the right price. Thanks for the ideas.