Paint and decal removal advice
02-28-08, 10:15 AM
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Paint and decal removal advice
Hi there,
I recently acquired a project bike. It's an 87 Marinoni Specail that needs help. One day I will have saved enough $$ to send it to Marinoni for a repaint but until then I was going to do a cheap short term fix to arrest the rust and make it look nice.
I need your advice or cautions...
Can I remove the decals in tact? How? Can I reapply them after my cheap paint? (I'll get new decals when I send it to Marinoni for repaint)
How best to arrest the rust? Rust arresting paint? Dip the frame and start over?
Repaint... I want to do it myself to save $$ It only has to last a year. What paint should I use?
Thanks for your help!
I recently acquired a project bike. It's an 87 Marinoni Specail that needs help. One day I will have saved enough $$ to send it to Marinoni for a repaint but until then I was going to do a cheap short term fix to arrest the rust and make it look nice.
I need your advice or cautions...
Can I remove the decals in tact? How? Can I reapply them after my cheap paint? (I'll get new decals when I send it to Marinoni for repaint)
How best to arrest the rust? Rust arresting paint? Dip the frame and start over?
Repaint... I want to do it myself to save $$ It only has to last a year. What paint should I use?
Thanks for your help!
02-28-08, 10:29 AM
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You will never get those decals off in one piece, decals are a one shot deal, if you have to save them, mask and paint around them.
Rust, framesaver on the inside is a good idea, but on the surface, sand, primer and paint. If you can match the color you might be able to get away with a partial repaint, but you have to get that steel Very clean.
Rust, framesaver on the inside is a good idea, but on the surface, sand, primer and paint. If you can match the color you might be able to get away with a partial repaint, but you have to get that steel Very clean.
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I don't see the need for a complete repaint unless you are going for a full restoration (read: spending big bucks). it looks great! I'd keep it original and just touch it up.
I would scrape off any small rust spots, prime them with a small brush, and touch up with Testor's model paint. If you're clever and willing to take the time mixing you can match the paint very closely. Touch ups won't be totally invisible but BFD. Wash and wax the frame. Keep it clean. Enjoy, you lucky devil.
I have successfully used a small ceramic grinding stone on a Dremel to take out small rust spots on a few less-exalted frames. A light touch is mandatory lest you burn thru a thin walled tube. Optional: a dab of rust remover like Naval Jelly to kill any remaining rust. Be sure to wash it off well and let dry thoroughly before retouching.
I really really REALLY don't see the need to do anything more. Clean/lube/re-pack/adjust/repair all the working bits (but you knew that). Polish the shiny bits. It'll be freakin' gorgeous.
Save your money to have it professionally repainted/restored down the road if that is still your desire.
I would scrape off any small rust spots, prime them with a small brush, and touch up with Testor's model paint. If you're clever and willing to take the time mixing you can match the paint very closely. Touch ups won't be totally invisible but BFD. Wash and wax the frame. Keep it clean. Enjoy, you lucky devil.
I have successfully used a small ceramic grinding stone on a Dremel to take out small rust spots on a few less-exalted frames. A light touch is mandatory lest you burn thru a thin walled tube. Optional: a dab of rust remover like Naval Jelly to kill any remaining rust. Be sure to wash it off well and let dry thoroughly before retouching.
I really really REALLY don't see the need to do anything more. Clean/lube/re-pack/adjust/repair all the working bits (but you knew that). Polish the shiny bits. It'll be freakin' gorgeous.
Save your money to have it professionally repainted/restored down the road if that is still your desire.
