Retro Paint Job?
04-06-04, 03:41 PM
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Retro Paint Job?
Hey guys.
All this talk about Brooks saddles got me thinking of painting my bike a bit. I don't have the funds to paint the frame right now, but how would you guys paint up a Trek 520 commuter bike to make it look a little "antiqueish"? I've though about painting a few components (seatpost, stem, bottle cages) maybe a nice dark copper, antique brass, "leather", who knows. Can you spray paint plastic fenders?
Thanks for any ideas.
All this talk about Brooks saddles got me thinking of painting my bike a bit. I don't have the funds to paint the frame right now, but how would you guys paint up a Trek 520 commuter bike to make it look a little "antiqueish"? I've though about painting a few components (seatpost, stem, bottle cages) maybe a nice dark copper, antique brass, "leather", who knows. Can you spray paint plastic fenders?
Thanks for any ideas.
04-06-04, 05:29 PM
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I have painted a few bikes successfully and the metallic colors look pretty good, either that or a bright yellow, orange or red. Another option on your trek would be outlining the lugs in a contrasting color.(takes a lot less paint) If you are really brave, you might try some pin striping or box lining. Check some of the bikes on Classic Rendezvous for ideas. Don
