My paint job for ltd 550

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My paint job for ltd 550

10 May 2012 22:06
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I'm in the process of finishing the tank I will add those pics later, here are the side covers. Still adding 2 more coats of clear.

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Re: My paint job for ltd 550

10 May 2012 22:08
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love the black and silver

silver looks so good when its freshly cleared good work!
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Re: My paint job for ltd 550

10 May 2012 22:33
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The picture really doesnt show the cool contrast of the the red black and silver. I used a medium grain silver flake I thik anything bigger would look bass boat-ish. :silly: The silver goes on the tank tomorrow. Should be good.

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Re: My paint job for ltd 550

11 May 2012 18:14
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I just put the first coat of clear on the tank, heres a few pics...


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Re: My paint job for ltd 550

11 May 2012 18:32
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Gonna be a looker.
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Re: My paint job for ltd 550

11 May 2012 18:40
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Looks great! Can't wait to see it all together.
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Re: My paint job for ltd 550

12 May 2012 15:19
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I cant wait, either! My problem is getting the carbs working right. I'll get it done as quick as my pockets allow. I'm going to attempt to get the carbs going on my own by reading the posts here. At least I was able to cut the paint restoration cost by doing it myself. If I have to hire someone to tune the carbs then so be it. Its going to be a nice bike.

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Re: My paint job for ltd 550

13 May 2012 07:14
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having probs getting them synced or... ?
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Re: My paint job for ltd 550

13 May 2012 07:18
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awesome 1984 colors.. i had a grand prix that color
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Re: My paint job for ltd 550

13 May 2012 07:35
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That's coming out nice :)
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Re: My paint job for ltd 550

13 May 2012 09:21
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Wow you did a beautiful job there. I have repainted my tank several times and I just can't get it to come out right. Granted, I don't have a booth or a good spray gun. Perhaps its my lack of patience.
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Re: My paint job for ltd 550

13 May 2012 10:18
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paint looks good :woohoo: .on the carbs dont let them intimidate you reed reed reed take your time.someone will help you hear if you need it.do you have a book?

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