Cylinder Head Cover Painting Tips

[Major Softie]

Well, Vanzen's experiences have been different than my own.

As far as touch-up, either I measure my results by a higher standard, or Vanzen is more talented than I. I find touching up paint to be more successful because I can touch it up with the exact same product.

[dwerbil]

I bought one of those Harbor Fright sand blasting cabinets some time ago. When the valve covers get a bit crusty looking and need a spit shine, I'll do a quick blast over and wash. After they're dry, I'll use a satin high temp black spray can on them, maybe five or six coats. After a couple hours of dry time, I'll use the bench grinder wire wheel to buff the paint off the stripes. It takes a bit of finesse, but the results looks good. If not, just spray'n buff again until it's right.

[gspd]

Gloss black powdercoat w/polished fins.

[ME 109]

Gidday mate, I knew you couldn't resist this thread.

[SteveD]

Gidday mate, I knew you couldn't resist this thread.

He is an ARTISTE ain't he!

[Airbear]

Welcome, GSPD. Fer chrissakes, siddown - yer makin' the place look untidy. Whadd'll you have?*

*When you get this greeting from an Aussie, it means that you are welcome, and you should make yourself as comfortable as possible within reason, (e.g. kick off your thongs (er, flip-flops (?)) but don't root the missus), that you will be compulsorily provided with something alcoholic to drink, or something else that is regarded by that particular sub-culture as nice, and that it is generally believed by the company present that you are a 'good bloke'.

[P51j]

A little late for my reply but I have had great success with VHT products. Some of which can be purchased from local auto parts places. I have bought from http://www.caswellplating.com/vht/vht_oils.htm
They always have what I need and are quick to fill orders. The brake caliper paint really hangs on once baked or dried with hot air dryer.

[BergMeister]

I used crinkle pain on mine. Love the look.

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[Major Softie]

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[Airbear]

I used crinkle pain on mine. Love the look.

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BergMeister

Gotta watch that crinkle pain. My crinkles are always giving me trouble, particularly in the cooler weather.

Welcome to the Monkey House, BergMeister!
Where do you live and what do you ride?