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  1. jtrip72

    Does spilled gas on powder coat affect finish?

    I am wanting to powder coat gas tank flat black but powder coat man says spilled fuel will affect finish. Is there a special powder coat he should use?
  2. D

    XS2 Tank Graphics

    Does any one know of a source for the white graphic design on the XS2 tank? The original was a painted on design but I would like to find out if there is a decal or a stencil that is available. This design can be masked out in the original factory fashion if all else fails. Thanks in advance...
  3. Dakota_Lew

    Knee pads for a 750 Tank?

    As the title says I am looking for some knee pads for the indented scalloped sides of a 750 tank. I been looking for some time, and I am just not completely satisfied with anything yet. I finally got the funds together to work on a fancy new paint job, and need to get them figured out before...
  4. R

    Powder Coat Match for 1972 XS650 Red?

    Hello, Just so I don't re-invent the wheel, is there anyone that has come up with a good powder coat match for the Red on the 1972 XS650? Thanks. redbug2
  5. voelser

    clean/polish wheel hubs

    So, I've pulled apart the rear wheel, cleaned one side of the hub (somebody along the line tried to paint it black) and although it is nice and clean, it still looks dull. What is the best way to bring some shine back? I've looked up some tutorials, but they all discuss bringing it to a...
  6. xjwmx

    Painting your tank and side covers

    Spray cans get upturned noses on the internet. This is probably partly due old style can nozzles, trying to paint large panels, or just basic poor attempts at painting. My recent experience is that at least for something small like a tank or side cover you can get a finish with cans that's...
  7. H

    1975 XS650 stock red?

    Can anyone help me identify this paint, 1975 paint colors are Star Black and I have found info mentioning a Baja brown but I can't believe this is Baja Brown. The US color that year is Star Black so I think this is a euro color, but what is it called?
  8. U

    doing a tracker this winter.

    Hello out there, I'm new to this. has anyone done a frame with "Black Chrome", for a powder coating. good or bad, I don't know. Thank you.:)
  9. YL82

    Heat Tolerance for Cast Aluminum Upper Case

    I've painted my upper crankcase with VHT Very High Temp Primer (VHT SP100). The can says to heat up to 250F for 30, then 400F for 30, then 600F (like my oven will go that damn high) for 30. This Primer is really for headers, not engine blocks & heads. There is a caution that states not to...
  10. D

    I can't believe no one has the paint code/colors for TX73.

    I really need somebody's help! Someone has had to have painted a TX 73 in their own restoration project. It is a tri-coat color. If you know anyone who can help...someone who has done it please email me. I need paint codes ann paint mix.:shrug:
  11. xjwmx

    Painting Badges

    Painting Badges / Emblems I discovered an easy way to restore side cover badges. You can buy repro badges, but you get two right side ones. 1. Clean the badge with dish soap and a brush, let dry. Don't do any sanding. 2. Spray the whole badge with gloss black lacquer. Let dry for an hour...
  12. L

    Cardinal red 1980 xs

    I was stuck trying to get a 004H CDR CARDINAL RED for a 1980 xs650. I finally decided to match it close as possible . Went to AutoZone took the side cover found dupli color BFM0317 Electric Currant Red Met (EG) Or DSFM317. It is actually a Ford Motor Co paint so if you are stuck like I was...
  13. Mike Ellis

    info about possible 73' tx 650 colors

    Hey guys, I am trying to find out if the 1973 TX 650 had a green color in other countries. I can't find the article now but read that there was a green offered outside the US in 73. I am starting a restoration on a 73 and saw a picture of a 74 painted a beautiful green but has the 73 gold and...
  14. J

    My XS Triumph want-to-be

    Hello, I wanted to share my 79 XS that I built over the 2011 winter. I have been enjoying this bike since the day I bought it. here are some pictures
  15. D

    JB weld to smooth frame inperfections prior to powder coat

    ok unless someone has had a bad experience using JB weld to smooth frame inperfections I plan to use it as it will take the that a powdercoat over puts out. any thoughts?
  16. D

    time to repaint 1973 tx 650 can,t ppg paint mix

    After four months of rebuild/restoration it is time for new paint. I want to match it to the origional metal flake blue. I took the only good piece of sheet metal on the bike to the paint shop and they tried to use a spectrometer but could not get a good reading. I already know the paint code...
  17. Sn34ky

    Gloss Clear over Matte Clear

    If I gently water sand with a 2000 paper a Matte Clear finish and then spray a gloss clear, is the matte will remain under a shiny transparent coat or it's just gonna turn glossy black? Tanks!
  18. peanut

    advice on tank decals

    I've not yet decided on the colour and design theme I wish to use on my 79 special tank and covers so I thought I'd do some tests. I have a spare tank that I want to experiment with using rattle cans but I need some advice regarding applying decals ,which type to use etc. I want some...
  19. J

    Plasti Dip

    I was looking into using a plasti dip coating on my XS until I can afford to have it professionally painted. Since it peels off it seems like the way to go, but I was wondering if anyone on here had tried it yet. If so, what were your experiences or tips to share? It puts down a decent looking...
  20. Uncle Bryan

    There has to be a pony somewhere in all this sh..

    Oh lawrdy Jesus, there has to be a pony somewhere in all this horseshit. So now that I've gone and started it, there's no turning back. Are these the worlds worst castings or is it just me?
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