My first build and first XS650

[missile150]

Got my tins back from pinstriping. I love how they came out!

 

[missile150]

Small progress.

 

[missile150]

Got my seat back, and put some more together tonight.

 

[Iron_inc]

I been thinking about getting into the powder coat thing myself. What brand gun/powder do you recommend? I was thinking about the Eastwood single volt, I'd only be using it for small parts nothing bigger then a peanut gas tank

 

[missile150]

I been thinking about getting into the powder coat thing myself. What brand gun/powder do you recommend? I was thinking about the Eastwood single volt, I'd only be using it for small parts nothing bigger then a peanut gas tank

I used one of those. It was ok for small stuff, but i started doing stuff for other people, and needed more control and durability. I bought one from columbia coatings called a kool koat 2.0 I like it. it is sufficient for my purposes.

 

[Iron_inc]

Thanks, one more Q how far will 2lbs get me?

 

[missile150]

Thanks, one more Q how far will 2lbs get me?

A half a pound will do an average bike frame well, including swingarm, maybe less than half. That will get you good coverage. But i tend to shoot a little heavy at times, depends on the color.

 

[Iron_inc]

Oh OK that's more then I thought thanks

 

[Johnt3]

Hey missile150 you get anymore done on your bike?

 

[TurboFarviknugn]

Missle that seat pivot bracket probably wont hold up very long, get the built well.

 

[missile150]

Hey missile150 you get anymore done on your bike?

It has been so friggin cold, i have only done a few things. It is 10 drgrees this morning. When it warms up, i will some more pictures.

 

[Johnt3]

Cool. Yeah it's been pretty damn cold here too.But when it's warm I want to ride.

 

[sgrimaudo]

dude really nice job and great thread! im inspired!

 

[bobber_xs]

hey hi

just have a question for you...

how did you convert you frige to a stove?

what did you use for heater

can you explain me .and post some more pics of the setup

thanks for all

 

[missile150]

hey hi

just have a question for you...

how did you convert you frige to a stove?

what did you use for heater

can you explain me .and post some more pics of the setup

thanks for all

I will, but i will pm you for it this week. Its cold out there!

 

[Sub xs650]

Very nice I like the orange and green paint

 

[missile150]

A few pics. I am dealing with exterior water damage on my house. So my resources are beng redirected. And so close to the end. I am gonna try and put it in a show in February, even if i have to push it.

 

[Johnt3]

Hey missile150,sorry to hear about your house.Your bike is coming along real nice. What do you have left to do?

 

[missile150]

A little wiring, carbs, custom brake cable for the remote master, throttle and clutch cable. Not much, really.

And thanks. This house stuff sucks. Waiting on insurance to make a decision now.

 

[Johnt3]

Frickin' insurance companies! Oh hell, you got it man. Plenty of time.