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Post by johnfcbn44dx on May 11, 2021 21:10:15 GMT
It wasn't meant to be....I don't want to tempt fate with that lovely finish. No all I was going to say and I think you'll already know this is that if the Lord desires as much originality as possible, the edges on the side panels will be finished in satin black (easy job). Also, I think it is actually a good idea to lacquer over the decals that are supplied these days on all the panels. The original Honda ones seemed to be laminated more and a bit more durable with accidental petrol spillage / rub wear etc. Thoughts guys? I would agree with the need for the leading face/edge to be black. I would also agree to lacquer over the decals. I did this set with real 2k Lacquer on the tank and that pretend 2k on the panels and tail cowl (Obviously the thinking then was I will just be having my 250's, .. then of course, shortly after, I got a 400 off gumtree). With red Tapox ethanol resistant Phenolic Epoxy on the inside of the tank, hence the fan pulling air through, to complete it's curing cycle...
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Post by CTB on May 11, 2021 21:40:55 GMT
That gold and red is to die for
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Post by BritPete on May 12, 2021 7:42:09 GMT
That gold and red is to die for Got a set of those decals in the Garage They look good on MKW but agree I think they look much better on a black tank
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Post by tucksie on May 12, 2021 11:07:39 GMT
Yes agreed those red and gold decals look very nice
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Post by duffer on May 12, 2021 17:39:36 GMT
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Post by comstar on May 12, 2021 17:44:24 GMT
Best way to do it.
I'm sure most people get them so wrong as they are not eye balled onto the actual bike, more so sitting on a dining room table or something. (Been there done that).
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Post by The Great High Lord Beer on May 12, 2021 17:58:10 GMT
Spare bikes are always handy, and your fine method of alignment has brought forth some items which I've never got round to renewing, but I feel will now be essential to maintain correct alignment, I of course refer to the mounting rubbers for the side panels, my rubbers are well used and a couple have split, so if some kind soul could point me in the right direction for purchase I would be most grateful 🍺
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Post by duffer on May 12, 2021 18:04:56 GMT
I should point out, that's not your tank. I haven't suddenly rushed ahead, but yours will look just like it.
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Post by The Great High Lord Beer on May 12, 2021 18:13:32 GMT
The tank looks good, I thought and was hoping that wasn't my tank as I would very much like to see your progress piccys as I'm sure many others would, you have a captive audience Sir Duffer 😁
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Post by CTB on May 12, 2021 18:39:28 GMT
The tank looks good, I thought and was hoping that wasn't my tank as I would very much like to see your progress piccys as I'm sure many others would, you have a captive audience Sir Duffer 😁 Very true we wait with great expectations
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Post by duffer on May 12, 2021 18:45:24 GMT
OK, OK, somebody hold my beer. I have a tank to paint. 🍺
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Post by The Great High Lord Beer on May 12, 2021 19:01:10 GMT
Finish thy Beer Sir Duffer, and perhaps enjoy another for many Beers shall he bestowed upon thee for thy fine work 🍻
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Post by comstar on May 12, 2021 19:32:23 GMT
But not too many beers before attempting decal applying duties Sir Duffer. I can confirm 'tis not a good idea:
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Post by duffer on May 13, 2021 10:24:52 GMT
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Post by CTB on May 13, 2021 10:27:47 GMT
WOW 🤩
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