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BillyC · 30-08-06, 08:38 AM

First of all, don't let anyone with an "oven" or "heater" anywhere near your SV panels.

Most of them are plastic (except the tank) and will warp and melt very easily. I speak from experience after watching a t-piece bend in my Uncle's hands.

2 pack paint will dry solid within 20 minutes, and be ready for use quickly. Cellulose paints will need to cure for a few weeks before they're ready to be finished (and then used). They will not be petrol resistant.

If either of these guys will use a 2 pack paint, then go with them... but don't use an oven. With 2 pack, I can't really see how it would be hugely beneficial on the tank.

Cars are mostly metal, ovens and heaters allow sprayers to get through lots of coats on lots of panels, quickly.

30-08-06, 08:38 AM	#2
BillyC Moderator Mega Poster Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: The exiles of Kent Posts: 2,184	First of all, don't let anyone with an "oven" or "heater" anywhere near your SV panels. Most of them are plastic (except the tank) and will warp and melt very easily. I speak from experience after watching a t-piece bend in my Uncle's hands. 2 pack paint will dry solid within 20 minutes, and be ready for use quickly. Cellulose paints will need to cure for a few weeks before they're ready to be finished (and then used). They will not be petrol resistant. If either of these guys will use a 2 pack paint, then go with them... but don't use an oven. With 2 pack, I can't really see how it would be hugely beneficial on the tank. Cars are mostly metal, ovens and heaters allow sprayers to get through lots of coats on lots of panels, quickly. __________________ SV650 K3 - Gone. Now a member of the SV650.org Kawasaki brigade!