Im buying a raw fender and tank for the iron, I have a vision for the paint job which I would like to take on myself. I know a good rattle can job is achievable with correct prep/Application but what I don't have an answer on is, what is a good primer/paint to use. I want to do a silver(possibly flake) base, tape off my design and do root beer candy over the top.

I have been reading that layering on 2k clear over the top is my best bet for durability / quality. If 2k is such a good rattle can clear coat, does the durability of the paint under it matter?

Does anyone have a recommended brand. I don't mind special ordering a specialized paint, Il pay for better quality.

 

I actually do a lot of "rattle can" painting. Use Pro Form self etching primer and John Deere Blitz Black to match parts to my Fat Bob Denim Black. At work, I was having trouble with insides of metal pails rusting out so primed and painted with Rustoleum rattle cans; none have rusted thru since. Anything I spray at work gets a coat of Rustoleum primer first.

 

Take a look at this amazing job another member did with rattle cans.

https://www.hdforums.com/forum/softa...h-project.html

 

Find a good professional auto body paint supply shop (there are probably dozens of them near your location) and talk with them. They'll hook you up.

 

wander over to the Chop Cult and see some of these incredible rattle can paint jobs.


http://www.chopcult.com/forum/showthread.php?t=12327