Blacking out the battery cover trim
Thread Starter
|
Tourer
Joined: Feb 2008
Posts: 478
Likes: 0
Blacking out the battery cover trim
What paint matches the best? I figure wrinkle black but what brand? I checked Home Depot last night and all they sell is Rustoleum ,no wrinlle black.
Im doing the WG rear fender conversion on my Fat Bob . I was thinking I could get my painter to paint it black denim when he paints the fender but I dont know if that would look right on the battery cover. I think I need to match the battery cover as much as possible.
Im doing the WG rear fender conversion on my Fat Bob . I was thinking I could get my painter to paint it black denim when he paints the fender but I dont know if that would look right on the battery cover. I think I need to match the battery cover as much as possible.
Road Master
Joined: Sep 2010
Posts: 1,196
Likes: 0
From: U.S.A.
I used the Rustoleum 'hammered black' rattle can and I am happy with how it came out. See sig pic.
http://www.rustoleum.com/CBGProduct.asp?pid=29
http://www.rustoleum.com/CBGProduct.asp?pid=29
Thread Starter
|
Tourer
Joined: Feb 2008
Posts: 478
Likes: 0
I used the Rustoleum 'hammered black' rattle can and I am happy with how it came out. See sig pic.
http://www.rustoleum.com/CBGProduct.asp?pid=29
http://www.rustoleum.com/CBGProduct.asp?pid=29
I saw that last night. I was thinking it wouldnt match. Cool , thanks
Road Captain
Joined: Nov 2006
Posts: 609
Likes: 3
I used Krylon textured paint. Three years ago, and still looks great.
(damn that sounded like a commercial)
Oh, and just FYI: I painted the rear springs with oil-based Rustoleum. With a brush. Took about two beers per spring.
Also three years ago, and they're still perfect too.
(damn that sounded like a commercial)
Oh, and just FYI: I painted the rear springs with oil-based Rustoleum. With a brush. Took about two beers per spring.
Also three years ago, and they're still perfect too.
Last edited by risdo; Jan 19, 2011 at 06:51 AM.
Cruiser
Joined: Sep 2010
Posts: 127
Likes: 0
From: Todamhot Texas
I used the RustOleum Truck Bed Liner spray this weekend. It looks "factory" and I am REALLY impressed with the results. Best $8 I have spent on the bike to date. 
http://www.rustoleum.com/CBGProduct.asp?pid=367
http://www.rustoleum.com/CBGProduct.asp?pid=367
Thread Starter
|
Tourer
Joined: Feb 2008
Posts: 478
Likes: 0
I used the RustOleum Truck Bed Liner spray this weekend. It looks "factory" and I am REALLY impressed with the results. Best $8 I have spent on the bike to date.
http://www.rustoleum.com/CBGProduct.asp?pid=367
http://www.rustoleum.com/CBGProduct.asp?pid=367
Cruiser
Joined: Sep 2010
Posts: 127
Likes: 0
From: Todamhot Texas
That's exactly where I got it. I was a little hesitant on the price at first but figured hell, if it worked it would be worth it. As it turns out I would have paid twice that after seeing the results.
Trending Topics
Cruiser
Joined: Feb 2010
Posts: 226
Likes: 0
From: Niceville Florida
paint
I painted my battery cover band with some Rustoleum Self etching primer then shot it with Satin black Engine paint. I like the looks of it but it doesnt match the color of the rest of the battery cover has a really good contrast and people tend to notice/compliment on it.
HD Forum Stories
The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders
7 Surprising Harley-Davidson Products that Are Not Motorcycles
Verdad Gallardo
8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In
Verdad Gallardo
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?
Verdad Gallardo
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept
Verdad Gallardo
Engraved Rebellion: Inside Bundnerbike's Glam Rock II
Verdad Gallardo
10 Motorcycles You Should Never Buy
Joe Kucinski
