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Old Jan 9, 2009 | 09:31 PM
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I want to paint the "S & S Super" letters on my breather. Any suggestions on how to get the paint to stick?

Also want to paint some parts on the frame the same color as my bike. Any suggestions on what to spray over it to keep shiny and clean?
 
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Old Jan 9, 2009 | 11:58 PM
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You can use a metal tape to tape off your design and then use sandpaper or a sand blaster (on low pressure) to rough up the chrome to make it stick. If the letters are imprinted into the air cleaner you can just clean it real good and use some model paint by hand.
For the frame, just clear coat it after you paint it.
 
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thank you.
 
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No problem.
 
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