Probably already discussed but what is the proper name for the paint? For people who have done their bike with rattle cans could you share what you did...prep, product used for wiping down, sanding grit progression, number of coats, time between coats etc.

I'm thinking because it's a matte finish I could get away with rattle cans.

Jim

 

So, your assuming it's been discussed here but are to lazy to look and want to be spoon fed?

 

Yep, only have my cell phone at the moment and it's a pita with the tiny keyboard, wasn't what I was looking for but thanks for taking the time to share...its what makes this Forum such a great place

 

In an effort to reduce any more instances of keyboard rage , let me rephrase the question...

...what is the proper name for the John Deere flat black paint and how did you like it?

Thanks, Jim

 

Blitz Black

 

We used to call that look primer/sealer.

 

Thanks guy! Found it on this subforum under "John Deer Blitz Black"

Saw a used black denim SG and I keep going back to look at it..the colour just speaks to me.

Seriously considering it. I can always remove and prep the tins and have someone else shoot it if I don't want to bugger it up.

There's mention of the paint getting shiny if something rubs on it. I know there is a matte clear coat available...anyone try this?

Jim

 

Yes there is a matte clear available. Will also start to shine if rubbed too much.

 

That sucks. I had an 09 FatBob in Black Denim and if I remember correctly it didn't do that, but I could be wrong

 

I started painting cars a few years ago. Before that I tried to use can spray paint. IT IS IMPOSSIBLE to do a good job with spray can paint. It is not a question of talent or how hard you try, it is just impossible!!!!!
Reasons:
you need 2 component primer to get rid of all scratches
you need 2 component clear coat to get good results.
Cost of spray can paint/primer/clear will be higher than good automotive paint.
I spent about $200 for spray cans and my 99 FLHT looked like ****! It would cost me probably not more than $100 for good paint/primer/clear.
Equipment is not as expensive as you think.
I use $16 spray gun from HarborFreight and get pretty good results painting on my backyard.
I am not going to discuss if matte black good color or not, but I almost killed a guy riding matte black bike, because I didn't see him!!!