Should I repaint?
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6th Gear
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Should I repaint?
Went on a long ride this weekend through the Sierras, and when I got back I noticed a big rock chip dead center in the middle of my fairing! So now, it looks as if I've got to have it repainted. Isn't there some kind of film I can put on there to keep that from happening?
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RE: Should I repaint?
Justified,I live in those Sierras you were riding in ( Lake Tulloch - Copperopolis) get it repainted and then use the clear film protectant that Profinish here on the forum offers,it's the same film I use on my vette and it works,once installed you can't even see it and it does work,profinish lives out in disco bay,give him a shout,he has some specials going on.
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RE: Should I repaint?
I would not deal with pro finish right now i am having problems with the kit
he sent me there were no instructions and it is missing pieces and i and
having problems pro finsh they do not want to take the kit back claim is custom
which is a lie there site says 2 rg kits left i am disputing with pay pal right now
and there is no customer service just 1 guy be warned
he sent me there were no instructions and it is missing pieces and i and
having problems pro finsh they do not want to take the kit back claim is custom
which is a lie there site says 2 rg kits left i am disputing with pay pal right now
and there is no customer service just 1 guy be warned
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RE: Should I repaint?
I could never imagine putting any film over my paint. Don't care how good it's supposed to be, just doesn't sound right and I can't believe you wouldn't notice it.
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But maybe it's from the memories of being on my grandma's furniture that was all wrapped in plastic..... \\;
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But maybe it's from the memories of being on my grandma's furniture that was all wrapped in plastic..... \\;
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6th Gear
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RE: Should I repaint?
I just got a hold of the Profinish guy and ordered a kit for my Street Glide. He said it would ship out today and should have it Wednesday. I'll let you know how it turns out.
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RE: Should I repaint?
If you want it right, paint it! \\; End of story. \\; To keep it right, use the bra suggested, but it's a pain in the azz to put on and off. \\; Film isn't a bad answer once painted, but IMHO the film always seems to look a little flat against the fender right below. \\; Your call, but rest assured it's going to happen again.
Good Luck, CCRyder
Good Luck, CCRyder
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RE: Should I repaint?
If you were looking for an excuse to get an expensive custom paint job, now you have one. \\; If not, ride it and ignor the chip. \\; Otherwise, get one of these "Support Our Troops" ribbons to cover the damage like I did on the dent in my tank. \\; (Use double sided tape to attache it because the magnet will not work on the fairing.)
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RE: Should I repaint?
+1 on the HD bra. It is not hard to take on and off and fits snugly and does not scratch the paint underneath. I used mine on a trip to Sturgis a couple of years back and was very glad I did. I will reinstall it prior to my HD 105th trip in August.