Hi Del, James Cramer here. I haven't communicated a lot since your new build but after seeing the paint job on the rear fender mate....that is amazing. Considering it's your first try I think you nailed it. I think the thin line of black running on the inside of the black outer border has complimented the whole thing. I really hope you keep this colour and design. Love to you both x
Thank you James, good to hear from you again... yes, am happy with it so far, have re-done it since this video, just to narrow the silver band a little and get the proportions right... next video will be the other fender, see if I can get it the same! Thanks for your support mate, D&Px
Hi Dell, I think the front fender looks great, I must admit I was not sure about the scuff effect but with the addition of the paint I think it looks fantastic. Nice idea. Looking forward to seeing the rest of it finished.
Excellent job mate, now you have just got to see how it looks on the bike. Love the board update, how true is that statement. Penny and you have a safe week. Cheers
Now that paint and clear coat on looks awesome. Wasn't sure at the start but dam that now looks fine. Clear coat has really made it pop. Super job del can't wait to see this bike finished.
Thanks buddy, still faffing about with it, ive re-coated the front fender again over the last few days, it has a narrower silver section now and looks better... and will be getting into the back fender tomorrow for Friday's video.. wish me luck, it aint over till the bike rumbles out the door..lol!
I must say I was very skeptical when I saw you removing original paint but after seeing the results of first paint job on front fender I must say it will look awesome on the bike. Good luck with the rest of the project. I have great pleasure in watching your work and how the whole final look of the bike unfolds.
I'm not a harley guy but WOW I love that work on the fenders! Maybe a purple tint would be a good addition but thats only my view, ABSOLUTELY AMAZING I couldn't believe my eyes. Top job DB.
Thank you J, that's very kind of you, this has been an experiment and a gamble from the start, and I've no idea what it'll look like on the bike... but we shall see! Thank you for your support always brother, chat soon, all the best, D&Px
I was really not sure :) .... but once the paint went on, looked great !! Think everyone is happy its not just the black spray again, different, nice job.
Looks awesome Del, should be ready just in time for when the clocks change to British summertime at the end of the month. Light evenings and warm weather, bike time! Whoop whoop.
Thank you Jason, ot's not finished by a long way, I may reduce the amount of silver showing by bringing the lines in a bit, but this is just a first test to see if I like the look! D&Px
Del, I wasn’t sure when you started scuffing the body panels, but the finish product.... you’ve won me over! Great paint job mate. Keep up the awesome work 👍
Thanks brother, just replied to your email btw!.. and thanks for the offer, if I've moved it by then, am sure there'll be another one! Have a good week buddy, D&Px
To be honest I was at first skeptical about your plans for the fenders and fuel tank.. BUT seeing the front fender done, it really looks cool. Going to be interesting to see how it turns out once everything is done and back on the bike... Take care!!!!
Thanks Tom, I know it's hard sometimes to see our vision, so thanks sticking with it, let's see what it looks like all on the bike... but happy with it so far!
I can't visualise how things will look so was really interested how this was going to turn out. Looks great, really smart. Looking forward to seeing how it looks on the bike!
Very nice indeed, Del! I can't yet visualise it on the bike but, as it is, it's undoubtedly a handsome, well-executed paint job. Can't wait to see it mounted. Awesome quotation, bro 👍
'handsome, well executed'... I'd reserve judgement on that one brother, mixing paints even by the same manufacturer can be a disaster at the last minute! See you soon brother...
Looks awesome, when I painted my z750 tank with tough black I contacted simoniz/Holt's and they advised me that you can't lacquer over tough black paint, not even their own lacquer. Be good to see how yours comes out 🤞🏻 but you already know by now 😎👍🏻
Hi Ian... Remember the XJR Turbo project, the one we did the true fire paint on?.. that was all Tough Paint black in the base coat if you remember, and we had no issues... but it was allowed to cure for almost two weeks before we did the art work and then layed up 6 coats of 2k clear.... However, as a side note.. the tough paint is thick, and leaves a really prominent ridge between the two finishes... so im trying out some acrylic paint with matching primer for the back fender this weekend...(its all an experiment) hoping that the combination of a thin coat of primer, and a thin coat of regular acrylic black will be thinner than the two coats of tough paint.. we shall see.!
@Moonfleet41 ahhhh gotcha!! I've got to redo my z750 tank as petrol got under the edge of the paint near the neck, just waiting on nicer weather as haven't got anywhere to paint it.
omg del. I thought this was going to look alright but defo not my cup of tea but in all honesty I absolutely love it! looks amazing! really canny wait to see it on the bike! nice work champ!
Cheers Kevin, that's very kind mate... sometimes it's hard to vocalise your vision and sometimes it's just better if I just get on with it! Happy with it so far, but you're right, it needs to be seen on the bike to see the full effect!
To be honest I wasn't too sure about this look at first - however now with the black contrast and lacquer.... it looks superb! (Not garish at all) I love it. Keep it coming Del I learn every time I visit the garage. :-)
That looks amazing... You never cease to amaze brother.. You have a true talent, can't wait to see the finished bike!.... I've been a sub a long time, I've aquired a vast amount of info and knowledge from watching your channel. Never stop doing what you do with the you tube channel brother! You'll always have dedicated fans that watch like me... God bless
Thank you most kindly Sir, it's an honour to receive such a kind, encouraging message... I'm just trying to push the boundaries and learn a few new things, teach myself I've seen other people do, and keep the channel fresh and interesting... thank you for your support, it really is appreciated and really makes all the difference...!
I didn't know if I liked the idea but have to say it is fantastic looking def think the while bike will look the part when all done well done brill job
That looks mint bruv. It would certainly be a looker 🤙. That metal has turned out really well. Cant wait to see it . Ride and drive safe both of you take care bruv.
Wow Del another great paint job, I love the contrast of black and raw metal swirl. have you thought of fabricating a classic look sissy bar for the back? I think it would go with the new look.
Thats a cool idea for later buddy... i like that.. anything to fab is good..lol But as you know the project is nearing the end now, i want it on the road before the end of the month..ive already sourced the next donor bike.. and i think you'll rather like it buddy... muah ha ha.!
Have say I loving the look del. sorry if I’m mistaken, is there a blemish in the paint work as you scan across the work with the old and new paint work I’d say just in the middle of the curve edge. time stamp 11:18
Lol sorry mate ok. Near the end of the vid, where you place it on the bench under your storage units. when you put the two arches one in front of the other you then pan across the newly painted one. As I said it in-perfection is midway, On the out side edge.look from time stamp 10:40 ( It’s problem might well be my eyes) 😂😂😂 All the best guys Paul.
@@paulelliott2861 Hi Paul, yeah looks a bit frayed at that point, but it was a sharp line to the naked eye, could have been the lacquer distorting the light or something, but as I've said in the newest video tonight, I've stripped that off anyway and done it again since as I'd made the silver section too wide... and it was too dominant, it only needed to be a stripe down the centre, so got that right now!
Looking good Del. That's a nice effect if you ask me. Will be interesting to see how it looks when all done & on the bike. Will be checking oot that website as well. Awrabesht to you & Penny from me & all the clan bro. 😉💙🤘
Hey Al, good to hear from you Brother, thanks for your kind words, its a journey of discovery and im learning new things... and thats all good... take care and have a good week you and the clan... Cheers, D&Pxx
Cheers Dave, im not unhappy with it myself.. but it is maybe a bit bling... time will tell if it looks any good on the bike.. if not, then i can always paint it over in a cool colour... we shall see.. Hope Youz all well mate, have a good week and chat soon.. D&Px
Hey brother, thank you for that, I have your email, and will be replying later this evening, been buried in paintwork, admin and day job all week... need a 25hr day!
I love bare metal look, I hope you keep it. I’m curious to see over time how the clear over the bare metal holds up. I want to get a second, larger tank for my sportster and just polish the metal with sand paper, add some small touches and then just clear it.
Del it looks insanely good, it will look so good, up against the rest of the black on the bike, not garish cos it's not accents , just a single solid theme running down the middle, be brave Del!
Yes, it is great! All Delboy fans can now follow not only a great mechanic but also an artist. I would not be surprised if the big motorcycle companies copy this idea into some mass production. Inspiration - big time! /Kalle
Hi Kalle, thank you for that extremely kind endorsement... I think they already do, some of the specialist CVO paints and 8Ball paint schemes from Triumph feature bare metal under clear lacquer, it's not original entirely... this just shows you can do it at home and make a reasonable job of it too!
I have to say I was a little skeptical on the way it would look, but it looks fantastic, not bad for a rattle can. But you said you wanted to get away from the bling and it definitely has that bling pop. Don't get me wrong it looks great. I look forward to seeing what it looks like on the bike. Always a pleasure you guys take care.
Yeah, i admit Bradley, it is a bit bling, and maybe that will get it painted over in the end.. but its a bit of fun and im enjoying the learning process... who knows where it will end up..!!
Nice paint job! By the way, I did not forget your plate. I'll still send it, ok? The problem is that is hard to find one, 'cause they think I want to buy one to use it, and it is illegal.
Thanks Andy, don't do anything if it's too difficult/awkward, it does't matter, it's just for people who may have an old expired one kicking around in the garage... we appreciate your support, very kind of you!
That look is starting to grow on me, didn't think it would. I agree, until you get it on the bike, not possible to really tell. Loved the transition editing when changing pads on the grinder. Looks very much like 'This Old Tony'. Excellent welding and machining channnel, especially given he is a hobbyist. Also he's very funny!
When I've painted a bike with spray cans, I always flat the colour back to get rid of the orange peel, before applying clear lacquer, then flat the lacquer, and apply a wet coat for the gloss. I just wondered why after investing all that time with the grinding you didn't finish the job for the best possible finish??
CHeck out the next video my friend, you'll see the finish on both fenders, I have to say ( and with the greatest of respect of course) that you're making a lot of work for yourself that you don't need to.. you can treat the clear coat like just another coat of paint and lay it on whilst the base coat is still wet... there's two benefitts to this, firstly it will chemically bond at a liquid level way better than any key'd finish with any paper... and combining the base coat and the clear coat together as a total quantity of wet material, you'll achieve a better 'float out', and will only need a minimal wet sand on top of the clear lacquer at the end...obviously we all do what works best for us, so check out tomorrow's video, this is how I do and I hop, perhaps, that the result speaks for itself with a small amount of wet sand this will be like glass. Thanks for sharing your experience too, all the best, Del
OK, that's impressive - when you first leapt on the original paint with the grinder, I admit I did wince a little - but, as a true believer that all paint is excess weight & therefore fundamentally silly - t'was a token wince at best. Must say, it looks as good if not better than I hoped it would; so I'll stick with my original daft, yet gifted suggestion of a light ivory clearcoat over the lot, so building up the depth to a rich, 'era evoking sepia swirling above the mysteries of time'. (Thinks: Hmm, flat scrumpy revived half & half with Special Brew IS different - 'hand me that piano!' : ) x
Hah! Some this old Tony style editing there. Brilliant. I'll say this: Do it right, do it once. Or the other way around.. doesn't matter I suppose! Be well sir ❤
Hey Ollie, do it once... I wish!... I'm gonna be doing this front fender again as the silver bit is too wide and a bit too dominating, am gonna narrow it down off camera before the next video... I like the look, so am just gonna set the proportions right and in the next video I'll move on to the rear fender and do the same! Always good to hear from you mate, take care, D&Px
I've painted a few bikes and always seem to have a groove where I taped it off. I thought about just putting the clear coat thicker on the low parts to fix the difference. Is there a trick to get it smooth or am I on the right track? BTW I like the paintjob.
Hi Michael, for my experience i find that the trick is to lay up as little thickness of the colour as you possibly can.. remember the bulk of the overall paint finish will be the clear coat... the base colour only needs to be the barest minimum, maybe one good coat so its block and no patches... then tape up and lay down your second colour... but make sure you only coat up the least amount possible to just make the colour block and no patches... then tape off, and lots of clear coat..... If you can get maybe 6 wet coats of clear, and let is cure and sink for a week... then block sand it back with 1500 grit, you will get a flat topcoat finish by taking off a layer of the clear that sits on top of the second colour to make that ridge you get.!!!! go careful and you shouldn't bust through the clear, and hopefully end up with a flawless job where you can't feel the join. .!!!! Good luck with is buddy.. Del.
Not going to lie del I thought the swirls were going to look shit but I must say it looks awesome I really like the tone between the black and sliver and that pin strip just looks awsome well done man really blew my mind 👍👍
Thanks mate, Its been a gamble from the start, still not sure what it will look like on the bike, but happy with it so far.. ! Thanks for your kind words buddy .
@@gavinhughes8623 I treat it like just another paint coat, so i leave it about 20 minutes for the black to flash off, then peal the tap back before the paint dries too much but is still cured enough not to run or creep once the tape is pealed.... then coat up with lacquer... seems to work for me, as long as ythe garage is warm and dry enough it wont bloom either..
Very clean look, different but grows on you. Now over here in Arizona we call that paint can a Rattle Can...just sayin! Can't wait to see the completed bike.
Awesome look and paint Del. Great tips as always. It's really going to look very cool Del. Can't wait to see it. Do you have a North Carolina plate up on your wall?
Thanks buddy, appreciate the kind words... and it doesn't mater if we have an NC plate, or not, everyone represents a person and a special friend, so if you have one, we'd love to add it .. if you wanna drop Penny a line at delboysgarage@yahoo.com she'll hook you up with an address and details! Thanks buddy!
Hi Del, James Cramer here. I haven't communicated a lot since your new build but after seeing the paint job on the rear fender mate....that is amazing. Considering it's your first try I think you nailed it. I think the thin line of black running on the inside of the black outer border has complimented the whole thing. I really hope you keep this colour and design. Love to you both x
Thank you James, good to hear from you again... yes, am happy with it so far, have re-done it since this video, just to narrow the silver band a little and get the proportions right... next video will be the other fender, see if I can get it the same! Thanks for your support mate, D&Px
I had my doubts when you started with that pattern, no doubts anymore, looks wonderful! it is a pleasure to watch you working Del. Nice Job!
Thank you my friend, appreciate your faith!
Very nice will look awesome when all on the bike. Got me wanting to do something special on my bike 👍
Hi Dell, I think the front fender looks great, I must admit I was not sure about the scuff effect but with the addition of the paint I think it looks fantastic. Nice idea. Looking forward to seeing the rest of it finished.
Thanks buddy, it's just an experiment, think we need to see it on the bike first, but happy with it so far!
Wowwwww, That's Awesome. Love the Outcome. Penny & You Del Have A Wonderful Week and Enjoy the Weather and Ride Safely.
Excellent job mate, now you have just got to see how it looks on the bike. Love the board update, how true is that statement. Penny and you have a safe week. Cheers
Sure thing brother, I thought it would appeal to the right people!.... have a great week yourself, D&Px
Now that paint and clear coat on looks awesome. Wasn't sure at the start but dam that now looks fine. Clear coat has really made it pop. Super job del can't wait to see this bike finished.
Thanks buddy, still faffing about with it, ive re-coated the front fender again over the last few days, it has a narrower silver section now and looks better... and will be getting into the back fender tomorrow for Friday's video.. wish me luck, it aint over till the bike rumbles out the door..lol!
I've been thinking about making some custom parts for my bike with my everlast welder. Thanks for showing us your technique for the painting process.
You "NAILED IT!" with that paint/scuff job. It is going to look AMAZING all finished up!
Cheers Scott, wasn't sure how it would come out, but happy with it so far!
I must say I was very skeptical when I saw you removing original paint but after seeing the results of first paint job on front fender I must say it will look awesome on the bike. Good luck with the rest of the project. I have great pleasure in watching your work and how the whole final look of the bike unfolds.
Thank you most kindly my friend, so glad you enjoyed it!
I'm not a harley guy but WOW I love that work on the fenders! Maybe a purple tint would be a good addition but thats only my view, ABSOLUTELY AMAZING I couldn't believe my eyes. Top job DB.
It's not garish at all. That looks AMAZING, in my not so humble opinion. That's cool as hell. Well done, sir!
Thank you J, that's very kind of you, this has been an experiment and a gamble from the start, and I've no idea what it'll look like on the bike... but we shall see! Thank you for your support always brother, chat soon, all the best, D&Px
WOW. I think the paint is really cool. The thin line really adds to the look.
Thanks David, that's very kind, just enjoying the process!
I was really not sure :) .... but once the paint went on, looked great !! Think everyone is happy its not just the black spray again, different, nice job.
Sure thing mate, even I didn't just wanna paint it black again, and this was a great compromise!
Looks awesome Del, should be ready just in time for when the clocks change to British summertime at the end of the month. Light evenings and warm weather, bike time! Whoop whoop.
True dat brother, can't wait to get out on the road again and start enjoying the bikes!
Had the same idea now I know it would look sick and how to achieve it. Thanks. Came out very nice
Turned out really nice Del. I was having a hard time imagining the finished product. Can’t wait to see it once it has cured. TY Del and Penny.
Thank you Jason, ot's not finished by a long way, I may reduce the amount of silver showing by bringing the lines in a bit, but this is just a first test to see if I like the look! D&Px
Del, I wasn’t sure when you started scuffing the body panels, but the finish product.... you’ve won me over! Great paint job mate. Keep up the awesome work 👍
Thank you Sir, that's very kind of you, glad you enjoyed it, like all these things, it's just a case of following your vision!
I’m digging the paint job. I would offer that you might continue. Truly “One of a kind!”
I think i like it Del 😁 need to see it on the bike really but its looking pretty neat, guaranteed there wont be another like it 👍👌
I think that style and paint looks lovely i think it will be perfect really unique something i never seen love it
Cheers Chris, just pushing the boundaries a little and trying something new!
At first I didn't know if it would look right but now you have painted it and pin striped it wow it looks pretty dam cool nice work del 👍
Thank you most kindly Sir!
Looking sensational, Del! (If the body still needs moving in April, I’ll be there to help ya!) 🏍👍🏍
Thanks brother, just replied to your email btw!.. and thanks for the offer, if I've moved it by then, am sure there'll be another one! Have a good week buddy, D&Px
I was not sure I would like the new paint job.... I do, I think it looks great! Nice job as usual!
To be honest I was at first skeptical about your plans for the fenders and fuel tank.. BUT seeing the front fender done, it really looks cool. Going to be interesting to see how it turns out once everything is done and back on the bike... Take care!!!!
Thanks Tom, I know it's hard sometimes to see our vision, so thanks sticking with it, let's see what it looks like all on the bike... but happy with it so far!
I can't visualise how things will look so was really interested how this was going to turn out. Looks great, really smart. Looking forward to seeing how it looks on the bike!
Thank you Michael, me too, I don't think you get a real sense of it until the panel is fitted, so we shall see!
Very good paint job Del,cant wait to see it on't bike
Nice job Del, remember to fill out the change of colour section on the V5 and send it back to the DVLA.
Oh yes indeed, I certainly will my friend, wise advice
Love the paint scheme and it looks cherry bro!!! Cheers from across the pond🍻
Thank you most kindly Sir, appreciate your kind words, am enjoying the process!
Very nice indeed, Del! I can't yet visualise it on the bike but, as it is, it's undoubtedly a handsome, well-executed paint job. Can't wait to see it mounted.
Awesome quotation, bro 👍
'handsome, well executed'... I'd reserve judgement on that one brother, mixing paints even by the same manufacturer can be a disaster at the last minute! See you soon brother...
@@Moonfleet41
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Something so simple as just scuffing the metal, and yet it looks so good. Awesome job Del.
Looks awesome, when I painted my z750 tank with tough black I contacted simoniz/Holt's and they advised me that you can't lacquer over tough black paint, not even their own lacquer. Be good to see how yours comes out 🤞🏻 but you already know by now 😎👍🏻
Hi Ian... Remember the XJR Turbo project, the one we did the true fire paint on?.. that was all Tough Paint black in the base coat if you remember, and we had no issues... but it was allowed to cure for almost two weeks before we did the art work and then layed up 6 coats of 2k clear....
However, as a side note.. the tough paint is thick, and leaves a really prominent ridge between the two finishes... so im trying out some acrylic paint with matching primer for the back fender this weekend...(its all an experiment) hoping that the combination of a thin coat of primer, and a thin coat of regular acrylic black will be thinner than the two coats of tough paint.. we shall see.!
@Moonfleet41 ahhhh gotcha!! I've got to redo my z750 tank as petrol got under the edge of the paint near the neck, just waiting on nicer weather as haven't got anywhere to paint it.
omg del. I thought this was going to look alright but defo not my cup of tea but in all honesty I absolutely love it! looks amazing! really canny wait to see it on the bike! nice work champ!
Cheers Kevin, that's very kind mate... sometimes it's hard to vocalise your vision and sometimes it's just better if I just get on with it! Happy with it so far, but you're right, it needs to be seen on the bike to see the full effect!
Looks excellent, like the toned down look.
To be honest I wasn't too sure about this look at first - however now with the black contrast and lacquer.... it looks superb! (Not garish at all)
I love it. Keep it coming Del I learn every time I visit the garage. :-)
Thank you Sir, that is too kind... I'm still 'jury out' on it myself, but happy with the technical results ... thanks for watching mate
That looks amazing... You never cease to amaze brother.. You have a true talent, can't wait to see the finished bike!.... I've been a sub a long time, I've aquired a vast amount of info and knowledge from watching your channel. Never stop doing what you do with the you tube channel brother! You'll always have dedicated fans that watch like me... God bless
Thank you most kindly Sir, it's an honour to receive such a kind, encouraging message... I'm just trying to push the boundaries and learn a few new things, teach myself I've seen other people do, and keep the channel fresh and interesting... thank you for your support, it really is appreciated and really makes all the difference...!
@@Moonfleet41 your certainly welcome, and thank you for the quick response!....live to ride brother!
I didn't know if I liked the idea but have to say it is fantastic looking def think the while bike will look the part when all done well done brill job
Thanks Chris, really appreciate that mate, and glad you like it!
From what I’ve seen it looks great Once it’s on the bike we will be able to tell for sure.
Thanks Alan, hoping it's gonna turn out subtle and not look too bling!
Looks amazing Del, the pin striping is spot on 👌
Thanks Simone, it's a long way from perfect, but it'll do for me and am happy with the process!
That looks mint bruv. It would certainly be a looker 🤙. That metal has turned out really well. Cant wait to see it . Ride and drive safe both of you take care bruv.
Cheers Ray, glad you like it buddy, it's just an experiment and am happy with it so far!
Wow Del another great paint job, I love the contrast of black and raw metal swirl. have you thought of fabricating a classic look sissy bar for the back? I think it would go with the new look.
Thats a cool idea for later buddy... i like that.. anything to fab is good..lol But as you know the project is nearing the end now, i want it on the road before the end of the month..ive already sourced the next donor bike.. and i think you'll rather like it buddy... muah ha ha.!
@@Moonfleet41 cool stuff Del Im looking forward to it. ride safe mate :)
The fender looks great, Del. It pops but it's not garish. Good job on the video, D&P.
Thanks John, much appreciated, glad you're enjoying it!
Have say I loving the look del. sorry if I’m mistaken, is there a blemish in the paint work as you scan across the work with the old and new paint work I’d say just in the middle of the curve edge. time stamp 11:18
Hi Paul, I think you're time stamp is a bit out mate, takes me to the outro?
Lol sorry mate ok. Near the end of the vid, where you place it on the bench under your storage units. when you put the two arches one in front of the other you then pan across the newly painted one. As I said it in-perfection is midway, On the out side edge.look from time stamp 10:40 ( It’s problem might well be my eyes) 😂😂😂 All the best guys Paul.
@@paulelliott2861 Hi Paul, yeah looks a bit frayed at that point, but it was a sharp line to the naked eye, could have been the lacquer distorting the light or something, but as I've said in the newest video tonight, I've stripped that off anyway and done it again since as I'd made the silver section too wide... and it was too dominant, it only needed to be a stripe down the centre, so got that right now!
I was very sceptical but watching the hole process it looks awesome. 👍
Looking good! 👍
Looking good Del. That's a nice effect if you ask me. Will be interesting to see how it looks when all done & on the bike. Will be checking oot that website as well. Awrabesht to you & Penny from me & all the clan bro. 😉💙🤘
Hey Al, good to hear from you Brother, thanks for your kind words, its a journey of discovery and im learning new things... and thats all good... take care and have a good week you and the clan... Cheers, D&Pxx
(P) Looking awesome, can’t wait to see them all mounted. Definitely a DBC! Say hi to Pen from us 3.
Cheers Dave, im not unhappy with it myself.. but it is maybe a bit bling... time will tell if it looks any good on the bike.. if not, then i can always paint it over in a cool colour... we shall see.. Hope Youz all well mate, have a good week and chat soon.. D&Px
You are the DB's when it comes to the spray can Del!
Keep pushing out these good videos mate.
Looks amazing del! I would keep it like that!
Hey brother, thank you for that, I have your email, and will be replying later this evening, been buried in paintwork, admin and day job all week... need a 25hr day!
@@Moonfleet41 Not to worry bro! I know the feeling. Can't get over the finish on that front fender, looking forward to seeing it dry
I love bare metal look, I hope you keep it. I’m curious to see over time how the clear over the bare metal holds up. I want to get a second, larger tank for my sportster and just polish the metal with sand paper, add some small touches and then just clear it.
Me too my friend, it's new ground for me also, so we shall see! If it fails, then I'll just paint it... good luck with yours!
Del it looks insanely good, it will look so good, up against the rest of the black on the bike, not garish cos it's not accents , just a single solid theme running down the middle, be brave Del!
Thank you buddy, I appreciate your faith... and you have a point... really appreciate your kind support, D&Px
anything out of a spray can is not gasoline resistant soon as gas hits it it's gone!
Yes, it is great! All Delboy fans can now follow not only a great mechanic but also an artist. I would not be surprised if the big motorcycle companies copy this idea into some mass production. Inspiration - big time! /Kalle
Hi Kalle, thank you for that extremely kind endorsement... I think they already do, some of the specialist CVO paints and 8Ball paint schemes from Triumph feature bare metal under clear lacquer, it's not original entirely... this just shows you can do it at home and make a reasonable job of it too!
Even newer paint stripper works, but only if you wrap the part in plastic and let it sit for at least a day.
The warmer the weather is, the better
I LOVE it!!! Awesome Del! Keep it like that it’ll look beautiful!
I have to say I was a little skeptical on the way it would look, but it looks fantastic, not bad for a rattle can. But you said you wanted to get away from the bling and it definitely has that bling pop. Don't get me wrong it looks great. I look forward to seeing what it looks like on the bike. Always a pleasure you guys take care.
Yeah, i admit Bradley, it is a bit bling, and maybe that will get it painted over in the end.. but its a bit of fun and im enjoying the learning process... who knows where it will end up..!!
Gold leaf pin stripe on the black I think would be a nice touch.
Great job del!!!!!! Your videos are actually really relaxing
Looks great Del. Not too garish. This bike is going to be incredible!
Take it easy pal.
Thanks Bert, appreciate your faith, cant wait to get it on the road! Cheers!
I like where this is going del. you’ve a good eye for detail 👍🏻
Looks very good. Can’t wait to see it on the bike!
Nice paint job! By the way, I did not forget your plate. I'll still send it, ok? The problem is that is hard to find one, 'cause they think I want to buy one to use it, and it is illegal.
Thanks Andy, don't do anything if it's too difficult/awkward, it does't matter, it's just for people who may have an old expired one kicking around in the garage... we appreciate your support, very kind of you!
@@Moonfleet41 ok Del. But I'm stubborn, so if I find one, it's yours lol.
@@MrAndyCarlos Ha ha, Sold.. then ill display it with pride sir..!
Good night my friend!!
Gorgeous
Simply gorgeous 😉🤘🤓
Only can say...... gorgeous job
Regards 🤓
Keep pending ✌️🤓
Thanks David, great to hear from you always, we really appreciate your support!
@@Moonfleet41 🤓
Nice one del.looks great need to see it on the bike..
Won't be long Steve, forging ahead!
Looks awesome man. Great stuff. Really enjoy your channel.
Thanks Brett, much appreciated!
exactly what I was picturing. Wish I replaced the gold stripe on my black thruxton with that.
Thanks Jamie, glad you approve, just having fun!
That look is starting to grow on me, didn't think it would. I agree, until you get it on the bike, not possible to really tell. Loved the transition editing when changing pads on the grinder. Looks very much like 'This Old Tony'. Excellent welding and machining channnel, especially given he is a hobbyist. Also he's very funny!
Like the black and metal finish BRILLIANT a thin orange pinstripe a little bit of MackieBass magic coooool
Loving it del boy would love to see all off them done
I bet if you do all the tins like that, the bike will look just awesome.
👍👍👍
Thanks Christopher, hope it does, the tank's going be the most challenging part!
Looks superb buddy, hell of a job 🤘🤘
When I've painted a bike with spray cans, I always flat the colour back to get rid of the orange peel, before applying clear lacquer, then flat the lacquer, and apply a wet coat for the gloss. I just wondered why after investing all that time with the grinding you didn't finish the job for the best possible finish??
CHeck out the next video my friend, you'll see the finish on both fenders, I have to say ( and with the greatest of respect of course) that you're making a lot of work for yourself that you don't need to.. you can treat the clear coat like just another coat of paint and lay it on whilst the base coat is still wet... there's two benefitts to this, firstly it will chemically bond at a liquid level way better than any key'd finish with any paper... and combining the base coat and the clear coat together as a total quantity of wet material, you'll achieve a better 'float out', and will only need a minimal wet sand on top of the clear lacquer at the end...obviously we all do what works best for us, so check out tomorrow's video, this is how I do and I hop, perhaps, that the result speaks for itself with a small amount of wet sand this will be like glass. Thanks for sharing your experience too, all the best, Del
@@Moonfleet41 so how will you resolve the orange peel in the black layers now you have clear coated.
@@roadwarrior755 Its all in my reply above buddy.... watch the video up later today... you'll see.!
Looks sick mate 🤘
Really like that, looks amazing mate and we'll suited for the bike.
OK, that's impressive - when you first leapt on the original paint with the grinder, I admit I did wince a little - but, as a true believer that all paint is excess weight & therefore fundamentally silly - t'was a token wince at best.
Must say, it looks as good if not better than I hoped it would; so I'll stick with my original daft, yet gifted suggestion of a light ivory clearcoat over the lot, so building up the depth to a rich, 'era evoking sepia swirling above the mysteries of time'.
(Thinks: Hmm, flat scrumpy revived half & half with Special Brew IS different - 'hand me that piano!' : ) x
Normality is resumed.. a sterling Lod Dudism as ever..!
I think that looks absolutly brilliant, really like that effect.
I think it's a keeper Del, looks great.
The reflection is the beginning tricked me. It looked like you already painted the tank. It looked exactly like you described the paint.
Excellent, amazing what you can do with a rattle can.
I wasn't sure when u started at first. However with the paint that looks really cool. 👍🏻
Looks killer , love it.
WOW..Looks awesome.
Looks pretty cool Del! I like it! greets from GER
Hey JM, great to hear from you... and am really honoured that you approve of it... !
Looks Awesome!
Wow awesome idea.
Every time I use a spray can, the words tack coat come to mind!
That looks stunning Del, nice job
Hah! Some this old Tony style editing there. Brilliant. I'll say this: Do it right, do it once. Or the other way around.. doesn't matter I suppose! Be well sir ❤
Hey Ollie, do it once... I wish!... I'm gonna be doing this front fender again as the silver bit is too wide and a bit too dominating, am gonna narrow it down off camera before the next video... I like the look, so am just gonna set the proportions right and in the next video I'll move on to the rear fender and do the same! Always good to hear from you mate, take care, D&Px
@@Moonfleet41 you might like this ua-cam.com/video/Vqbk9cDX0l0/v-deo.html give it a minute. :))
Looks really good my brother 👍
Thank you brother, I appreciate that, just pushing some new ideas!
Thanks a lot Dell
I've painted a few bikes and always seem to have a groove where I taped it off. I thought about just putting the clear coat thicker on the low parts to fix the difference. Is there a trick to get it smooth or am I on the right track? BTW I like the paintjob.
Hi Michael, for my experience i find that the trick is to lay up as little thickness of the colour as you possibly can.. remember the bulk of the overall paint finish will be the clear coat... the base colour only needs to be the barest minimum, maybe one good coat so its block and no patches... then tape up and lay down your second colour... but make sure you only coat up the least amount possible to just make the colour block and no patches... then tape off, and lots of clear coat.....
If you can get maybe 6 wet coats of clear, and let is cure and sink for a week... then block sand it back with 1500 grit, you will get a flat topcoat finish by taking off a layer of the clear that sits on top of the second colour to make that ridge you get.!!!! go careful and you shouldn't bust through the clear, and hopefully end up with a flawless job where you can't feel the join. .!!!! Good luck with is buddy.. Del.
I love that paint job. Spot on Del.
I think that looks awesome mate! Super job :)
Nice job Del.
Hey Del - did you notice at ~6:20 in the video you can see the bike breathing under the plastic sheet :D
Damn Bruce, its alive already...lol
Not going to lie del I thought the swirls were going to look shit but I must say it looks awesome I really like the tone between the black and sliver and that pin strip just looks awsome well done man really blew my mind 👍👍
Thanks mate, Its been a gamble from the start, still not sure what it will look like on the bike, but happy with it so far.. ! Thanks for your kind words buddy .
@@Moonfleet41 on the lacker del how long did you leave the black dry before putting it on 🤔
@@gavinhughes8623 I treat it like just another paint coat, so i leave it about 20 minutes for the black to flash off, then peal the tap back before the paint dries too much but is still cured enough not to run or creep once the tape is pealed.... then coat up with lacquer... seems to work for me, as long as ythe garage is warm and dry enough it wont bloom either..
candy over the scuff center would be coool
I was thinking the same thing yesterday. Candy Apple red over the scuffed portion and black on the sides.
@@gwynnromano5881 ....I love that idea!..
@@gwynnromano5881 He said he 'did not' want it "garish". Candy apple is to garish for anything lol
Paint looks great del great idea you are just to good keep doing what you do 👍
Very clean look, different but grows on you. Now over here in Arizona we call that paint can a Rattle Can...just sayin! Can't wait to see the completed bike.
Awesome look and paint Del. Great tips as always. It's really going to look very cool Del. Can't wait to see it. Do you have a North Carolina plate up on your wall?
Thanks buddy, appreciate the kind words... and it doesn't mater if we have an NC plate, or not, everyone represents a person and a special friend, so if you have one, we'd love to add it .. if you wanna drop Penny a line at delboysgarage@yahoo.com she'll hook you up with an address and details! Thanks buddy!
I think I have one for you guys and I will send it.