what did you wrench on today??

[gustovh]

I changed out the battery in my 850L and adjusted the clutch.

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[GSCafe]

I removed my vintage Kerker header/muffler and conveyed them to the powdercoater for blasting and delicious semi-matte satin black powdercoat. I can't wait to get it back.

[trevor]

I removed my vintage Kerker header/muffler and conveyed them to the powdercoater for blasting and delicious semi-matte satin black powdercoat. I can't wait to get it back.

Why was I told recently by a powder coater that they could not powder coat exhaust???

[GSCafe]

Exhaust powdercoat is a special coating (Cerakote) that will stand up to exhaust temperatures. A regular powdercoat would indeed be no go. If mine comes out great, I'd be happy to help negotiate for others to get coated where I do. They might be doing my tank too.

[trevor]

Painted the exhaust I took off the 81 I bought and plan on putting it on my 83 1100....I painted it in the back yard before my wife got home from work. Lol..



Crappy pics...sorry will post better ones...

[GSCafe]

Oh nice! I just used BBQ black paint before. It was actually rated good enough for the temperature. 1500*+ Since I never had the pipes blasted clean, the paint finish would always eventually fail. But BBQ black paint was cheap. I'll be sure to post pictures of my exhaust when it returns. I guess I should pry out and replace my exhaust gaskets. On old bikes, if you don't do it, you don't know if it's right.

[trevor]

I use vht header paint. Supposed to be good to 2000. I would like to have a little more gloss though. This is pretty flat and I'm wondering how it's going to look against my shinny black motor.

[GSCafe]

I plan to wrap my header. Too much gloss on exhaust looks weird in my opinion. I'd do satin or matte even if my engine was glossy black. This may be just me though. Motorcycle style is very subjective.

[GS1000S]

Hey Pat,
Do you have a build thread on your 81 going? Would love to see some pics of your work. Good luck with it!

Here are a few pictures:

http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum/album.php?albumid=3038

I finished the bike last night but still need to take it for a test drive and make sure it runs out OK.

Pat

[Guest]

I use vht header paint. Supposed to be good to 2000. I would like to have a little more gloss though. This is pretty flat and I'm wondering how it's going to look against my shinny black motor.

Be sure to follow curing steps exactly or it won't take. Baking is best but can be done on bike. Mine I baked has stayed very well,another I cured on bike didn't take cause I didn't follow directions it took second try when I did. Have a fan ready to clear smoke and fumes.

[Steve]

Why was I told recently by a powder coater that they could not powder coat exhaust???

Exhaust powdercoat is a special coating (Cerakote) that will stand up to exhaust temperatures. A regular powdercoat would indeed be no go.

Indeed, 'regular' powdercoating is no good for high-temp situations, but ceramic coating does BEAUTIFULLY. I was going more for the shiny look, so I went for the "near-chrome" finish.
Here are the two that I have done so far, my son's 650L and my 850G(K):





"How close is it to chrome", you ask? Here is the ceramic coated header and the stock chrome muffler:



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[cowboyup3371]

I use vht header paint. Supposed to be good to 2000. I would like to have a little more gloss though. This is pretty flat and I'm wondering how it's going to look against my shinny black motor.

Be sure to follow curing steps exactly or it won't take. Baking is best but can be done on bike. Mine I baked has stayed very well,another I cured on bike didn't take cause I didn't follow directions it took second try when I did. Have a fan ready to clear smoke and fumes.

Agreed on the curing as well as the maintenance. I accidentally spilled brake fluid on my pipes after doing them a few years ago and it ate the paint right off. I since had mine ceramic coated at a place here in Ohio for a decent price (Edited - Steve posted his reply before me) and they are still looking nice. I would look to see if you can find a place that will do the ceramic coating.

[Steve]

Sorry, I forgot to include the link to that place.

Aesthetic Finishers. in Piqua, oHIo.

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[trevor]

Agreed on the curing as well as the maintenance. I accidentally spilled brake fluid on my pipes after doing them a few years ago and it ate the paint right off. I since had mine ceramic coated at a place here in Ohio for a decent price (Edited - Steve posted his reply before me) and they are still looking nice. I would look to see if you can find a place that will do the ceramic coating.

Good idea. I will see if I really like the pipe then get it ceramic coated if I do. It's not cheap here. Of course because nothing is! Lol

[Guest]

actually looked at the bike today, i have a few parts i need to sell so i can buy a new chain and sprocket set. spring is coming......