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  • claygs750e
    • Mar 2026

    #1

    Good clear coat

    I'm currently painting several parts matte black using the VHT paint. Can anyone recommend a good clearcoat that would be pretty tough so the paint doesn't chip? I've read through other post and people are recommending a 2K clearcoat but I can't seem to find it anywhere in the stores? Also, would putting clearcoat over a matte finish turn the paint gloss black?
  • salty_monk
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    • Oct 2006
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    #2
    Yes... if its a gloss clearcoat! 2k comes in cans. check amazon or ebay
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    • kdo58

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      Professional auto paint supplies

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        #4
        Don't forget that, if you use a "pro" clear over vht base, it might melt it.
        You can use vht clear, or do a test with the other clear, first.

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        • salty_monk
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          #5
          I've had good luck with doing the 2k over parts store rattle can. I make sure to leave a few weeks in between before I hit it with the clear.
          1980 GS1000G - Sold
          1978 GS1000E - Finished!
          1980 GS550E - Fixed & given to a friend
          1983 GS750ES Special - Sold
          2009 KLR 650 - Sold - gone to TX!
          1982 GS1100G - Rebuilt and finished. - Sold
          2009 TE610 - Dual Sporting around dreaming of Dakar..... - FOR SALE!

          www.parasiticsanalytics.com

          TWINPOT BRAKE UPGRADE LINKY: http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum...e-on-78-Skunk/

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