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Old Mar 4, 2002 | 05:19 PM
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Default Painting Helmets....

i've heard that helmets can crack if the wrong paint is used or something like that.

is there a special process or can I just take some, lets say Krylon, and just spray away?

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Old Mar 4, 2002 | 06:29 PM
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Default Re: Painting Helmets.... (yoshi234)

It might make future cracks in the helmet shell harder to see though. Probably not a good idea to put stickers on your helmet though. Sanding and painting should be ok, i'd take it to a body shop? Anyone else?

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Old Mar 4, 2002 | 07:04 PM
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Find people who paint Motorcycles, they are more versed in painting small jobs like a gas tank, or helmet..

Find the guy who looks like he should be on a Harley and wearing a HA jacket.. he'll be the best!
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Old Mar 4, 2002 | 07:11 PM
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Default Re: Painting Helmets.... (yoshi234)

I'd highly recommend using a primer. I've done some paint work on fiberglass jetskis and helmets. Just sanding it, the paint still chips pretty easily. So, I'd sand, prime, sand, prime it a few times to level off any surface scratches or discontinuities. On the jetskis, we used Imron clearcoat. It's a bit of a pain to work with, but it provides a very clear finish that is really thick. I want to say it's something like 1 or 2mm per coat, which is quite a bit when you think about it. Just take your time and let each layer dry so they bond properly to each layer underneath and you should have a good finish when you are done.

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Old Mar 4, 2002 | 07:17 PM
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Default Re: Painting Helmets.... (yoshi234)

If you are interested in getting your helmet painted by one of the best in the business, here is the place that does all our helmets and many of my friends too. First class job and they can do whatever design you want. Please tell them I sent you.

http://www.axcelfastgraphics.com
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Old Mar 4, 2002 | 07:23 PM
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amazing work; when i have some more money theyll be doing mine. For now its plain old white though
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