Project Gretta....seat action.....
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Re: Project Gretta: The evolution of a confused '74 360
Yep, awesome show Alex!
And yeah, I think you're right Troy. The thing about the bowling ball paint is that it really needs clear to make it pop. I'll probably use a cheap rattle can clear just to get an idea. I want to see what it looks like. I'm working on a drawing of the tank to show what the stripe style I have in my head looks like. I'll scan it in and show it to you guys when I'm done. May be tomorrow before I get done...we'll see....
Yep, awesome show Alex!
And yeah, I think you're right Troy. The thing about the bowling ball paint is that it really needs clear to make it pop. I'll probably use a cheap rattle can clear just to get an idea. I want to see what it looks like. I'm working on a drawing of the tank to show what the stripe style I have in my head looks like. I'll scan it in and show it to you guys when I'm done. May be tomorrow before I get done...we'll see....
Re: Project Gretta: The evolution of a confused '74 360
to get that marble effect you can use cerahn wrap. Just lay your base coat and let that cure, then lay your top coat, while it is stil wet just wrap the tank in ceran wrap, pull it off after about 1 min .... it will dry to give you a marble effect... i have also done a water spot/mable effect on tanks and got awesome results!
but practice on something before shooting your tank
to get that marble effect you can use cerahn wrap. Just lay your base coat and let that cure, then lay your top coat, while it is stil wet just wrap the tank in ceran wrap, pull it off after about 1 min .... it will dry to give you a marble effect... i have also done a water spot/mable effect on tanks and got awesome results!
but practice on something before shooting your tank
Re: Project Gretta: The evolution of a confused '74 360
That was gonna be how I did it joe! Thanks for the tip brother! And Chris, I WILL be ordering your exhaust. I've just been getting some funds straight. I had to put a new head on the wife's car, but I should have the funds after Friday. I'm stoked about that ss beauty! Have no fear, there will be a fiaccone setup on gretta!
That was gonna be how I did it joe! Thanks for the tip brother! And Chris, I WILL be ordering your exhaust. I've just been getting some funds straight. I had to put a new head on the wife's car, but I should have the funds after Friday. I'm stoked about that ss beauty! Have no fear, there will be a fiaccone setup on gretta!
Docta Jones
Ryan
Re: Project Gretta: The evolution of a confused '74 360
My opinion is that the bowling ball effect will definitely look killer and vintage. You said it was sort of a bronze and not the red right? The picture in my head reminds me of 60's era Fender Mustang Guitars. I think that's definitely vintage. I say rock it!
My opinion is that the bowling ball effect will definitely look killer and vintage. You said it was sort of a bronze and not the red right? The picture in my head reminds me of 60's era Fender Mustang Guitars. I think that's definitely vintage. I say rock it!
Re: Project Gretta: The evolution of a confused '74 360
That's an awesome image comparison docta! I actually have a mustang but mine is teal blue with a white pearl pick guard.
The color will be bronze...very close to the frame color except metallic. It will have a black base coat to tie in the wheels (if I go this route). Ive done marble coats before, but I want to do a test swatch on some sheet metal to see how it looks together. I'm still giving it a chance!
Thanks for the encouragement brother!
That's an awesome image comparison docta! I actually have a mustang but mine is teal blue with a white pearl pick guard.
The color will be bronze...very close to the frame color except metallic. It will have a black base coat to tie in the wheels (if I go this route). Ive done marble coats before, but I want to do a test swatch on some sheet metal to see how it looks together. I'm still giving it a chance!
Thanks for the encouragement brother!
Re: Project Gretta: The evolution of a confused '74 360
Update time!
Got a bunch of stuff done today.
Finished painting the swingarm and took the frame and arm to my friend to get clear powdercoated.
I also finished the bodywork on the tank. It had some cast lined that needed removed. I then shot a coat of white primer on the seat and tank. I bought the paint for the tank and seat today, and am just waiting on the primer to cure so I can shoot it.
I shot a test swatch of the color today to see what it looks like, and I have decided to use just the colors. I love the combination, and don't want to overwhelm the bike with the bowling ball paint. I think it looks amazing as is. I also ordered some tank badges today. It's something different and I think they look damn cool. They're actually off of a Honda Shadow VLX custom. I think they put them on the sissy bar. It's a honda part, so I'm gonna rock it! I think it'll look sick on the tank side.
I have to give a shout out to MarcW on here. He sent me some great parts for my build and is just an all around awesome guy. If it weren't for him and Troybilt, there is a lot that wouldnt be done here on the ol girl. Thanks fellas! I'll pay it forward continually because of guys like you!
I shot some paint on some of the bike bits today too after blasting them in my cabinet. Odds and ends like the kickstand, the brake brackets and the rearset levers. They'll all be black. I used Rustoleum industrial gloss black. It's tough as nails...I imagine a lot like the appliance epoxy. I think it looks good,
The clutch cover got the JB weld put in the honda badge. It's gotta set over night and then I'll shoot it with the high heat wrinkle.
She's coming right along. I work tomorrow, so no progress, but I'm supposed to pick the frame back up Monday. Then I plan to shoot the skins.
I painted the fenders with rubberized undercoating on the bottom side, and when it dries, I'll use some glazing compound to get them smooth so I can paint all of the skins at one time.
Oh! I also ordered a custom Stainless 2:2 exhaust from ChrisF today. I'm stoked about that. I think it will really bring the bike together.
Well, that's all I think...If I forgot something I'll post it later. Hope you guys enjoy, and as always, comments are more than welcome! Have a good evening fellas!
The fender undercoating:
The painted bits. Bling!
The tank badges:
The primed tank and seat:
The test swatch. I love it! It's Miriam white from a Buick, and a color called Aztec dust that they use on Chevrolet SUVs.
More to come as always!!!
Update time!
Got a bunch of stuff done today.
Finished painting the swingarm and took the frame and arm to my friend to get clear powdercoated.
I also finished the bodywork on the tank. It had some cast lined that needed removed. I then shot a coat of white primer on the seat and tank. I bought the paint for the tank and seat today, and am just waiting on the primer to cure so I can shoot it.
I shot a test swatch of the color today to see what it looks like, and I have decided to use just the colors. I love the combination, and don't want to overwhelm the bike with the bowling ball paint. I think it looks amazing as is. I also ordered some tank badges today. It's something different and I think they look damn cool. They're actually off of a Honda Shadow VLX custom. I think they put them on the sissy bar. It's a honda part, so I'm gonna rock it! I think it'll look sick on the tank side.
I have to give a shout out to MarcW on here. He sent me some great parts for my build and is just an all around awesome guy. If it weren't for him and Troybilt, there is a lot that wouldnt be done here on the ol girl. Thanks fellas! I'll pay it forward continually because of guys like you!
I shot some paint on some of the bike bits today too after blasting them in my cabinet. Odds and ends like the kickstand, the brake brackets and the rearset levers. They'll all be black. I used Rustoleum industrial gloss black. It's tough as nails...I imagine a lot like the appliance epoxy. I think it looks good,
The clutch cover got the JB weld put in the honda badge. It's gotta set over night and then I'll shoot it with the high heat wrinkle.
She's coming right along. I work tomorrow, so no progress, but I'm supposed to pick the frame back up Monday. Then I plan to shoot the skins.
I painted the fenders with rubberized undercoating on the bottom side, and when it dries, I'll use some glazing compound to get them smooth so I can paint all of the skins at one time.
Oh! I also ordered a custom Stainless 2:2 exhaust from ChrisF today. I'm stoked about that. I think it will really bring the bike together.
Well, that's all I think...If I forgot something I'll post it later. Hope you guys enjoy, and as always, comments are more than welcome! Have a good evening fellas!
The fender undercoating:
The painted bits. Bling!
The tank badges:
The primed tank and seat:
The test swatch. I love it! It's Miriam white from a Buick, and a color called Aztec dust that they use on Chevrolet SUVs.
More to come as always!!!
boomshakalaka
Over 1,000 Posts
Re: Project Gretta: The evolution of a confused '74 360
ha, if I saw that emblem on a shadow Id think "wow thats cheesy" but I think when its re-appropriated to a cafe it could actually work.
ha, if I saw that emblem on a shadow Id think "wow thats cheesy" but I think when its re-appropriated to a cafe it could actually work.
Re: Project Gretta: The evolution of a confused '74 360
Wow man you've been so busy. Everything looks awesome and I can't wait till she's a roller. Once you get that frame back and the tins done it is going to start comming quick. I think that emblem is going to kick ass. It represents everything about this build that I love. It's right on edge and outside the box. It will ether kill it and be too much or just right and send it over the top. Gutsy is hard to do and I like that. Try it and if it doesn't work, ditch it and move on. So f'n cool to do a build that way! What a great motto.
Can't tell much from the swatches but they look like it could be cool. Tank and seat look smooth. All ready for paint. Can't wait!
Wow man you've been so busy. Everything looks awesome and I can't wait till she's a roller. Once you get that frame back and the tins done it is going to start comming quick. I think that emblem is going to kick ass. It represents everything about this build that I love. It's right on edge and outside the box. It will ether kill it and be too much or just right and send it over the top. Gutsy is hard to do and I like that. Try it and if it doesn't work, ditch it and move on. So f'n cool to do a build that way! What a great motto.
Can't tell much from the swatches but they look like it could be cool. Tank and seat look smooth. All ready for paint. Can't wait!
Re: Project Gretta: The evolution of a confused '74 360
Thanks Troy, that's a hellova compliment!
I don't know if the badges will work. I just feel like the tank will need something. That's a big tank with a big void just begging for something to fill it. We'll see. Sorry the swatches aren't great. They're just painted on an old garbage can to get an idea. Unfortunately he light was going away when I took them. I'll get some better ones. I will say though, it told me what I wanted to know. It's the right color combo! Hopefully I'll get to the paint on Sunday.
Thanks Troy, that's a hellova compliment!
I don't know if the badges will work. I just feel like the tank will need something. That's a big tank with a big void just begging for something to fill it. We'll see. Sorry the swatches aren't great. They're just painted on an old garbage can to get an idea. Unfortunately he light was going away when I took them. I'll get some better ones. I will say though, it told me what I wanted to know. It's the right color combo! Hopefully I'll get to the paint on Sunday.
CresentSon
Over 1,000 Posts
Re: Project Gretta: The evolution of a confused '74 360
Come on man, I love these badges for Gretta. The phoenix, rising from the ashes the way he drug this thing from the depths of the motorcycle abyss. Not to mention the fire bird searches for knowledge eternally, constantly moves forward until perfection is achieved, then explodes into a blaze of glory only to start the process again. I think the symbolism is spot on, plus their Honda parts.
I say rock 'em with pride!
Kanticoy said:The tank badges:
Come on man, I love these badges for Gretta. The phoenix, rising from the ashes the way he drug this thing from the depths of the motorcycle abyss. Not to mention the fire bird searches for knowledge eternally, constantly moves forward until perfection is achieved, then explodes into a blaze of glory only to start the process again. I think the symbolism is spot on, plus their Honda parts.
I say rock 'em with pride!
Re: Project Gretta: The evolution of a confused '74 360
Hell yeah crescent! You've gotta love the mythology of the Phoenix. I never Thoght of it in the bike terms though. That's awesome bro. The issue will be the size. I think they'll be perfect at about 4". We'll see! They're on their way. I appreciate the pep talk though man. Awesome stuff! 8)
Hell yeah crescent! You've gotta love the mythology of the Phoenix. I never Thoght of it in the bike terms though. That's awesome bro. The issue will be the size. I think they'll be perfect at about 4". We'll see! They're on their way. I appreciate the pep talk though man. Awesome stuff! 8)
Docta Jones
Ryan
Re: Project Gretta: The evolution of a confused '74 360
I've got a feeling those badges are going to look sweet. As with the rest of the bike. I can't wait to see it!
I've got a feeling those badges are going to look sweet. As with the rest of the bike. I can't wait to see it!
Re: Project Gretta: The evolution of a confused '74 360
Okay ladies and gents!
It's been a few days, but I haven't been slackin!
I got a lot done today. I've been working on body work with the fenders and on my project cage, a 1991 Chevy pickup bike hauler. Let's just put it this way, it's gonna have a giant 2' x 2' pinup on the tailgate. Nuff said!
Anyway, I finally got the swing arm painted after much laborious sanding, grinding and wire wheeling. There are a lot of nooks and crannies on that sucker! But the paint is laid, and she is off to powder with the frame. It should actually be done first thing Saturday morning, so I'll have pics. I did snap a picture of the swing arm though to put up for you guys pre clear powder.
The bigger news however, is that the color is on the tank and seat! Woot! It took lots of prep sanding, and wet sanding between coats to get her where she is, but after the final paint cures while I am at work tomorrow, it will be ready for a Halloween clear coat!
The badges BTW, are awesome! I love the way they look with the scheme I chose. I'll just let you guys judge by the pics. So here's the paint work as of an hour ago. I moved it into the house to cure for a day or so, but it's dry to the touch and beautiful. I couldn't be happier with the way it turned out.
So without further adieu.....THE PAINT!
The swingarm:
And the skins:
And the badges mockup:
Notice the "wing" theme on the tank. That comes from me just freehanding with pinstripes until I found something that looked good, and then it heit me how well that tied into the phoenix theme of the badges. Bikes talk to you and tell you what to do to them, I swear!
Still to come is black pinstriping around the stripe and clear coat. I also have to shoot the fenders. The body work on them didn't get done until this afternoon, and I was waiting for the filler primer to dry for a final wet sand. They'll get done so I can shoot clear all at one time.
I hope you guys dig it! I sure do! Lemme know what you all think, and have a wonderful evening fellas!!!
Okay ladies and gents!
It's been a few days, but I haven't been slackin!
I got a lot done today. I've been working on body work with the fenders and on my project cage, a 1991 Chevy pickup bike hauler. Let's just put it this way, it's gonna have a giant 2' x 2' pinup on the tailgate. Nuff said!
Anyway, I finally got the swing arm painted after much laborious sanding, grinding and wire wheeling. There are a lot of nooks and crannies on that sucker! But the paint is laid, and she is off to powder with the frame. It should actually be done first thing Saturday morning, so I'll have pics. I did snap a picture of the swing arm though to put up for you guys pre clear powder.
The bigger news however, is that the color is on the tank and seat! Woot! It took lots of prep sanding, and wet sanding between coats to get her where she is, but after the final paint cures while I am at work tomorrow, it will be ready for a Halloween clear coat!
The badges BTW, are awesome! I love the way they look with the scheme I chose. I'll just let you guys judge by the pics. So here's the paint work as of an hour ago. I moved it into the house to cure for a day or so, but it's dry to the touch and beautiful. I couldn't be happier with the way it turned out.
So without further adieu.....THE PAINT!
The swingarm:
And the skins:
And the badges mockup:
Notice the "wing" theme on the tank. That comes from me just freehanding with pinstripes until I found something that looked good, and then it heit me how well that tied into the phoenix theme of the badges. Bikes talk to you and tell you what to do to them, I swear!
Still to come is black pinstriping around the stripe and clear coat. I also have to shoot the fenders. The body work on them didn't get done until this afternoon, and I was waiting for the filler primer to dry for a final wet sand. They'll get done so I can shoot clear all at one time.
I hope you guys dig it! I sure do! Lemme know what you all think, and have a wonderful evening fellas!!!
boomshakalaka
Over 1,000 Posts
Re: Project Gretta: The evolution of a confused '74 360
I like the badge! It makes the bike look like a decepticon! haha
I like the badge! It makes the bike look like a decepticon! haha
