1. Husqvarna Motorcycles Made In Sweden - About 1988 and older

exhaust paint. best products?

Discussion in 'Vintage/Left Kickers' started by megagobby, Oct 20, 2010.

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  1. megagobby Husqvarna
    B Class

    Location:
    croydon, london ,uk
    im looking at spraying my 250 front pipe. as you all know it gets very hot. just would like to know what is the best product on the market for long lasting finish?. im looking at pj1 withstands up to 500f . would this be ok ? maybe it would burn off in time ? any ideas thankyou all:thumbsup:
    megagobby, Oct 20, 2010
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  2. megagobby Husqvarna
    B Class

    Location:
    croydon, london ,uk
    i have seen another. vht caliper paint which withstands up to 900f . i dont really know how hot exhaust will get so i dont know which tempature to go for
    megagobby, Oct 20, 2010
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  3. White Husky Husqvarna
    AA Class

    Location:
    UK
    Painting the exhaust is on my list of things to do. The paint on my XC500 header burned straight off on its first run so I'd say it gets very very hot. Bear in mind it's still hot enough to melt side panels by the time it gets back to the stinger.

    I think PJ1 do a fast black paint rated to 816 Celsius. That's what's on my Christmas present wish-list!
    White Husky, Oct 20, 2010
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  4. ruwfo Administrator

    Location:
    NJ
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    1980 390CR, 1982 430CR, 1984 400WR
    Other Motorcycles:
    1985 250XC, 2016 FJ-09
    Actual i've been using regular semi-gloss Rustoleum on all my racing bikes. I start them up & run them for a few mins when i put them back
    on the bike,to dry the paint totally.

    Then I use Meguiars Natural Shine , sort of a Armour All type spray. This stuff is the greatest stuff since sliced bread, spray it all over the motor, makes it look great & it's not greasy like Armour all & doesn't leave stains when you wash the bike.

    My painted pipes easily last a couple of seasons, most needs repainting
    from dirt & rocks beat the paint up,then from heat. Maybe it's the Meguiars i don't know,but for my race bikes $4 spray paint sure beats
    $10 for the high temp stuff.

    here's my 83 XC

    Husky John

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    ruwfo, Oct 20, 2010
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  5. rajobigguy Administrator

    Location:
    So.Cal.
    VHT header/exhaust paint can withstand 1300 degrees intermitent. If you really wan to keep it nice for a long time you should consider having it aluminized or ceramic coated. The ceramic coating will also keep more of the heat inside the pipe which is potentially good for performance and helps reduce burns.
    rajobigguy, Oct 20, 2010
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  6. wrx Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    845 newyork
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    1973 to 1986 husky's various models
    Other Motorcycles:
    RM -250 / Buell / Penton 400 mc5
    RUTLAND STOVE PAINT. can be purchased @ lowes or home depot. $8.00 a can.
    wrx, Oct 20, 2010
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  7. frog Husqvarna
    AA Class

    Location:
    MN
    I love PJ1 high temp paint/coatings just turns out great every time!
    frog, Oct 21, 2010
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  8. megagobby Husqvarna
    B Class

    Location:
    croydon, london ,uk
    im going to give , simoniz vht it withstands 1200cf . and i will let u know how it goes thanks all :thumbsup:
    megagobby, Oct 21, 2010
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  9. endurokids Husqvarna
    AA Class

    Location:
    Wisconsin
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    250WRX, CR167, 83 430WR, TE449
    Other Motorcycles:
    75 Guzzi 850T
    I have all of my pipes ceramic "jet coated".
    Ive raced my 83 XC250 for 3 years now and its only now starting to show signs on the head pipe area. About 85% looks new still.
    endurokids, Oct 22, 2010
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  10. mike328 Husqvarna
    AA Class

    Location:
    colorado
    I just restored my '71 400 and HT semi gloss was used on the expansion chamber.. I 'seasoned' it ..let engine run & dry etc...
    been riding it maybe a couple hours and the paint is getting a dull look, will probably need painting again in a yr or so..

    additionally I had my Bultaco alpina exhaust ceramic coated..yes it holds heat in, but its a very thin coating and really not durable for motorcycles...(cars yes) but exposed pipes going thru bramble bushes etc...scratches/damages exhausts

    my opinion: The ceramic is more durable but costs more..and when weighing the difference and the frequency refinishing will be needed...
    I think paint is preferred..

    I have photos of the exhausts on my restoration thread: http://www.cafehusky.com/forums/showthread.php?t=11439
    mike328, Oct 23, 2010
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  11. megagobby Husqvarna
    B Class

    Location:
    croydon, london ,uk
    do you have any pictures of the ceramic coatings ? iam looking into getting mine done. just would like to know the finish. does it have to be polished up after? not too sure of process. thanks
    megagobby, Oct 24, 2010
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  12. mike328 Husqvarna
    AA Class

    Location:
    colorado
    I had my alpina exhaust coated in Satin finish.. you can see it in my post..I attached above
    Also check out this site,,

    http://jet-hot.com/
    mike328, Oct 24, 2010
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  13. Parh 474 Husqvarna
    AA Class

    Location:
    Newbury Park, CA
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    '73 Cr125, '06 Cr125/144
    Other Motorcycles:
    Ossa, Bultaco, Puch, Maico, AJS, Yam
    I've been using VHT Cylinder paint. Works well, goes on semi-gloss and goes a little more matte after it cooks a bit. Looks factory with the semi flat finish.
    Parh 474, Nov 29, 2010
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  14. mike328 Husqvarna
    AA Class

    Location:
    colorado


    Parh...What Brand?...also do you have any links to find it?
    mike328, Nov 30, 2010
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  15. HuskyT Moderator

    Location:
    Corona, California
    Where do you get the VHT in California? WHo carries it?

    T
    HuskyT, Nov 30, 2010
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  16. rajobigguy Administrator

    Location:
    So.Cal.
    rajobigguy, Nov 30, 2010
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  17. stainlesscycle1 Husqvarna
    A Class

    Location:
    morgantown, wv
    i've done ceramic/vht/rustoleum bbq paint on various bikes. bang for the buck - the rustoleum works great for 1-2 years. the ceramic lasts a long time but damage is impossible to touch up. if i'm gonna ride it - rustoleum or vht. if it's for restoration (of course not period correct) ceramic coat.
    stainlesscycle1, Dec 2, 2010
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  18. Parh 474 Husqvarna
    AA Class

    Location:
    Newbury Park, CA
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    '73 Cr125, '06 Cr125/144
    Other Motorcycles:
    Ossa, Bultaco, Puch, Maico, AJS, Yam
    I get it from Chaparral in San Berdino. I think they actaully call it VHT Barrel paint. Its got a picture of Triumph barrels on it.
    Parh 474, Dec 5, 2010
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  19. megagobby Husqvarna
    B Class

    Location:
    croydon, london ,uk
    i think i have found it on fleabay. is it 288oc paint ?
    megagobby, Feb 20, 2011
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  20. Green Mile Husqvarna

    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    1984 WR400
    Other Motorcycles:
    198? XC250
    i just picked this bike up is this a xc250 and what year

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    Green Mile, Feb 9, 2014
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