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

Suggestions on pipe finishes and stuffing?

Discussion in 'Vintage Restoration Projects' started by Ohio175WR, Nov 13, 2013.

  1. Ohio175WR Husqvarna

    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    1974 175WR
    Other Motorcycles:
    Kawasaki KV-75
    I have a nice original pipe with no dents, original paint with some rust. Whats the best coating for correct color and durability? What's the best silencer material?
    Ohio175WR, Nov 13, 2013
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  2. disonny Husqvarna
    AA Class

    Location:
    upstate ny
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    73 360 wr/rt, 75 wr250 78 cr250,
    Other Motorcycles:
    83 wr250, 84 wr400
    I use a high temp semi gloss black. It's just my taste. I use Moose silencer packing but i'm sure they are all the same.
    disonny, Nov 13, 2013
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  3. Motosportz CH Sponsor

    Location:
    Vancouver WA
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    2021 TE250i, 570 Berg, 500 KTM, 790R
    Other Motorcycles:
    many
    I have found the stove / BBQ paint works well on 2 stroke pipes.

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    Motosportz, Nov 13, 2013
    #3

  4. Xcuvator Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    Scholls Oregon
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    TE450,610 WB165,WR250 WR360 & XC430
    Other Motorcycles:
    yes
    I spray this stuff on then buff it with steel wool to get a satin look. Easier to clean that a flat finish.

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    Xcuvator, Nov 13, 2013
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  5. 84scrambler Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    mid Florida
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    87 xc 250, 85 wrx 250, 79 wr 250
    Grill paint will always dry flat. If you want it glossy or semi gloss go with hi temp engine paint black of course . It looks really good after a few rides (not so new looking ) get it at any auto parts store.
    84scrambler, Nov 13, 2013
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  6. Motosportz CH Sponsor

    Location:
    Vancouver WA
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    2021 TE250i, 570 Berg, 500 KTM, 790R
    Other Motorcycles:
    many

    The stuff I used was not flat but satin or semi gloss, looked about right to me and was stinking durable.
    Motosportz, Nov 13, 2013
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  7. 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 available a Home Depot $7.00 a can. FMF or Moose silencer packing $4.95 a bag.
    wrx, Nov 15, 2013
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