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Old Nov 4, 2009 | 02:23 AM
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Alright fellas...My new (to me ) Big Radius pipes just showed up...how should I paint them(if at all)?

A) All black
B) All chrome
c) Front Shields Black only
D) Rear Shields Black only
 
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Paint just the front half
 
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Originally Posted by Hawaii-Five-Jo
Paint just the front half

Thats what Im leaning towards but Im ntt sure If It will look right.
 
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Old Nov 4, 2009 | 02:42 AM
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Test it the getto way wrap the front shields in masking tape spray it black and see if you like it, then if its a go paint it for real
 
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Spray the top first one, then the lower back one ...... haha
 
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I voted for all black. But personally I like your current pipes better.

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Old Nov 4, 2009 | 07:30 AM
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I'm glad you finally got them.
 
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Black 'em or tape 'em.
 
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Originally Posted by Theo
I'm glad you finally got them.

Thanks Theo they look better in person! Any opinions on painting them?
 
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i think i would wrap em and leave silver tips for a bit until i thought or see something better.........
like your pipes on your bike that you have already aswell
 
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