Black paint around headlights.

Col996s · 30-Jan-2011, 12:50

Whilst my headlights are out (fitting dig. dash) I thought I'd re paint the black paint around the headlights. I've touched this up before but it always seems to flake off and looks a mess.
Anyone any idea what is a good black paint to use that will stay there?

Thanks

antonye · 30-Jan-2011, 16:11

To be honest I don't think it makes any difference as it's paint on glass - without proper chemical primers it will never stick correctly.

Col996s · 30-Jan-2011, 16:15

Cheers Ant.
I guess the best that can be done is to degrease thoughly.

smilo006 · 30-Jan-2011, 16:19

i just use black tape. Although not original if you use one with a strong adhesive then it works pretty well.

Col996s · 30-Jan-2011, 19:02

Quote:

Originally Posted by smilo006

i just use black tape. Although not original if you use one with a strong adhesive then it works pretty well.

Good idea, I might give that a try.

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30-Jan-2011, 16:15	#3
Col996s Registered Forum User Ducati Meccanica Bikes: 996S Posts: 2,320 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: chelmsford Mood: Waiting for the warmer weather. Cheers Ant. I guess the best that can be done is to degrease thoughly. Reply

30-Jan-2011, 16:19	#4
smilo006 Registered Forum User 500SD Bikes: CBR 600F2-(Ishikawa), Blade RRS-(Baba San), 996s-(Tambo), 996R-(Tambo), MV f1000 312-Tambo Posts: 704 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Denmark - UK Mood: I like my bike i just use black tape. Although not original if you use one with a strong adhesive then it works pretty well. Reply