Tank Bondo

[Brushman]

I know that some painters completely bondo a motorcycle tank before paint. I hear this is done to make the surface smooth. Does anyone know how this is done and what are the materials needed? I am new to the Flame Board so if I'm not doing this right help me.

 

[rex]

Welcome to the board.Most of the time parts that are skimcoated with mud are aftermarket pieces.Most factory pieces are pretty decent unless you want it 'perfect'.Either way it's a bit of work.Before I start rambling again what are you doing?

 

[Brushman]

I have a friend who put together a kit bike and he wants me to do the painting. I have done several paint jobs but have never been asked to bondo first

 

[Jim]

I used Everlast glaze,It has alum. dust instead of talc and is very flowable.the color is determined by the color of hardener you use,blue,red,green whatever.you can also build a little if you have to.it cures in about 20 minutes and sands like drywall mud,very easy!They make a regular filler also but it's thicker and doesn't flow as well.Just make sure you epoxy the tank first.Lay your mud then reprime.