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  • You're Gonna Want One of These!

    http://wtfleak.com/printing-with-wat...ew-technology/

    Mike
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  • #2
    That’s really cool; I wonder how durable it is.

    The other Earl
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    • #3
      These guys are about 2hrs. North of me.

      http://www.pahydrographics.com/patte...gner-images-2/

      I'm gonna try them on my Virago's tank, fenders & side covers when I get done with my SF.
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      1984 XV700L Virago (to be hot-modded)
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      • #4
        Certainly the prices are reasonable, I would want to know how durable, etc., but it sure looks good.
        Ole Jack
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        • #5
          Durability

          Originally posted by xs11jack View Post
          Certainly the prices are reasonable, I would want to know how durable, etc., but it sure looks good.
          Ole Jack
          One would think that if they would print this onto a wheel or other (car, bike) metal/plastic parts, that the material was designed to last. I have not had experience with these applications, so I don't know for sure. Am curious to find out.

          Mike
          1981 XS1100H Venturer
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          ACCT
          Custom Paint by Deitz
          Geezer Rectifier/Regulator
          Chacal Stainless Steel Braided Brake Lines
          Chrome Front Rotor & Caliper Covers
          Stebel Nautilus Horn
          EBC Front Rotors
          Limie Accent Moves On In 2015

          Mike

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          • #6
            I think you still clear coat the hydro graphics afterwards.
            Nathan
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            • #7
              This process has been used on rifle stocks and shotguns for some years now. It seem to be quite durable. Unless you get certain solvents on them.
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              • #8
                OCC Did this process on a chopper (The Money Bike...Talkin' bout the Benjamins!!) a few years ago. They made a very very similar print to $100 bill and had the tank and a few other parts coated with this process.

                As for Durability, go to their website, they have a video of dude scrubbing the finish with a wire brush, and it does not hurt it. Also hammering on it, no damage done.
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