I'm modding a bud's 2008 AVL Classic 500 and I am definitely not an experienced painter.
Currently bobbing the rear mudguard, and have removed all the paint, black shit beneath, and the grayish coating (whatever it is) to get it down to raw metal.
Dents are pretty well knocked out and smoothed, and after sanding with 220 grit front-to-back it has a really nice "brushed metal" look that is just what the customer ordered.
Since I've been handling bare metal on both the front and rear mudguards I wear Latex gloves so my skin oils don't etch the metal, but naturally the ambient humidity from the monsoons, and any extraneous moisture will cause the bare metal to rust.
I've been looking for a rust inhibitor that stays clear after application (used as a Primer Coat) and is suitable for light sanding, but so far all I've been able to find is stuff that goes on clear, and then turns black.
So...two questions:
1. Any suggestions for the kind of rust inhibitor I'm looking for?
2. Or can I simply use several clear coats to get the desired protection?
Thanks in advance.
Helo / Dan