Frame paint options

[NeilM]

I have a 653 Rourke frame which is in need of a repaint as it is going to become my winter steel bike.

Ordinarily I would go straight to Argos as they are local and do a super job, but their prices have gone up to £160 for a frame, which for a straight single plain colour I think is a fair amount.

So, are there cheaper options for paint, Vernon Barker for instance; that would involve the phaff of boxing and sending and then having it sent back and all that, or maybe find a good quality powder coater, there are loads of them around here.

It is a very light frame and I want it to stay that way, but I also want a good degree of protection.

Your thoughts and experiences please.

 

[The History Man]

Back to these guys?

http://www.realitymotorworks.co.uk/

 

[NeilM]

Re:

Ahh yes, the crazy laid back dude.

Good call, thanks.

 

[Nob]

A quality frame deserves a qualiity paint job so stick with Argos

 

[JSH]

Re:

Have you tried Jason Rourke? Always does a good job

 

[NeilM]

Re: Re:

Have you tried Jason Rourke?

Not yet, I'm just seeking suggestions.

I did look at the web site, but didn't see any prices.

 

[Retro Spud]

Re: Re:

Ahh yes, the crazy laid back dude.

Good call, thanks.

You’ve been to Reality as well then, Griff’s a top guy but very relaxed
Work appears top draw quality
Should be getting the Rock Lobster back next week so we’ll see

 

[NeilM]

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Should be getting the Rock Lobster back next week so we’ll see

I can never read that name without the B52's immediately springing to mind.

I dropped a frame off there for THM a while ago, and as a (slightly lapsed) custom motorcycle builder, visiting was like walking into Aladdin's Cave.