frame primer question

[Baby Andrew]

I have a frame that i used a grey primer on...however, i want to paint the bike red and realized i should have put a red primer on so the red will POP with the red primer undertones. My question is...should i sand the entire frame down to bare metal again or can i spray the red primer over the grey primer...maybe use two or three coats to really cover it up???


Also....i have an original red schwinn seat i plan on using...the seat is somewhat dirty, any tips on how to clean it up?


thanks

 

[elvis51]

if you want the red to really POP, im guessing your wanting it to be a very bright brilliant red, then paint the frame white over top of your primer and thatll make the red stand out strong. hope that helps

Easy E

 

[redeyerat]

If your using clear base red the grey primer will be easier to cover then the white primer. :wink:

 

[Rustinkerer]

Also....i have an original red schwinn seat i plan on using...the seat is somewhat dirty, any tips on how to clean it up?

My preferred method is that Purple cleaner/degreaser that you can get at auto parts stores/hardware home centers etc. Give it a spray, let it soak in for a minute, then scrub it lightly with a soft bristle brush, and rinse thoroughly. Gotta do it outside, that stuff will close up your throat! I also use it on grips. ~Adam

 

[Baby Andrew]

thanks for all the of the helpful responses! i ended up just using a red primer over the grey primer. the bike turned out amazing! still letting the paint dry/cure. i get the parts for it wednesday, and will assemble it and pick up all the other parts the week after. hopefully i can find some riding time during this rainy Portland weather!