Where to buy '78 Yamaha DT-175 Sunshine Red paint

slagrec1

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• Aug 25, 2004

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Help, need to repaint the gas tank on my '78 Yamaha DT-175. The original color is Sunshine Red. Checked with these places with no luck :bang:

http://www.color-rite.com/
http://www.cyclecolor.com/motorcycle_paint56.htm
http://www.motorcyclepaintsupply.com/

If necessary I'll resort to having a shop "reverse-engineer" the color -- but I'm hoping someone knows a link I've missed. Thanks in advance.

 

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• Aug 28, 2004

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Have you tried a professional paint store for matching? In my area, several paint supplies can match anything you have. You'll have to use a "re-useable" aerosol sprayer and spray gun but you'll get good results with proper prep. Look for a Benjamin Moore or Pratt & Lambert distributor.

 

slagrec1

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• Aug 29, 2004

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Thanks, that sounds like a good next step! Now that you mention it there's also a Sherwin Williams nearby that handles automotive paint. Time to make a couple phone calls...

The related question is this: Removing the paint will means removing, and replacing the tank graphics. Is there an aftermarket place that everyone goes to for these items?

Thanks for any advice.

 

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Coop37

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• Sep 1, 2004

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Here is a picture of my unrestored 1978 dt175e



http://www.gomxracing.com/ppphp2/data/500/454DSCN0018_52_.JPG

Most good body shops should be able to match the paint, I have the enduro 175 stickers if you need them?

 

slagrec1

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• Sep 24, 2004

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Coop37: Yes, I'm looking for a set,e-mail sent to you.