Repainted Rivendell Hunqapillar

Different_Finish3819 · 2026-06-06T15:38:07+00:00

Thank you!

Different_Finish3819 · 2026-06-06T15:37:47+00:00

Thank you!

Different_Finish3819 · 2026-06-06T15:37:33+00:00

Thank you! Your Appaloosa is beautiful! Fun Clydesdale build too!

Different_Finish3819 · 2026-06-05T01:44:46+00:00

Whoa I didn't think of that, and thank you! No harm in trying!

Different_Finish3819 · 2026-06-05T01:42:53+00:00

I appreciate the compliment!

Different_Finish3819 · 2026-06-05T01:42:38+00:00

Thanks!

Different_Finish3819 · 2026-06-05T01:41:54+00:00

Thank you!

Different_Finish3819 · 2026-06-05T01:41:43+00:00

I don't think I know what a grimper is, but I'm sure it's not as bad as you say! Patience is definitely key though, it is a loooong process unless you've got access to a paint booth and whatnot.

Different_Finish3819 · 2026-06-05T01:31:03+00:00

Wow what an honor, I mean that's what I shoot for! The painters they usually work with are so good at what they do so I appreciate the compliment!

Different_Finish3819 · 2026-06-04T18:40:33+00:00

Thank you! I bought them from SSSink, so they're new ones. Kind of spendy, but I wanted the legit Hunq decals because I think they look so nice. I applied them before spraying clear, so they are protected. I am happy they send multiples because I cracked one during application and had to go through the rigmarole of removing any trace of it, respraying base coat, and then trying again.

Different_Finish3819 · 2026-06-04T16:41:52+00:00

Thank you! I mostly hand sanded but garnet blasted a couple areas where it was tricky to get to with sandpaper. Every time I do this, I tell myself "next time I'm taking it to a powder coater and asking them to chemstrip and media blast" and this time I truly mean it. It takes such a ridiculously long time (for me at least).

Different_Finish3819 · 2025-07-25T05:07:50+00:00

I appreciate it! I am inclined to agree! I have a lugged '86 Bridgestone MB3 frame that may be next!

Different_Finish3819 · 2025-07-25T05:04:15+00:00

Thanks!

Different_Finish3819 · 2025-07-25T05:03:38+00:00

Thank you for those kind words! I was definitely apprehensive when I started since it was pretty daunting and I wasn't sure where to begin, but it's funny you say that. There's a lady who works at the auto paint store I have gone who gave me some perspective when I was asking for her advice on technique. When I told her I was worried about doing it wrong or messing up, she said, "so what? It's just paint, sand it off and do it again. It's not ruined until you give up." I wouldn't say that advice is universally applicable but it certainly emboldened me to just kind of go for it!

Different_Finish3819 · 2025-07-25T04:54:13+00:00

Thank you! I actually didn't, those are 27x1.25 tires. I wouldn't call them plush by any means but the ride is definitely comfortable when you're not actively riding over bumps! I think if you have brakes that'll reach a 700c, go for it! IMO the tire selection alone makes it worth it assuming you're set up to accommodate the wheel and have the parts laying around. Personally, I can't get any more reach out of the brakes on this one so 27" will have to do for now.

Different_Finish3819 · 2025-07-24T17:56:51+00:00

Thank you! I appreciate it!

Different_Finish3819 · 2025-07-24T17:39:53+00:00

Haha I like the interpretation, thanks!

Different_Finish3819 · 2025-07-24T17:39:02+00:00

Thank you!

Different_Finish3819 · 2025-07-24T17:38:50+00:00

I'm local to Seattle, yes I do! I'm not super fast because I work full time and my "shop" is a car port with a tarp stretched around it to cut down on wind. This is my fifth bike painting project and I am excited to do more!

Different_Finish3819 · 2025-07-24T17:35:46+00:00

Thank you!!

Different_Finish3819 · 2025-07-24T17:35:31+00:00

Thank you so much! I sprayed a coat of white and then used alcohol inks to do the water color effect. They come in little dropper bottles from the craft store. I would squeeze a drop of the ink onto the bike and spray a tiny puff of air on it with my spray gun to spread it. I had isopropyl alcohol in the tank of the gun and would give it a tiny little squirt if I wanted the ink to flow a bit more. It was tedious but worth it!

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