model 14 paint

Information relating to the Matchless G2 or AJS Model 14 250cc Lightweight
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garden
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model 14 paint

Post by garden »

can anyone tell colour code of blue for
frame number 15517 year 1962 model 14
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Rob Harknett
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model 14 paint

Post by Rob Harknett »

Are you refering to the metalic type of blue.
If so that may be difficult to achieve. I am not sure about this, but having seen how this finish wears off, it appears this early form of metalic finish was achieved first by applying a base coat of silver, second a very thin coating of the colour so the silver is still visable. Then I guess a clear coat. I assume this as I have a G2CSR that was worn down over a large area showing the silver colour. I tried to match the metalic effect, although the colour was something near original, it was a much more dense metalic finnish.
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