Kill switch fading

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Viper3 · #1 Unread post by **Viper3** » Thu May 15, 2008 1:47 am

Hey everyone,

I just got a used bike and the kill switch isn't as red as i'd like it to be. I could always buy a new one, but i'd rather consider alternatives if anyone has any. I don't know if painting it will make it look cheap. Any suggestions? Thanks.

-Ryan

#2 Unread post by **Skier** » Thu May 15, 2008 4:49 am

You may be able to find a bright red plastic dye. The switch assembly will require disassembling, which may be a lot of work.

NorthernPete · Thu May 15, 2008 5:17 pm

buy a new one if youre worried about looks, or paint it first and see what it looks like...use a high quality paint.

Flipper · #4 Unread post by **Flipper** » Thu May 15, 2008 6:00 pm

Nail Polish.

There are lots of reds to choose from, It's cheap, comes with it's own brush and is quite durable.

Viper3 · #5 Unread post by **Viper3** » Fri May 16, 2008 2:22 am

Nail Polish actually sounds like a good idea. Do you know anyone that has done this?

#6 Unread post by **dr_bar** » Fri May 16, 2008 8:44 am

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7B7bVD_DkM4

Flipper · #7 Unread post by **Flipper** » Sat May 17, 2008 4:48 am

Viper3 wrote:Nail Polish actually sounds like a good idea. Do you know anyone that has done this?

I used it as touch up paint on a red Toyota I use to own.
It worked great on those little dings. I was able to match the color almost exactly.
Don't forget to use a clear topcoat for that professional finish.
All kidding aside, I think it word work great.