Restoring painted, faded, oxidized motorcycle plastic.

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  • @jerrycleveland2812
    @jerrycleveland2812 4 года назад +21

    Excellent advice for polypropylene (soft) dirt bike plastics. I've done scraping and sanding all the way to wet sanding with 2000 grit sandpaper and then heat-treating the plastic surface but the real key is the lambswool buffer shown in this video. I got a 7-inch buffing pad and a lambswool buffer at Harbor Freight for my angle grinder just to polish vintage motorcycle plastics. Phenomenal! Finished up with Meguiar's new Hybrid Ceramic Liquid Wax and my 36-year-old plastics are improved 1000%. Thanks!

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  4 года назад +1

      You are correct the lambswool buffing wheel is what makes it shine.

  • @KevinPatz-pn2gs
    @KevinPatz-pn2gs Год назад +4

    Great info! I usually start on the plastics first before the wife sees the latest POS I just snuck in the side yard!

  • @floridagliderpilot7525
    @floridagliderpilot7525 6 лет назад +8

    This is awesome... I'm restoring the 1980 KD80 I learned to ride on as a kid so I can give it to my daughter ... plastic is white and oxidized. This will work!

    • @SVTsupercharged
      @SVTsupercharged 5 лет назад

      Use bleach or Ajax, it works really well on white plastics.

    • @lukeinkson
      @lukeinkson 4 года назад

      How did you go? I'm about to pull my own childhood KD80 out of the shed and do the same!

  • @donsass2443
    @donsass2443 6 лет назад +22

    Excellent tutorial on your procedure for plastic resto. It definitely is a labor of love, when it comes to us vintage moto guys👍🏁

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  6 лет назад +3

      Don Sass Thanks. Gives me a good feeling inside when I restore these old machines that made the sport what it is today.

  • @robertsothmann8110
    @robertsothmann8110 3 года назад +2

    That fender looks beautiful!

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  3 года назад

      Yes the process works well. The more time you spend on it the better it looks

  • @patrick5407
    @patrick5407 6 лет назад +2

    I don’t often comment on videos but I must say this was so helpful I’m going to use it

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  6 лет назад

      Great to hear.

  • @guesswho2237
    @guesswho2237 4 года назад +1

    People don’t realize how much time this takes. Great job and good video

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  4 года назад

      If you cant buy new plastic, it is the only option.

  • @nahvideos857
    @nahvideos857 5 лет назад +3

    Thank you so much for the great info and tutorial! I’m restoring a Honda ATC 350X and will do this procedure for sure! Doing it this way definitely takes time but I’m sure you have way more pride in the finished product.

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  5 лет назад

      When new plastic is not available anymore, this is about the only way to do it. 350x is something i am going to look for in the future. be a great restoration project.

  • @dearbooze
    @dearbooze 6 лет назад

    Great how-to video. I'm restoring an 84 CR80R partly because of your videos.

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  6 лет назад

      Thanks, thats great to hear. CR80 is a great little bike. They rip.

  • @davinlyda1461
    @davinlyda1461 6 лет назад +2

    Sanding the plastics is the best way to restore them. I have done a few sets of plastics this way and they always turn out great. This process works great on newer plastics just so you know. Keep up the good work!

    • @PerfectedToast
      @PerfectedToast 6 лет назад

      Davin Lyda how should I go about it? Wet sanding with high grit?

    • @davinlyda1461
      @davinlyda1461 6 лет назад

      Yes high grit. I like to use soap water. As for the grit I start at 400 and work my way up to 1500. And then I polish it with car buffer

    • @rageagainstthetoymachine2410
      @rageagainstthetoymachine2410 6 лет назад

      did you just straight up sand them or did you start with a razor blade like the guy in this video? wanna do this but I'm a little nervous about the blade but I'm confident I could sand them/heat gun em no problems..

    • @davinlyda1461
      @davinlyda1461 6 лет назад

      It just depends on how bad they are and how much time you want to spend on it. I have done some where I don’t use a razor blade and some where I do. It just depends on how bad it is.

    • @roadjokers1119
      @roadjokers1119 6 лет назад

      Davin Lyda do you see a bunch of scuff makes when you sand it ?

  • @irod2821
    @irod2821 2 года назад

    Luv the heat gun trick. Great job, thank you for sharing👍👏👏

  • @billschafer4147
    @billschafer4147 5 лет назад +9

    Great informative video. I have an '87 CR500 that's gonna need a lot of this. Definitely time intensive. But we gotta do what we gotta do.
    Thx

  • @maw2044
    @maw2044 2 года назад

    Thank you, I asked about this process on a couple of moto sites and I got some good advice but not the details you gave. I cannot wait until I give it a try to see what my gas tank will look like on my Honda 87 CR500. Thanks...

  • @delinquense
    @delinquense 3 года назад +1

    Wow. That's a lot of work for one piece. I think I'll just buy one....

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  3 года назад

      Some plastic is no longer available so you are left with no choice.

  • @billsmith9610
    @billsmith9610 6 лет назад +12

    Cool. I used to do this 30 years ago. It was in magazines back then and i did a lot of bikes . Started to just buy new.

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  6 лет назад +1

      Can't get same quality plastic for the early 80's bikes. Late 80 and on UFO makes the closest

    • @MotoFamMayhem
      @MotoFamMayhem 5 лет назад

      @@TNTMOTO I think Cyrca makes pretty good AM plastics also IMO

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  5 лет назад +1

      @@MotoFamMayhem You cant get good quality and fit plastic for some years anymore

    • @budandbean1
      @budandbean1 5 лет назад +1

      Totally agree! I tried hard to get some replacement plastic even close to the same consistency and deep color as the originals to no avail. Have started using this process with several sets of plastics so far and getting ready to try it again... Right now I have a wonderfully intact, non scratched or gouged but horribly sun faded, set of plastics for a 1978 Yamaha YZ80 and I’ll be starting to work in them this weekend. I’ve been watching eBay now for close to ten years looking for a NOS set of plastic for this bike, particularly a rear fender to no avail... Thank you so much for a really exceptional video!

  • @wl4901
    @wl4901 5 лет назад +5

    The quality of your vids have gone up since you started. Keep it up

    • @delinquense
      @delinquense 3 года назад

      Especially considering that you live at the end of a runway ...😆

  • @quintonh8026
    @quintonh8026 4 месяца назад

    Thanks!

  • @len4709
    @len4709 4 года назад

    Nice video! I have a 88 Honda trax300. Replaced the rear fender because it was original and too damaged. But the front was replaced maybe 15 years ago but totally needs this. I'll be working on it! Thanks again for your very informative video!

  • @dillonbentley3832
    @dillonbentley3832 6 лет назад +3

    Thanks man. I’m gonna try this with my black plastics that have turned almost grey from the sun.

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  6 лет назад +1

      Interested to here how it works out for you. I have not tried black yet but should work the same

  • @robertwoods2505
    @robertwoods2505 3 года назад

    That final result is just incredible. Great job!

  • @cj64crosser
    @cj64crosser 5 лет назад +8

    Brilliant, I'm impressed 😃 I'll be having a go myself now! Thank's for the insight. Best regards Chris

  • @eschrader
    @eschrader 3 года назад

    Any ideas if I should be afraid of light sanding on a yamaha WR 500 gas tank? They supposedly had a coat of lamination around them to hold the graphics on better.

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  3 года назад +1

      I don't have an answer for you. But that is a rare bike so don't take any chances.

  • @TR-cs4tf
    @TR-cs4tf 6 лет назад +3

    Great vid. I have been similarly restoring plastics for a while but never used heat until the end. Also buffing with sheep's wool looks like a good way to bring out the shine. I will add both steps on my next resto. Thanks.

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  6 лет назад

      Let me know how the process works out for you. Always interested to hear what it has done for other's plastic.

  • @rubberneckrides5940
    @rubberneckrides5940 6 лет назад +5

    That turned out amazing, I’ll definitely use this method. Thanks

  • @justinritter7925
    @justinritter7925 Год назад

    Great job man! I cannot wait to try this on my '87 CR500 plastics!

  • @jordoman100
    @jordoman100 2 года назад

    i find a block plane or a spokeshave on the most shallow setting works great. liked and subscribed. :)

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  2 года назад +1

      Thankyou, I will look into that.

  • @jamessharp9790
    @jamessharp9790 5 лет назад +5

    Wow man I’ve been humbled ! Fantastic work bro ! Respect!

  • @stephenformosamalta
    @stephenformosamalta 3 года назад

    I followed your process however i cannot get rid from the sand paper stretches from the 400 grit. Didn't go through the polishing process yet.

  • @depechdm
    @depechdm 2 года назад

    Thank you for sharing all of that hard work do. The results were just amazing!

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  2 года назад

      Thank you very much for watching

  • @tyroneclarke1666
    @tyroneclarke1666 4 года назад

    Thank you for showing us how to repair soft plastic. Hard plastic buffs up easily but not the soft stuff. Regards🇦🇺

  • @Micscience
    @Micscience 5 лет назад

    I learned my lesson. I won't waste time removing the paint it isn't necessary. Just sand the paint down smooth the full paint removal is just extra work.

  • @Drigo103
    @Drigo103 3 года назад

    Wow bro that was impressive.. I have 11 bikes to do ooooofff!!!!

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  3 года назад

      Be careful with the heat. Its not required but helps speed things up

  • @michaelorozco8809
    @michaelorozco8809 3 года назад

    I have a 95 banshee and have tried so many products and buffing pads to try to shine them up and nothing has worked for me but I think it’s bc my plastic aren’t even bad I just want them really shiny since I’m used to the results I get when paint correcting a car

  • @sportydiver
    @sportydiver 3 года назад

    What was the temp setting on the heat gun? No compound on the buffing wheel? What about polishes? Thanx

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  3 года назад

      I use high but be careful to just create the film. It can melt if you not careful and there is no going back. Buffing wheel was dry. Co compound. You can use a plastic polish if you want.

  • @carterkunz5730
    @carterkunz5730 5 лет назад +2

    Awesome man, great video!
    Very detailed and informative.
    Great song choice too

  • @mattandkatchristie2552
    @mattandkatchristie2552 5 лет назад

    Man u made it brand new!!!! Wicked job bro!! My daughters 1990 rm 80 is in need haha i may try im pretty handy..thanks for vid!

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  5 лет назад

      Biggest thing is take your time, dont rush it. you will be happy with the results.

  • @free-birdrocker8809
    @free-birdrocker8809 2 года назад

    Is there a difference between Ufo replacement plastics...example the front Cr fender, and the stock one, or are they both the same..

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  2 года назад

      UfO makes good plastic but its not oem

  • @Staffy78
    @Staffy78 4 года назад

    Do you use buffing compound on the lambs wool buff when you buff the plastic?

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  4 года назад +1

      This was a dry buff but i have used compound and i have not seen a difference in how long the shine lasts after use.

    • @Staffy78
      @Staffy78 4 года назад

      TNT MOTO cheers for the response mate! Guard looks brilliant and I will be using this technique on my early 90’s Kx guards!

  • @nimnogaparus
    @nimnogaparus 2 года назад

    Curious why you use the heat gun between grits? I've never done this, but I would think you'd just need the heat gun once, after going through all the grits. Thanks!

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  2 года назад +1

      Speeds up the process a little. its not necessary on all plastic. i have found some pieces need it to reveal more work being needed where others do not.

    • @nimnogaparus
      @nimnogaparus 2 года назад

      @@TNTMOTO makes sense, thanks!

  • @nurseratchet8535
    @nurseratchet8535 3 года назад

    Nice work. Thank you for making that instructional video

  • @snowman0129
    @snowman0129 5 лет назад

    Best video of plastic fairings restoration! Best outcome too lol

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  5 лет назад

      Thank you

    • @snowman0129
      @snowman0129 5 лет назад

      @@TNTMOTO you're very welcome sir. Here's to hoping I can recreate it !

  • @richardnavarro7108
    @richardnavarro7108 2 года назад

    Can you use rubbing compound or polish with buffing wheel?

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  2 года назад +1

      yes but a dry pad does seem to work the best

    • @richardnavarro7108
      @richardnavarro7108 2 года назад

      @@TNTMOTO thanks for the reply back. I shall try one plastic at a time till I get the all plastics.

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  2 года назад

      @@richardnavarro7108 Best to start with a piece of plastic you dont need until you develop the technique

  • @johncopetti1253
    @johncopetti1253 3 года назад

    Very informative and beautiful work. Thank you

  • @thebohacpage
    @thebohacpage 5 лет назад +1

    Have you tried the citrus stripper available at hardware stores?

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  5 лет назад

      No i have not.

    • @robertmiller2720
      @robertmiller2720 5 лет назад

      I have. Works well and caused no damage to the plastics I was working on (Honda CRF). I used the spray can type.

  • @jamesb3092
    @jamesb3092 5 лет назад

    True artist you are! Thanks for sharing your technique!

  • @craigvwdude
    @craigvwdude 2 года назад

    don't use any buffing compound?

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  2 года назад

      No just a dry sheepswool. You can use compound if you like.

  • @andyp9131
    @andyp9131 Год назад

    Did this around 6 years ago to my garden furniture it brings the oils to the top

  • @AnderssonChr
    @AnderssonChr 8 месяцев назад

    Really nice video, thank you!
    I've seen the heating method used a lot, but some people say that the plastic might become brittle over time. Anything you've noticed with your restorations?
    I have some large ATV fenders in really bad and scratched condition. I just ordered sand paper ranging from 220 up to 3000 for my orbital sander and I have some rougher paper as well. I was thinking of removing the deep scratches with 120 or 240 and work my way up, maybe ending with some wet sanding around 1200-2000 grit is the finest I have. Heat it up once or twice as well as and use the wool pad.
    Have you used any protection when done? I have some left over Cerakote Plastic Trim Restorer which I used to restore some faded black plastics on my car. I was thinking I could try that to keep it looking good for longer.

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  8 месяцев назад

      I have only ever had cracking with tanks that were stored with fuel in them

  • @Lightspeeders
    @Lightspeeders 3 года назад

    I have a strange problem in the beginning, after sanding with 400 I use heat gun but the dark color is coming on a few plastics but the side plastics of the tank stay Matt gloss. Why is this? They were in a quite good state. Now with the sanding completly Matt and heat Will not get the color back?? Do I need to sand with the fiber papers first?

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  3 года назад

      What year tank is it? Was the tank oxidized bad?

    • @Lightspeeders
      @Lightspeeders 3 года назад

      @@TNTMOTO it is also a cr 500 1985 it is not the tank itself but the radiator flaps mounted on the tank the flaps were good but now they are Matt from sanding. When I use the heat gun on them there is almost no color coming back. While on the fenders etc it is coming back 😯 strange...

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  3 года назад +1

      @@Lightspeeders perhaps they are not oem. Maybe they are aftermarket Maier.

    • @Lightspeeders
      @Lightspeeders 3 года назад

      @@TNTMOTO hmm I don't know. I don't think so because the bike is like 99% original, but I Will see maybe after some more sanding and buffing it gets better. I Will keep you updated

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  3 года назад

      @@Lightspeeders back of the shroud will have a serial number molded into it.

  • @gtisid
    @gtisid 5 лет назад +1

    great technique although recently i have been using 0000 wire wool which gives the same finish as the 2000 grit. buffer clamped Ina vice and fender to buffer . never used a heat gun yet as i can’t afford to burn the thing

    • @spjones00
      @spjones00 5 лет назад

      That was a great video, very helpful.

  • @bradleypollock3732
    @bradleypollock3732 6 лет назад

    Awesome video you’ve inspired me to start restoring one of my own bikes. Keep up the good work 👍🏼

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  6 лет назад

      Thank you. Good to hear.

  • @highlinebyjmac4733
    @highlinebyjmac4733 6 лет назад +2

    Really nice man cool video I’m gonna try it on my banshee I’m gonna start a 2000 grit then buff

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  6 лет назад +2

      if you dont have any deep scratches or oxidisation 2000 and buffing will make it shine.

  • @jeremycolston8383
    @jeremycolston8383 5 лет назад

    Would this work with a metallic flake? Have a battery side cover that is scratched bad from the keychain.

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  5 лет назад

      Are you talking about a street bike cover that is painted?

  • @georgemooyman7155
    @georgemooyman7155 Год назад

    Wots in the yella can?

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  Год назад +1

      Oven cleaner. Aircraft paint remover works better

  • @morgancure1604
    @morgancure1604 5 лет назад

    I have a spot of that is a heavy scratch on trx plastic that needs to be fixed

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  5 лет назад +1

      Deep scratches really cant be fixed unless you fill it

  • @robindejong6795
    @robindejong6795 4 года назад

    Will this also help for black fender?

  • @dgmenace73
    @dgmenace73 4 года назад

    Question: will this process work on mid 80's (mine is 86 Suzuki DR200) that the plastic has bad oxidation. Very rough feeling damage to the plastic. It kind of feels like rough fiberglass but if it is, it very flexible fiberglass. Just curious if you have ran into plastic like I am describing and if this will work? I am assuming if I can sand enough of it off, I should be able to get to some better plastic?

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  4 года назад +1

      Yes it will work

    • @dgmenace73
      @dgmenace73 4 года назад

      @@TNTMOTO thank you!!!

  • @evoracing5563
    @evoracing5563 5 лет назад

    Have you tried using a buffing compound like when a person is restoring plastic headlights?

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  5 лет назад

      not yet. i have acquired a product at a bike show that i will be reviewing on a fender i plan to restore

    • @evoracing5563
      @evoracing5563 5 лет назад

      @@TNTMOTO nice, that might save you some time in having to resand a few times with 2000 after buffing. I have done a few headlights and mx plastics. I find using a compound gets rid of alot of the 1500 marks the 2000 cant. I know you are a expert at this by now, but have you tried using those inexpensive foam buffing pads? I find them to work a bit better on plastics than the wool. The wool tends to heat the plastic up alot faster. Anyways amazing work.

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  5 лет назад

      @@evoracing5563 I will try anything to reduce the work. Getting older hands cramp up after a few hours. so going to have to find something.

    • @evoracing5563
      @evoracing5563 5 лет назад

      @@TNTMOTO I know what you mean. I just finished a KDX 200 I resorted. I desided to mirror polish the entire motor after my Zx7R's frame came out so nice. Took me almost a month, sanding almost every evening 3 to 4 hours. Hardest part was to get rid of all the casting marks😅. Turned out not to bad. Not a complete mirror finish everywhere, but most of the casings was. Wont be doing that anytime soon again. Aluminium is just to messy to wetsand. Keep us posted on the compound👍🏻👍🏻

  • @beanzbeanz
    @beanzbeanz 5 лет назад

    Is there something like Bondo that can fill deep gouges?

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  5 лет назад +1

      yes but then you would have to paint it. paint will look bad after a short time. Better off to get a new/used piece of plastic in good shape and restore it.

    • @beanzbeanz
      @beanzbeanz 5 лет назад

      Thanks, great video! Are there sources for reproduction plastics for old bikes?

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  5 лет назад

      @@beanzbeanz yes but unless its UFO it is generally a different type of plastic, harder softer not a perfect fit. What bike us it?

  • @MTL_Rider
    @MTL_Rider 5 лет назад

    Very time consuming for a $30 fender but I guess it would be a good project for those winter months. Good job on the restore!

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  5 лет назад +3

      You cant buy these fenders anymore. the ones that are reproduced are no where near the same quality, plastic or fitment.

    • @johnrambo1227
      @johnrambo1227 Месяц назад

      Hey rear cr500 fender for 2001 on ebay,brand new oem $800 , in 2024 😃

  • @JaredValentino13
    @JaredValentino13 5 лет назад +2

    Thank you so much for making this I have a RM125 and it was spray painted black by the previous owner and he did a horrible job I want to see that champion yellow again

  • @SoaringEagle1
    @SoaringEagle1 5 лет назад

    Awesome!.....My 1984 Honda XR 200R is gonna love this......(me too when done).....Thanks.

  • @MotoFamMayhem
    @MotoFamMayhem 5 лет назад +1

    Oh my goodness that was alot of work!!! It certainly may even look better than new, but it seems like the time invested could never return a profit. Rather you are creating museum quality artifacts from scrap plastic parts!!! I commend you sir!!!

  • @keithcarlson6038
    @keithcarlson6038 5 лет назад

    Good information. I hope most of this applies to a 2006 bike. As you said, the plastic formulations are probably different. I don't know how or how different though. My DR650 has some bad scratches in the back fender... I started sanding them out from 150 grit up to 2000 and it's still very faded looking. Apparently I'm missing the heat gun step. I'll have to try that.

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  5 лет назад

      Will do a new video when it gets nicer out. I have moved to using a palm sander which speeds the process up. I have tried different compounds ds without heat and I was not happy with results. Heat seems to work well.

  • @rayv882
    @rayv882 5 лет назад

    I like how your heat gun electric cord is almost in your Blue bin of water👍

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  5 лет назад +1

      Extension is plugged into a GFI Circuit Breaker like your Bathroom plugs.

  • @mrdcjsr.5683
    @mrdcjsr.5683 5 лет назад

    I liked the idea of using oven cleaner but I wasn't sure if it removed the paint. I want to try the oven cleaner on my headlights because I think there is a protective film which is keeping the lights to be restored properly. What are your thoughts?

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  5 лет назад

      The oven cleaner does not work for all paint. I do not know about head lights.

  • @elcoviljoen3025
    @elcoviljoen3025 4 года назад

    Anybody knows if I must carry on with scraper? I did scrape, flat with 400 grid and used heat gun. Experiencing lighter spots here and there. Must I scrape again or keep on going with sandpaper? Otherwise it's coming nicely for part 1. Green kawa klx 450 plastics looked awful, my own bike since 2011, just cleaning her up.
    Thanks

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  4 года назад +1

      You need to get rid of all the oxidized plastic whether you use a blade or sand paper. hopefully the oxidizing has not gone to deep.

    • @elcoviljoen3025
      @elcoviljoen3025 4 года назад

      @@TNTMOTO Cool, thanks man. I wasn't sure whether I should carry on to 600 grid and so on or sand it more with 400. Actually I think I must go back to something even rougher than 400. Seems like my scraper left marks, a lot of marks, but it's way better than it was already. At least it's showing green and not grey from the sun anymore. Had a lot very deep scratches too. I'd like to get it looking spotless, do you think start again with a rougher than 400 paper, any suggestions?
      Thanks for replying so quickly.
      Cheers

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  4 года назад +1

      @@elcoviljoen3025 you can use more course sandpaper but you will have to do more sanding with the next higher grit to remove the marks left by the course paper. When you use a blade to scrape, you have to be very careful not to scratch the plastic . those scratches will be so deep you will not get them out.

    • @elcoviljoen3025
      @elcoviljoen3025 4 года назад

      @@TNTMOTO coarser sandpaper is doing the trick. Also, doesn't seem like marks from scraper, the original marks were just deeper than I thought. Hard to see them with dull colour before polishing.....
      Thanks, I can already see this is going to be close to 100%
      Thanks for sharing!!

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  4 года назад +1

      @@elcoviljoen3025 glad its working out.

  • @jamescarlin569
    @jamescarlin569 6 лет назад

    My quad has white face paint that I don't need to strip should I repaint it you think or should I just use this method??? Because I see a lot of especially younger folk repainting but I think with this method it's not necessary???

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  6 лет назад

      dont paint plastic. restore it or buy new. The paint will just flake off. or scratch.

    • @jamescarlin569
      @jamescarlin569 5 лет назад

      @@TNTMOTO ahhhhhh worst news I heard all day ...i know your right but...i dunno I guess better safe than sorry thanks though

  • @nickplaw
    @nickplaw 5 лет назад

    any idea if this works on coleman canoe plastic?

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  5 лет назад

      I am not sure but i dont see why not. That is going to take you awhile though. :)

  • @gibsonpaul1
    @gibsonpaul1 5 лет назад +2

    Great video, this method works great, thanks!

  • @trevorjameson3213
    @trevorjameson3213 6 лет назад +1

    This is excellent information, thank you for making this video!

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  6 лет назад

      Your welcome. Hope yours turns out great.

  • @danielreynoso8981
    @danielreynoso8981 6 месяцев назад

    What did you used with the lambswool to make it look shiny? Was it dry?

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  6 месяцев назад

      @@danielreynoso8981 dry

  • @mistakenbacontransparency8220
    @mistakenbacontransparency8220 4 года назад

    More of a question than a comment. Do you use this method on all the plastics such as front number plate and radiator shrouds the thin ones. How do you keep the thin ones from permanently warping with the heat cycles?

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  4 года назад

      All you are doing with the heat it causing a film to appear on the out side. you do not hold heat to any area for a long period of time or it will warp or worse melt. Yes i use this method on all of the plastic parts.

  • @eggless3583
    @eggless3583 5 лет назад

    Will this work with white plastics too

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  5 лет назад

      yes, but i would avoid the heat gun.

  • @maw2044
    @maw2044 Год назад

    I wished I could post a pic of my before and after pic of my tank the difference is amazing.

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  Год назад

      Awesome good to hear.

  • @254lele
    @254lele 4 года назад

    someone say use heating gun isn't good. true?

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  4 года назад

      False. you are not heating the plastic up really hot. You are just heating the outside surface.

  • @mattklim88
    @mattklim88 2 года назад

    How to deal with a red tank and plastics that have severe sun bleaching

    • @mattklim88
      @mattklim88 2 года назад

      I’m Gonna buy myself a heart gun and some sand paper I’ll let you know how it goes

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  2 года назад

      @@mattklim88 Be very careful with that heat gun. Your best to practice on something you dont care about first or you can easily damage it. The heat gun is not required. it can just lessen the time to get the finish near the end of the process

  • @scotthancock3405
    @scotthancock3405 6 лет назад

    I bought an 83 CR 125 which is covered in spray paint. It even had red racing stripes like you did .

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  6 лет назад

      Scott Hancock lol. Aircraft paint stripper works great. Only takes minutes

  • @jbird73
    @jbird73 3 года назад

    How much does a new fender cost?

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  3 года назад

      Can't buy the same fitment or quality of an original.

    • @jbird73
      @jbird73 3 года назад

      I believe that. Good point!

  • @maw2044
    @maw2044 2 года назад

    Does this process work on a plastic gas tank. I understand it needs to be cleaned out but some have said you can't use a heat gun on a gas tank, what is the truth?

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  2 года назад +1

      You can use a heat gun on a tank but you have to be very careful. You might be better to just spend 40 hours sanding and polishing.

    • @maw2044
      @maw2044 2 года назад

      @@TNTMOTO thanks for the quick reply. I'm getting a better understanding on how to do this well. I'm going to get the side panels, shrouds, and front number plate and do my experimenting on them before finishing my tank. I also like where you said for the parts of the tank unseen to stop at 400 grit, that'll save a ton of time too.

  • @bowtierj
    @bowtierj 5 лет назад

    You dont use any kind of buffing compund when buffing?

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  5 лет назад

      No. But I may in the future. I have purchased a product I will be reviewing to see if it helps speed things up after the heavy scratch removal.

  • @roadjokers1119
    @roadjokers1119 6 лет назад

    I wanna do my quad plastics when I sand the from 400 grit up to 1500 will I see scratch marks after I buff it?

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  6 лет назад

      It depends if you got each grit of scratches out with each grit of paper. if you got the 400 out with 600 and then 600 out with 800 and etc. 1500 scratches are pretty light. heat and buffing will make it look pretty good. You may see them if you get really close or look in the right light. its a lot of work. Quads have a lot of plastic. it will take you a long time to do it right. If you are going to do it on a quad i would suggest using a buffer with different compounds like on a car once you are up to 1500. I plan on making a new video in the spring with a jig that holds my plastic and a buffer now that i have one. this will hopefully lessen the time. Quads have a lot of plastic. it will take you a long time to do it right.

    • @roadjokers1119
      @roadjokers1119 6 лет назад

      TNT MOTO thanks for the fast reply man your vids are awesome also anything you could think of just to get to to shine?

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  6 лет назад

      Heat gun to get the color back and to cause a film over the plastic which is basically melting the very top layer. DO NOT HOLD THE GUN IN ONE SPOT OR TO CLOSE. Sorry about the caps but this is very important or you will damage the plastic. then you just use the sheeps wool buffing wheel which will shine it right up. After that you can use a plastic polish to put a coating on the plastic much like wax on cars. Just dont hold the buffing wheel to hard on the plastic or you will generate heat which will melt the plastic.

    • @roadjokers1119
      @roadjokers1119 6 лет назад

      TNT MOTO tryed that On a extra set man didn’t work to good my plastics aren’t that bad but just in a couple spots looks like someone rubbed a eraser on my plastics there black so everything shows just wanna clean them up a little your video was definitely the best one on RUclips gona do it with my dirtbike I know wd40 helps with a shine for a little time but not much

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  6 лет назад

      black is a lot tougher. you used the buffing wheel? I will find the ones i use and post a link

  • @chrisstevens3801
    @chrisstevens3801 5 лет назад

    The heat brings the natural (well ok synthetic but its already found in the plastic) oil out of the plastic up to the surface. Obviously doing this too many times will make the plastic brittle but it sure is great for restoring!

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  5 лет назад

      I only use it to put a film over it. I do not hear it up much. Would be interesting to see if it effects longevity.

  • @BosephusBigelsworth
    @BosephusBigelsworth 6 лет назад +1

    Fantastic tutorial! Thanks for making and posting.

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  6 лет назад

      BosephusBigelsworth your welcome. Hope yours turns out great. Take your time.

  • @wmlbiker1
    @wmlbiker1 3 года назад

    nice tricks and technique, thanks!

  • @alainnadeau3421
    @alainnadeau3421 4 года назад +1

    Very informative thx. Tackling my yt 60 plastics this weekend. Did you have to put heat to the underside? Thx

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  4 года назад

      I don't bother trying to get the underside to have that glossy look. It wears to fast with all the dirt,dust and mud.

    • @alainnadeau3421
      @alainnadeau3421 4 года назад

      @@TNTMOTO I will send pics, thx. Happy holidays

    • @alainnadeau3421
      @alainnadeau3421 4 года назад

      I couldn't add my finished pc. Turned out well

  • @richardtschida2321
    @richardtschida2321 6 лет назад

    Not sure if the camera does it justice, but it sure looks great.

  • @richardstremlow6075
    @richardstremlow6075 3 года назад

    Can you do a video on gas tanks.

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  3 года назад +1

      I did one on my YZ490 tank. no heat

  • @dennisnichols8771
    @dennisnichols8771 6 лет назад

    Good job on the CR500 plastic.

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  6 лет назад

      Thanks. If you are following my CR500 restoration, i will have the frame back from the powder coater hopefully by next week.

  • @brettmccullough1054
    @brettmccullough1054 6 лет назад

    will this technique work on crazing that appears due to age? i have what looks like scratches in a wave pattern across the fenders. they feel slightly rough but are incredibly difficult to sand out. i get the impression that they're quite deep but they don't look it. have you seen this before and will the knife and 400 get them out?

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  6 лет назад

      are you on facebook? send me photos. either through my emai or facebook tntmoto

    • @brettmccullough1054
      @brettmccullough1054 6 лет назад

      @@TNTMOTO sent you some pics on FB Messenger.

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  6 лет назад

      Replied on Facebook

  • @ClockFixer
    @ClockFixer 5 лет назад

    My new 81 KX 250 needs this work done to the Gas Tank..........fortunately the fenders and side panels are available in Reproductions..

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  5 лет назад +1

      OEM plastic is the best if it can be restored. But sometimes good quality reproductions are the only option. I have found. UFO to be the best.

  • @joee8795
    @joee8795 5 лет назад

    I’m looking to do something similar, I have an 09 RMZ450 that I want to instal a graphics kit onto but I fear that the current condition of the plastics isn’t smooth enough to let the graphics Kit stick properly....and if I don’t have to fork out more $ just for new plastics that would be great! LOL
    For my situation it seems like the Fork Guards and side Number Plates are in the worst condition (scratched etc..).
    I feel like maybe 1k - 2k grit and some heat might do the trick for the majority of the plastics, but with those items listed above I might need to start at the razor and 400 grit 🤔
    The plastics don’t need to “look mint”, they just need to have a surface suitable enough for laying graphics properly!
    Great video!

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  5 лет назад +1

      Yes i would start with 400 if you are trying to remove deep scratches up to 1000. After that its just about getting it shiny so if you are just covering completely with graphics, stop at 1000. probably do not even need to heat or buff. Heating brings the color back and buffing is just to bring the glossy appearance..

    • @joee8795
      @joee8795 5 лет назад

      TNT MOTO
      I appreciate the reply sir, thank you!
      I only thought maybe heat the plastic just to “seal” it, I thought that maybe un-heated plastic after sanding might be too porous for the decals to stick properly.....?
      I know that 1k grit is super super fine and the porous level is probably damn near microscopic after sanding but I dunno, maybe I’m just overthinking LOL
      Thank you again though, this has been very helpful, stay safe and cheers from 🇨🇦

  • @trx250rpuma4
    @trx250rpuma4 6 лет назад

    Is this the same procedure for my 86 CR gas tank

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  6 лет назад +2

      yes just make sure you remove the petcock and cap. rinse thoroughly with soapy water then rinse out. leave the petcock and cap off till restoration is done. restore you other plastic first so you get the technique down. how scratched up is it?

    • @trx250rpuma4
      @trx250rpuma4 6 лет назад +1

      TNT Moto To be honest its not really scratched its just sun fadded and few gas stains

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  6 лет назад +2

      ok then you might be able to start with 600 or 800. Just remember not to heat up the plastic too much with the heat gun or it will soften it, melt it or burn it. you just try to zip over it quick to create a richer film of color. Good luck.

    • @trx250rpuma4
      @trx250rpuma4 6 лет назад +1

      TNT Moto cheers for tbe advice bud im going to start in the morning ill keep u posted 👍

  • @PhaedruS007
    @PhaedruS007 5 лет назад

    This process was explained and demonstrated better than just about any tutorial on youtube, thank you. However... aren't new plastics only about $50 or so on ebay? That is a lot of time spent man!

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  5 лет назад +2

      After market plastic for this year of bike is not of the same quality. They are great for a static display but will not fit perfect nor last when riding.

    • @jayone7437
      @jayone7437 Год назад

      It’s not really about the money. There’s a lot of pleasure seeing the change you made happen.

  • @4637bigred
    @4637bigred 4 года назад +1

    Fantastic work. Have you found anything that protects it once you restore it ?

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  4 года назад +1

      As far a putting a coating of some sort on it i would just buff a good polish on it like Mequiars

  • @mrdurom1036
    @mrdurom1036 5 лет назад

    Very nice audio quality...

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  5 лет назад

      Sorry was using my gopro 5 without a external mic

  • @MichaelWittner
    @MichaelWittner 5 лет назад

    Pretty awesome. I'll make suggestion try using buffing compound I've used it and it works perfect. With the buffer much faster.

  • @terryrosenthal3692
    @terryrosenthal3692 4 года назад

    I'm watching your video in order to restore my plastic kayak. It looks very good. Did you add any polishing compound when you start buffing at the 13:00 minute mark, or is your pad dry? Thanks for you help.

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  4 года назад

      It was a dry pad but since this video i have been using a compound for last few polishings.

  • @brapptv44
    @brapptv44 2 года назад

    i sandblasted my plastics with glass beads at low pressure it works well to get all the crap off

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  2 года назад +1

      Thanks I will attempt this

  • @ronaldtartaglia4459
    @ronaldtartaglia4459 3 года назад

    I’m going to attempt this on my quad.

    • @TNTMOTO
      @TNTMOTO  3 года назад +1

      Just take your time. Don't rush it