Topic: Who to paint? (Read 3530 times)

TraumaSlave · « **on:** March 29, 2020, 01:40:01 PM »

So, I put my bike in the trailer last night after a wonderful day of riding. Set in my condor, closer the door and went fishing. Go out this more to find it on it's side. Fairing and saddle bag paint scuffed bad and gas had leaked all down the tank ruining the paint. My 05 Cherry looks rotted. Now I need either someone to fix (repaint) the paint. Who should I get? Figure it's not something my local body shop will be able to do.

CVODON · « **Reply #1 on:** March 29, 2020, 02:30:22 PM »

I would assume this would be an insurance claim? If so let them look at it first. Most Insurance companies will not repair and paint a Harley due to costs etc it and will replace with pre-painted new parts. Due to age you have a problem there but either way let insurance inspect it and if you have a repair facility let the adjustor know and he/she will work with them. Makes a easier more seamless deal that way.
When that was my job I always liked it when the owner already knew who he wanted to do the repairs. Two things, One I had not been part of the decision process and if they did a crappy job it was between the owner and shop and two the shops are more used to dealing with insurance company and my involvement was minimal.
Choose a GOOD shop or let the insurance company offer suggestions, remember if they make suggestions they have some liability in quality of repairs.

VRODDAVE · « **Reply #2 on:** March 29, 2020, 02:31:37 PM »

Dude , I feel for ya brother. Please share if you can what went wrong with the condor. I just purchased a condor myself recently and now you made me afraid to use it.

Thanks.
Dave

GregKhougaz · « **Reply #3 on:** March 29, 2020, 02:40:45 PM »

Contact Joe at Xtreme Dimension. http://www.xtremedimension.com/

TraumaSlave · « **Reply #4 on:** March 29, 2020, 03:15:53 PM »

No clue what happened with the Condor. It has been Rock solid and I can't lend blame to it. We had bad storms last night and I'm sure the wind rocked the trailer but, that shouldn't have been the cause.

FLSTFI Dave · « **Reply #5 on:** March 30, 2020, 07:08:00 AM »

I second contacting joe at Xtreme Dimensions in N.J.

He did a great job pant matching for my CVO.

smkymtnboy · « **Reply #6 on:** March 31, 2020, 03:24:11 PM »

you might find a paint set. I was lucky and found for my 08.https://www.ebay.com/itm/05-Harley-Electra-Glide-FLHTCSE-CVO-Right-Saddle-Bag/402152394359?hash=item5da2268e77:g:Z-kAAOSw~q5eZ9kK:sc:FedExHomeDelivery!37866!US!-1 just a lot of searching to find good ones. the gas tank listed looks to be good.

smkymtnboy · « **Reply #7 on:** March 31, 2020, 03:25:10 PM »

I found al mine on ebay and some here in the classifieds.

smkymtnboy · « **Reply #8 on:** March 31, 2020, 03:28:13 PM »

https://www.ebay.com/itm/05-Harley-Electra-Glide-FLHTCSE-CVO-Left-Saddle-Bag/202930325475?hash=item2f3f9707e3:g:KuYAAOSwqw5eZ93U:sc:FedExHomeDelivery!37866!US!-1

smkymtnboy · « **Reply #9 on:** March 31, 2020, 03:29:23 PM »

https://www.ebay.com/itm/05-Harley-Electra-Glide-FLHTCSE-CVO-Gas-Fuel-Tank/402152587184?hash=item5da2297fb0:g:h58AAOSwfbxeZ-8v:sc:FedExHomeDelivery!37866!US!-1

smkymtnboy · « **Reply #10 on:** March 31, 2020, 03:30:53 PM »

https://www.ebay.com/itm/harley-bagger-CVO-gas-tank-used-part-take-off-part-selling-off-complete-shop/283575369522?hash=item420668bf32:g:ZFAAAOSwxFVdsh3b

TraumaSlave · « **Reply #11 on:** March 31, 2020, 07:18:56 PM »

Well, "trust" your insurance company and the Stealership, right? I just dropped it off at Chattanooga Harley. They said they "may" be able to get replacements from Harley. I told em good luck with that. I just figure if a just took it to a body shop, they have to figure out how to take it apart, put it back,,, maybe match paint maybe not. That and it's gunna cost me the same whoever does it.

mark · « **Reply #12 on:** April 01, 2020, 09:39:42 AM »

Quote from: TraumaSlave on March 31, 2020, 07:18:56 PM

Well, "trust" your insurance company and the Stealership, right? I just dropped it off at Chattanooga Harley. They said they "may" be able to get replacements from Harley. I told em good luck with that. I just figure if a just took it to a body shop, they have to figure out how to take it apart, put it back,,, maybe match paint maybe not. That and it's gunna cost me the same whoever does it.

I wouldn’t want a traditional body shop doing anything if they don’t routinely paint bikes. I’d rather ship my parts to a custom painter than to trust an unproven local.

Boatman · « **Reply #13 on:** April 01, 2020, 03:13:31 PM »

I am so sorry to hear As you have a great bike Brian . As others have stated joe at extreme is great.
Or look for a take off set. If insurance is paying you may still be able to get new painted parts from Harley. Good luck.

Check out what is on eBay that smokymtnboy posted.

TraumaSlave · « **Reply #14 on:** April 01, 2020, 04:47:23 PM »

Estimate for replacing parts came in @ $15,704. Not a snowballs chance of that happening. They will total it and I will loose a fresh built motor. Have to wait to see what the paint job will come up to.

johnsachs · « **Reply #15 on:** April 01, 2020, 05:37:13 PM »

Quote from: TraumaSlave on April 01, 2020, 04:47:23 PM

Estimate for replacing parts came in @ $15,704. Not a snowballs chance of that happening. They will total it and I will loose a fresh built motor. Have to wait to see what the paint job will come up to.

Call me. I have a friend in Palm Bch. County that has always done flawless work for me. CVO, and customs. He may be interested.
John

cyco1450 · « **Reply #16 on:** April 01, 2020, 11:19:47 PM »

The Paint Shop in London, KY. Craig Smith. The guy is an amazing painter known all over the custom bike industry. I am a former customer of Xtreme Dimension and live near NJ. You’ll wait at least 4-5 months with them doing the repair...

Second recommendation is Chad Hampton in Gastonia, NC. Probably one of the top 3 bike painters in the country right now.

FLSTFI Dave · « **Reply #17 on:** April 02, 2020, 07:17:55 AM »

^^^

I believe he is who does the custom paint for Wild Cat Harley and for Smokey Mountain Harley family of dealers.

TraumaSlave · « **Reply #18 on:** April 02, 2020, 05:14:58 PM »

Appreciate the offer John. Distance woul make that very difficult.

ultra13 · « **Reply #19 on:** April 02, 2020, 08:49:30 PM »

Just my 2cts the people from CPV (Custom Painted Vehicles) painted my CVO bags 2 years ago. Fantastic job, minimal wait and great customer service. Ask for Cindy...262-835-0035. They are in Wisconsin..

GQ_Knuckle_Draggerz · « **Reply #20 on:** April 10, 2020, 08:07:50 AM »

Quote from: cyco1450 on April 01, 2020, 11:19:47 PM

The Paint Shop in London, KY. Craig Smith. The guy is an amazing painter known all over the custom bike industry. I am a former customer of Xtreme Dimension and live near NJ. You’ll wait at least 4-5 months with them doing the repair...

Second recommendation is Chad Hampton in Gastonia, NC. Probably one of the top 3 bike painters in the country right now.

I live in KY and always used joe @ Xtreme Dimension in NJ for my CVO paint. Agree that his turnaround time can be lengthy due to high demand.

I’ve seen Craig Smith’s handy work up close on bikes at Wildcat H-D and around the state of KY. He also does some high quality custom work. He recently turned around a new non-CVO fender for a brother in a week for a reasonable $275.

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JoeVibe · « **Reply #21 on:** April 10, 2020, 10:22:14 AM »

Quote from: ultra13 on April 02, 2020, 08:49:30 PM

Just my 2cts the people from CPV (Custom Painted Vehicles) painted my CVO bags 2 years ago. Fantastic job, minimal wait and great customer service. Ask for Cindy...262-835-0035. They are in Wisconsin..

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I used CPV on both bikes to match the front fenders for my fat tire set ups. They do fantastic work and were very fast. Cindy is very knowledgeable and great to work with.

scotman623 · « **Reply #22 on:** April 10, 2020, 04:23:25 PM »

I need my right side cover fixed and repainted on my 19 Mako shark fade, Do these places let me ship the part to them?? Some small scratches and scuffs, long story... Bike tipped over into some of my garden tools 😡😡😡.. Guess I will just have to ride around with the right side having a black cover I bought off eBay till I can get this painted.. What would you guys suggest? Thanks for any information.... Sorry for the thread jack...

ultra13 · « **Reply #23 on:** April 10, 2020, 07:12:41 PM »

Yes...I shipped my part UPS to CVP and they shipped it back when done...

TraumaSlave · « **Reply #24 on:** May 01, 2020, 10:52:28 PM »

Well, after raising Caine with my insurance agent over the delays, the have finally given the go ahead. The adjuster never laid eyes I never the bike and was bickering of a handful of service hours. Final price came in @ $4600. I'm on the hook for $500 deductible. Got an update today to find out the the painter is Kenny Reynolds. I have seen some of his bikes and, wow. Hope I get the same quality.

ultra13 · « **Reply #25 on:** May 05, 2020, 01:19:22 PM »

Good luck....

TraumaSlave · « **Reply #26 on:** May 21, 2020, 11:57:48 PM »

Her we are, just about 4 was out. Haven't heard anything so, i called my contact @ the dealership. He tells me he hopse it should be done next week. Then proceeds to tell me the painter said he can't do anything with the fuel tank insert. Said he might be able to get one from Michigan but, since its an obsolete part, he's not sure. Then he tells me today is his last day there. I'd really hate to have to loose my cool over lack of communication, incomplete work, extended waiting time, promises not met,,,, somebody help them if I'm not satisfied with the work. My crystal ball shows a not so pleasant conversation with the service manager. Do I sound unreasonable?

OBB · « **Reply #27 on:** May 22, 2020, 06:19:15 AM »

Quote from: TraumaSlave on May 21, 2020, 11:57:48 PM

Her we are, just about 4 was out. Haven't heard anything so, i called my contact @ the dealership. He tells me he hopse it should be done next week. Then proceeds to tell me the painter said he can't do anything with the fuel tank insert. Said he might be able to get one from Michigan but, since its an obsolete part, he's not sure. Then he tells me today is his last day there. I'd really hate to have to loose my cool over lack of communication, incomplete work, extended waiting time, promises not met,,,, somebody help them if I'm not satisfied with the work. My crystal ball shows a not so pleasant conversation with the service manager. Do I sound unreasonable?

Who's He and Who's last day is it? Service Manager? painter?

TraumaSlave · « **Reply #28 on:** May 22, 2020, 03:37:09 PM »

Service manager.

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