As we progress, the next step is to do the paint. This color is a 69 only color called Honda Candytone Blue. It is quite a bit darker than the Sapphire Blue that later model years were painted. So, we start with a white epoxy primer, then the silver base. The candy blue is then put on in coats until you get the depth and darkness to match the original color. I used the original unfaded blue that was on the bottom of the tank as a guide. You can see that it’s much darker than what was exposed to the elements and sun over the years. The tank then had to be taped off to keep the silver on the top. All of the badges are original and only required slight touch-ups.
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