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the problem with rattlecan painting is that it always ends up being pretty expensive. i did a good job with the traditional method, but i went through two cans of primer, 6 color and 2 clear coat. luckily they were all stolen from uni so the cost wasnt a problem. but i dont think i would be prepared to pay that much for a substandard paint job with my own money.
it looked good but wasnt very tough.
i now get my dad to paint my frame every couple of months at work, but the colors are limited. luckily i like my frame in black.
i have a mate that did his bike in the standard matt black from halfords, with no primer. cant remeber how many coats he did but its tough as nails, and he only has to give it a little spray to cover chips.