How do i find the right color paint for the frame of a 1997 rm 125. my frame is scratched and beginning to rust a bit. thanks!

To spray paint your ATV frame matte black, you will need the following materials:

• Matt black spray paint specifically designed for use on metal surfaces
• A clean, well-ventilated workspace
• Masking tape and newspaper or plastic sheeting to cover any parts of the ATV you do not want to paint
• Primer specifically designed for use on metal surfaces
• A paint respirator to protect your lungs from inhaling fumes
• A spray gun or spray can
• Sandpaper or a wire brush to prepare the surface of the frame

Before you begin, it's important to properly prepare the surface of the frame by cleaning it thoroughly and removing any rust or old paint. Use sandpaper or a wire brush to remove any loose paint or rust. Once the frame is clean and dry, apply a coat of primer specifically designed for metal surfaces. This will help the paint adhere better and ensure a smooth finish.
Allow the primer to dry completely before applying the first coat of matte black spray paint. Hold the spray gun or can about 8-10 inches away from the surface and apply the paint in thin, even coats. Allow each coat to dry completely before applying the next. Once the final coat is dry, you can remove the masking tape and newspaper or plastic sheeting and reassemble the ATV.

Scrape off the rust, using a wire brush or scrubbing pad. This technique removes small rust. GM MDI
Apply a rust remover, using a steel wool pad or paper towel. Rub the rust remover into the rust.
Wait 10 minutes for the rust remover to work. Most rust removers contain hydrochloric acid, oxalic acid or other strong acids that dissolve rust.
Clean away the rust remover and the rust with paper towels. Dampen a paper towel, and wipe the areas, again.
Paint on a primer with a paint brush. Let the primer dry. The automotive primers offer protection against rust.
Use touch-up paint that is the same color as the Ford Galaxie. Apply it to all areas that are missing paint. Let the paint dry, before driving the car.

You need to buy a special paint for metal with special additives that prevent rust. Make sure to also buy a primer that is compatible with the paint you have selected. I found you some great instructions that should help you out.

• Wipe the wrought-iron bed frames with a rag that was dipped in mineral spirits. That will help you to remove all traces of oil and grease from the frames.

• Scrape rusty areas with a putty knife or scraping tool. Remove all loose rust scale. Rub the surface with steel wool, too.

• Apply an oil-based primer. The primer needs to be designed for use on metal surfaces such as wrought iron. Roll on the primer with a small roller. Spread the primer with a paintbrush. Cover the whole surface with one coat of primer.

• Paint the bed frames with a finish paint that has a rust inhibitor within 24 hours of priming them. That will help the primer and paint bond.

• Roll on the paint in the same way you applied the primer. Use a paintbrush to make smooth, sweeping strokes to distribute the paint. Switch to a paintbrush with synthetic bristles if you decide to use a water-based paint.

Read more: How to Paint Wrought Iron Bed Frames ' eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/how_7794293_paint-wrought-iron-bed-frames.html#ixzz232Q8GYhr

Modifying the frame If really needed Should be avoided as any bending or altering of design and re-welding could cause issue with frames stability, i am sure you can pickup an RM Frame pretty cheap.

You need to remove all of the rust with a grinder then a wire wheel. Treat the rust with rust with a rust coating this will turn it black. Visit your local FinishMaster store and get the right code of paint, these guys are great and will steer u in the right direction

I would just use silicone on it, clean it as best as you can and sand it so the silicone will stick you could use a two part epoxy but epoxy gets hard and won't flex causing it to break when the top expands with air being hot and cold. Once the rust starts it's hard to stop, you can buy some Navel Jelly it's a rust inhibitor that will turn rust to a dark color then can be cleaned and painted over and if you want to paint it afterwords you can get the matching paint at Toyota dealer cost about $10.00 for the touch up paint. Hope this helps.

Yes you can paint it.. Begin by removing the rust with either a wire brush or a thick paste product called naval jelly. Then prime the area and finally paint it with appliance paint, abailable in a spray can at most hardware stores in the color of your appliance.

Try going to a paint store FinishMaster will do a great job with the color eye