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Old Nov 7, 2019 | 07:44 AM
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Smile Success: Olive metallic paint match for engine covers

I spent some time at the local O'Reilly's auto parts with the paint manager and was able to successfully match the olive metallic paint color for the sprocket, stator, clutch, and forks found on 2003 and up Superhawks. We used a sun gun on color chips inside, as well as going outside under direct and indirect sunlight. The color we matched was Audi's Dakar Beige Metallic base. The pearl flop and tonal color were nearly identical. My sprocket cover is peeling due to a failed slave cylinder seal, and I plan to paint all engine side covers once I get the replacement gaskets from Honda. I might use a satin clear to seal the paint to match the mostly-matte look of the OEM paint finish. I got two rattle cans filled for about $48.

Dakar Beige Metallic example:
https://www.empireexoticmotors.com/u...773bc6cdc7.htm

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Old Nov 7, 2019 | 04:10 PM
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I may paint the covers on my 1998 Hawk this color. I always liked the look of the olive covers.
Old Dec 27, 2019 | 11:53 AM
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Do have a the part number?
Old Dec 27, 2019 | 12:09 PM
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Originally Posted by belray
Do have a the part number?
Just google Audi's Dakar Beige Metallic > https://www.ebay.com/itm/For-Audi-LY...-/252897367697
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