CyclArt Services Order Guide

A printable PDF version of this Order Guide is available by clicking Here . The best way to order is by printing and sending the Order Guide with your frame. Doing so insures you get exactly what you want, and will provide an estimate before shipping. We are available by phone at 760-599-1015 to discuss your ideas and help with getting them on paper. The best phone hours are M-F 11AM to 4PM PST.

For detailed estimates, especially those involving obscure decals that may need art creation or touch ups where we need to see the damage, it's best to send photo via email to Susan@cyclart.com of course we welcome you to visit our shop if you can. That way we can show samples, select from huge color books and give you a brief shop tour ~ The CyclArtists

The web based version of the order guide follows. It does not print as well as the PDF version, and we've omitted the blanks to write in, but it does contain additional links, explanations and tools. So please read through the Order Guide below and print the PDF version to mark and send with your frame.

Most of the first page of the Order Guide is to collect the basic information we need to contact you, to identify your order and understand your wishes.. The obvious stuff is ommitted here. There are a few items that may bear some explanation. Our explanations, not on the paper form, are in italics.

Rear Hub Spacing: []120 []126 []128 []130 ___mm
CyclArt checks every frame for proper alignment prior to painting. Also, we know that bikes are frequently updated at repaint time, and new rear hubs are often wider than old ones. So, we need to know the width of the hub you will use of your frame. We can change spacing if needed. It is important that the hub spacing be correct, not only to make wheel changes easier, but also to avoid holding the frame in tension, which can lead to fatigue cracks. The num,ber we are looking for is the "over locknut dimension", that is, the distance between the dropouts or from out side of the axle nut to axle nut where they touch the insides of the dropouts. Most compemporary road frames are 130mm. The 1960's and early 1970's 10 speeds were 120mm. Front forks ar ealmost always 100mm, but erhe are exceptions.

Parts sent and new parts requested. You can send us your frame or your complete bicycle. We can remove your old parts and rebuild or replace them. If you are sending most of a bike, please consider sending all of it, so we can road test it. When shipping, remove rear axle adjusting screws or turn them all the way into prevent their being bent in transit. Most bikes are sent with headsets and bottombrackets in place. Charges for servicing components, overhauls and wheelbuilding are detailed in the printed Order Guide.

We offer competitive prices on replacement parts, no sales tax out of state, & no cost parts shipping with refinish.

The next few options give us insight to serve you best:

Intent?
[] Repair & refinish damage only. [] Budget refinish.[] Accurate restoration. []Retro style [] Mechanical update [] Custom [] Art piece [] Race Team []OEM Finish []Manufacturer Prototype []Other________

Artistic License? Check one:
[] I know what I want! Complete as written.
[] Use judgment in interpreting this order.
[] I need ordering assistance, please call me.
Budget? (Optional) Under $________

Estimates for insurance settlements. We examine the bike or excellent photos and provide a detailed estimate to repair all damage that appears related to the incident in question. Normal wear and tear are not covered in insurance estimates. When costs are substantial we are often contacted by the insurance adjusters to defend our estimate. We keep all insurance estimates on file. When settlement has been made, you may ask us to complete the work as estimated, change the order, or do whatever you please with the settlement. Our estimate fee may be applied to any work we perform for you, but is not refundable. Estimate fee: $25

On completion: [] Ship [] Hold [] Call

Insure for: $________ when shipping.

In many cases completing the above negates the need to complete other details. For example, if you want an accurate restoration and the bike has original paint, we can certainly work up an estimate without detailed instruction.

When do you need it? We can only estimate normal delivery! To minimize downtime, make a reservation or RUSH order. We don't take short cuts or hire temporary help when we are busy.
[]Standard Order Please call for an estimate of turnaround, but understand we are usually booked at least one month.. ~ Everyone should have a back-up bike.
[]Reservation We work in order of order confirmation date. If you send your order with 50% of estimate, the paper waits it’s turn while you ride. We'll give you a date to send the bike when we expect that we will be able to start your work. This will reduce the time you are off that bike..
[]RUSH -Expedited service and a guaranteed delivery date. Very quick turnarounds are possible. A 20-50% premium applies depending on the degree of difficulty in meeting your date. In the very rare instance when we a Rush date, no premium is charged.

[]Send a shipping kit An empty box, instructions and packaging materials sent right to your door. $40

OK... Now we get down to the main course. Consider this an ala'carte menu, each item is listed separately to give you the the best choice and selection anywhere:

All CyclArt Finishes Include: Frame integrity & alignment check; removal of old finish and corrosion; thread masking. Touch-up bottle included except for powdercoat. Fork priced separately. We paint all frame materials. Suspension, recumbent or other special frame types may vary price. Four "Categories" to suit all budgets:

[]"Cat. 5" Powder coat. A budget priced, tough finish. No chrome masking. Limited colors. Not for carbon or bonded frames. $225

[]"Cat. 3" Baked urethane. 2 or more coats of epoxy primer, handsanding, urthane color and clear topcoat give superior beauty, corrosion resistance, wider color selection, precise color matching, and crisper edge definition. $350

[]"Cat. 2" Baked urethane plus. Cat. 3 durability plus addtional sanding and clear topcoats after decals to add depth & gloss. Also, more prep time to we massage most rust pits & surface defects. Better than factory! Prep time in sufficient for most frames, unless they are pretty rough. We deal with the most visible areas first. $425

[]Cat. 1 Custom Finish Carefully hand sanded multiple coats of primer, filler, color, & clear achieve an unmatched depth and gloss. All rust & surface defects filled. Our most popular finish. $500

TANDEMS: []Cat.5/$350 []Cat.3/$550 []Cat.2/$650 []Cat.1/$850

Normally, we strive for the smoothest glossiest finish possible, but some collectors prefer less perfect finishes more like the original factory finish. If you prefer this, Check box next to: []Optional “Vintage” look, thin, lower gloss clear.

Main Color:

Color can be specified one of several ways: Our online color charts provide an convenient approximation of our favorite colors. You can send a color sample for us to match. The sample can be anything, a favorite jersey, photo, sex toy... we get some very interesting items as color samples!

For a better range of colors consider choosing from automotive paint charts... to do so, check your local yellow pages under "automobile body supplies" there you will find local auto paint sellers. There you can view thousands of color samples. While we can match any automotive paint code, the chart we like best is used by Akzo Sikkens and is called the "Color Map" it is two large books organized by color, not car type. Other good charts are "House of Kolor" "Dupont Imron" or "PPG". Be sure to give us the brand and complete color code.

We can also mix colors directly from auto paint codes, so you bike can be painted to match any car...

Of course, you can also ask us to match the frame's original color, just mark "match original" in the "main color" space.

The human eye is amazing in it's ability to distinguish differences in color value. Metallics, transparent layers and pearls add practically infinite variations. Precise matching is challenge that can take considerable time and material. So, we distinguish between an approximate match, and a precision match. Precision matches are close enough that we could paint part a frame or fork and there would be no discernible difference between the old and new paint.

Special colors and matching
10B Use closest color in stock. (95 colors) N/C
10A Mix approximate color match to chart or sample $20
10P Precision match to any color sample $50
10S Multi-layer color charge. Pearls, candies and flamboyants. From $95
10X "Rainbow Extreme" or "Chameleon" color shifting paints $200

Masking for contrasting colors. When multiple color are used with crisp delineation between them, we charge for each additional color, to cover our cost in mixing spraying an cleaning equipment. Each area with contrasting color is also charged separately."Masking" means that we are covering one color and cutting a precise line before we spray the next color. Reduced pricing can apply for multiple 200 series services.

200 Additional color mixing $30 ea.
Contrast colors:_____________, _____________, ______________
Choose as many additional colors as you like, in the same way as "main color" above.

201 Head tube panel $ 40
202 Straight panels $15 each. Mark diagram.
203 Fork crown Fork blades $ 40
205 Head tube lugs $40
206 Bottom bracket shell $60
207 Seat cluster $ 60
208 Brake & chain stay bridges $30 each
211 Seat stay caps $ 55
213 Complete seat tube $ 50
214 Rear triangle (stays) $ 60
215 Schwinn Phantom, B6 or similar two tone mask - front of frame to points, seat tube diamond & fork triangles. $200 and up.
216 Schwinn B6 or similar two tone mask, chain guard or tank half $55each.
217 Schwinn B6 or similar two tone mask, Fender $55
218 Schwinn DX two tone mask & stripe- Frame, tank and fenders. $275
299 Other contrast color masking Most types $95

302 ”Fade” []2 color $95 []3 color $120 []4 color $155 []Long blends +$30 fades. A great way to add color without the expense of masking or graphics. The effect can be subtle or striking depending on color selection. A "long blend" stretches the transitions showing multiple shades in between... You can work with colored pencils or software to lay out your own pattern, or you can choose from our favorite Fade Patterns

Diagrams for sketching or scanning are here

Brushwork
600 Paint cutouts. Color ______________ $3ea. ____ many. $_______
Words and logos count as one.
601 Lug edge accent striping Color ______________ $95
602 Stripe panel edges Color ______________ $20
603 Pinstriping single box type Color ______________ $200
604 Pinstriping double box type 1st color _______ 2nd color _______ $250
602 Pinstriping other type about 1st color _______ 2nd color _______ $150 and up

A few of our special paint effects are pictured below.

Replacement Decals (not sold separately)
400a Replace frame tubing decal $15
400b Fork tubing decals $10
401 Replace builder decals, similar style, $95 Original or replica decals appropriate for your frame, as available. Exact match and minor decals not guaranteed.
402 Replace builder decals with accurate originals or accurate replicas from $125
403 Apply decals supplied $35 to $100

Custom graphics. Call or email for estimate! 760-599-1015 We can create artwork for you . You may supply computer art files via Email or send hard art. (Scanning and prep charges may apply). Call for Information

We make three main type of graphics:
500V Cut Vinyl. Cut from adhesive backed plastic, this type is best for bold designs & letters. Each color adds to cost. Durable, no clear coat required. Great for adding names or logos to your bikes or vehicles. Can be clear coated, but too thick to get ompletely smooth. []Apply []Customer applies. $75 & up
500P Printed. Unlimited possibilities of detail and colors. Any line size, photographic images, even metallic & foil colors! Requires a clearcoat for protection. Very thin, looks great! From$95
580 Painted: A “negative” vinyl cut is used as a paint mask. Any paint color can be used, even several colors can be airbrushed.
From $100

Paint to match - Forks, stems, helmets, pumps, components, ETC! Masking or disassembly included:
104a Rigid fork painted to match: Cat.5/$25 Cat.3/$50 Cat.2/$55 Cat.1/$65
104 Suspension fork. from $55
091 Paint fork only or different color: Cat.5/$75 Cat.3/$90 Cat.2/$95 Cat.1/$100

Parts painted to match:
Small part: (fasteners, clamps, brackets, caps) Cat.5/$5 Cat.3/$8 Cat.2/$10 Cat.1/$12
Medium parts: (Stems, cranks, headlights, etc.) Cat.5/$10 Cat.3/$25 Cat.2/$30 Cat.1/$45
Large parts: (Fenders, Chaingards, racks, etc.) Cat.5/$25 Cat.3/$50 Cat.2/$60 Cat.1/$85

Partial Refinishes
086 Touch-up, precise color match, invisible repair From $150
096 Clean and clear over existing paint $150
098 Clean and clear over existing paint & decals $195

Here are of our favorite Fine Art finishes:

314 "Bamboozle" Simulated bamboo finish. By Jim Cunningham $1350

309 "Flames" Airbrush shaded flames extending from headtube on top & downtube by Ruth Alvarado $1225 Additional flame for down tube, chainstay, seat tube forkblade or wherever. $90

302 ”Fade” with contrasting lugs $1200

302 ”3 color Fade plus fade to clearcoated titanium or carbon fiber. $1100

309a “Ghost flames” Transparent colors shifting flames over a dark color by Ruth Alvarado. $1225

310 "Final Frontier" Airbrush space $1400 by Ruth Alvarado

308 "Swirl" Tri color intricate marble pattern. Any color and any number of colors are possible. By Jim Cunningham $1100

304 "Smoke" captured under clear by Jim Cunningham $1070
321 "Hopi Fired Clay" Realistic traditional finish with native American symbolism by Susan Cunningham. Non-gloss, with realistic pottery colors & firing burns. $1325

332 "Thunderhead” Airbrushed clouds with electric pearl bolts. By Jim Cunningham $1375
307 "Black Abalone" Deep, rich iridescent colors variegated over black by Ruth Alvarado $1115

306 "Décor" style airbrush graphics by Ruth Alvarado $1250
333 ”Under Construction” hand painted scenes by Jef Lanobs $1450

313 "Carpe Diem" Hand painted by Susie Ketchum in her inimitable style including skeletons, barbed wire, & life affirming symbolism. $1950

332 ”Wave Flag” One of our many Stars & Bars designs. $1450

Metal Polishing and anodizing
1805 Strip paint, polish, aluminum frame $350
1805 Polish, Titanium frame. $450 & up
1810 Polish titanium or aluminum parts $Ask
1813 Clear or tinted Powdercoat over polished metal $160

Existing chrome cleaned and masked.
700 Front dropouts $ 251
795 Clean & mask alloy dropouts. $ 15
701 Rear dropouts $ 30
704 Fork crown $ 40
705 1/2 fork blades and front dropouts $ 30
706 1/2 rear stays and rear dropouts $ 40
707 Right chainstay & both rear dropouts $ 50
708 Complete rear stays and dropouts $ 60
709 Lugs $ 40 each
790 Other chrome masking. $Ask

New Chrome Plating & Masking
749 Strip old chrome. Frame $25 Fork $10
750 Front dropouts $100
751 Rear dropouts $130
754 Fork Crown $150
754a Fork Crown & dropouts $275
754b Fork Crown, 1/2 blades & dropouts $ 300
756 1/2 stays & rear dropouts $ 300
757a Right chain stay and both rear dropouts $ 275
757b Both chain stays, rear dropouts & front derailleur bracket $ 325
757c Rear dropouts & front derailleur bracket $175
758a Complete rear stays & rear DO $425
758b 1/2 stays, seatube panel & head lugs $400
758c 1/2 stays & seat stay cap $300
759 Complete fork $185
760 Complete frameset $800
761a Headlugs $200
761b Headlugs & set lug $300
761c Headlugs & rear dropouts $300
799 Other parts or metals including gold $Ask

Braze-ons:
800 Braze-ons removed $10 each Describe_________
801 Water bosses downtube seat tube Other location. $40 each pair
823 Reinforcing diamond added to new water boss $10 pair
807 Chain stay cable stop $20
804 Shift lever bosses (pair) $40
804a Shift stops for bar control, Ergo/STI $50
818 Cable stop, split, housing to bare cable. Specify locations: $20 each
821 Clamp stop @Shift lever @ Cable guide $10
802 Cable guide, front Campy #626-B $30
803 Cable guide, rear Campagnolo #663 $30
815 Cable guides under BB Stainless tubes $80
815a Cable guides - under BB Plastic $15
809 Front derailleur boss Normal Campy Triple $35
808 Rear derailleur tab: Campy #80-1 $75
819 Pump peg on back of head tube. $25
819b Pump hook Specify location $25
812 Brake cable guides, 3 $50
812a Brake cable guides; 3 stainless $80
812b Brake cable guide for oversize cable $40
837a Brake cable tunnel internal stainless $125
822 Brake cable stop bridge $55
824 Cantilever brakes fitted. Send brake & wheel size 700C 27" 26" Front $60 Rear $60
814a Chain hanger peg $ 15
814b Chain hanger peg - Stainless $ 25
816 Dropout eyelets, 5mm, front $40 rear $40
816c Rack eyelets, seat stays, pair 5mm $40
816e “Low-rider” front rack mounts $60
849 Spoke spare carrier on chain stay $ 35
1302 Vent or head badge holes filled $15 ea.
899 Other Braze-on $Ask
898 S&S Couplings supplied and installed, from $600

Alignment
905 Frame inspection and alignment check included with any refinish N/C
900 Precision Align and correct fork $35
901 Precision Align and correct frame $60
902 Precision align and correct Tandem $140
903 Align rear derailleur hanger only $10
1206 Change rear hub spacing to: _____mm $20 (Steel only)

Frame Repair
1000 Fill small ding. $25
1001 Reshape and fill dent. $65 and up
1002 Frame straightening $100 and up
1003 Fork straightening $65 and up
1004 Rear dropout replacement $175
1013 Straighten or rethread dropout $75
1005 Major tube replacement $200
1006 Seat Lug binder repair $75
1007 Seat stay replacement, pair $300
1014 Chain stay replace, pair $300
1008 Crack repair $60 and up
1009 Repair steering tube threads $75
1010 Replace steerer tube $150
1011 New fork race seat 26.4 27.0 $ 35
1012 Re-tap stripped bottom bracket shell $ 150
1099 Other repair $Call
1200 Brake bridge replacement. []700C []27" [] 26" Brake reach in mm _____ or send brake $ 80
1203 Fork bored for recessed brake bolt. $25
1204 Brake bridge fitted for recessed bolt $35
1300 Clean-up filing or brazing $ 50
1301 Increase chain clearance. Freewheel $ 45 Chain wheel $25
1304 ID stamping. We recommend Drivers License number for easiest recovery. Example: CADL - AB1234.
_________________________$3 per digit
1399 Other metalwork $Ask

Rust:
1100 Rust pit filling $45 and up $_____
1101 Internal rust inhibitor (Preventative) $25
1102 Internal rust conversion treatment (Stops existing) $100

OK, if you have made your choices above, put your total on line "A" below. Shipping and other incidentals are added below and poof! Your own CyclArt estimate!

A) Total Labor
B) Taxable Supplies ~ Labor x 10%
C) Total parts
D) Taxable—Total line b & c
E) Sales Tax—CA only 7.75%
F) Insurance #.45 per $100
G) COD $7
H) Packaging & Shipping FedExGround
Parts $20, Frame $65, Bike $100
I) Packaging & Shipping FedEx 3Day Call for price
J) Packaging & Shipping FedEx Air Call for price
K) RUSH charge 20% to 50% of order ~ call for price.
L) Estimate Fee $25 (For insurance, etc. Can be applied to any work done.)
M) Subtotal
N) CA Waste disposal fee Applies to any refinish $6
O) Other ____________________
P) TOTAL charges
Q) Credit
R) Deposit 50% required Check, Visa Or MasterCard
S) Balance
T) Final Payment

That's all folks! We alwasy confirm all incoming orders via email, fax or smail mail. A 50% Deposite confirms we are all on the same wave and away we go!