Lightcarbon: New LCR017-D (or Yishun R1058-D)

[PaxiH]

Frame needs to be prepped and masked properly...it's really a job better done by a pro if you havent any painting experience.  Best solution is to have the manufacturer paint the frames properly instead of pushing out sub-standard crap

Hm, you might probably be right with that. But I don't want to spend much more money for painting/ coating on the frame. If a professional has to do that I guess it will be pretty expensive.

However I don't have two left hands and with some tutorials and preparation I could imagine doing it by myself.

But who knows, maybe there will be a clear coat on the paint already. I really hope so...

[dinorello]

I'm sure you can handle painting the frame with some online tutorials.   I would suggest using a two part epoxy clear coat available in a rattle can online . 



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[PaxiH]

Having used one can clear coat, it's really not that great, so 2 part clear coat is likely a must. It will kill you though, so absolutely look into PPE and do it outside.
And it really is a pain to paint frames, so... Be very careful with over spray, clear coat is meant to not come off.
I painted one from primer stage, the result from a distance is fine, from up close it's adequate, but I wish I had just ordered black and played with decals. To be fair the whole painting operation cost me less than 30 EUR.

Thanks for sharing your experience.
I think a very precise masking with tape is a must.

As far as I know, using 2K clear coat in first layer, let it dry for a few days, then sanding and applying another layer is the minimum for a good result.

What I'm not sure about is, if it is needed to sand the original paint layer first, before applying the first layer of clear coat.

[Walter-sobchak]

I received frame yesterday, and am happy to report that some of the issues posted here the past few weeks were not a problem for me. 

Clear coat over a really great chameleon paint

Faced brake mounts

Fit of everything seems really great

I requested both round and oval seat clamps and both were provided, showing attention to detail

Will post pictures when its complete

[dinorello]

I received frame yesterday, and am happy to report that some of the issues posted here the past few weeks were not a problem for me. 

Clear coat over a really great chameleon paint

Faced brake mounts

Fit of everything seems really great

I requested both round and oval seat clamps and both were provided, showing attention to detail

Will post pictures when its complete

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Good to hear LC is learning from their customer based QC Dept.  I believe that chameleon paint is a base coat system with a clear that allows the chameleon effect to happen. 

[c74]

Recieved my frame today. Initial inspection tells me all is well.
Frame wise all seems well.
Material tickness around headset area is spot on, bearing seats are, well... REALLY clean.
Derallieur hanger and wheel axel mounts are as expected, ie clean and no paint spill.
Overall paint job is immaculate, did mine in glossy pearl white with LC logos.
If there is interrest, I can post pics after build is finished.

Cheers,
Chris

[Bonpensiero]

If there is interrest, I can post pics after build is finished.

Sounds good. And yes, pics please. Unnecessary question... 

[rasch]

Recieved my frame today. Initial inspection tells me all is well.
Frame wise all seems well.
Material tickness around headset area is spot on, bearing seats are, well... REALLY clean.
Derallieur hanger and wheel axel mounts are as expected, ie clean and no paint spill.
Overall paint job is immaculate, did mine in glossy pearl white with LC logos.
If there is interrest, I can post pics after build is finished.

Cheers,
Chris

You can even post pics now ahaha. We like to follow the process

[c74]

Here, teaser pic...

[FMayweather]

Quick question: did the provided tracking number work for you? Wendy send me a tracking number for my wheelset about 12 days ago, but the tracking is not moving at all (which she said would happen).

[c74]

Tracking, naah, not until the last 36hrs of the delivery. Tracking page said parcel was registered but not yet recieved, then the last stages in Europe it was all good. The parcel took 20 days to get to Stockholm / me after registration with the carrier (DHL).

[ausmtb8989]

Here, teaser pic...

nice how much overall?

[rasch]

Here, teaser pic...

Cool. Super nice. Thought about that colour too.

Did you have to pay for the logo or as it was theirs they didn't charge you?

[c74]

Pricing.
LC had a introduction rate of the frame, so I ended up paying 955USD inc. shipping and VAT.
That included custom design, ie paint job, with decals. Proper decal job, no stickers.
Separate handlebar+stem, seat post, axles, headset, plus additional extra DH, extra head set inc. spacers.

Spent most day in the garage yesterday. Building experience is good, really, the only issue so far is internal cable routing. Edges (entry/exit) of holes are a bit rough.
After building several bokes with a SWORKS logo on it (supposedly good) so far the experience with this frame is more or less up there, pleasant.

[rasch]

Pricing.
LC had a introduction rate of the frame, so I ended up paying 955USD inc. shipping and VAT.
That included custom design, ie paint job, with decals. Proper decal job, no stickers.
Separate handlebar+stem, seat post, axles, headset, plus additional extra DH, extra head set inc. spacers.

Spent most day in the garage yesterday. Building experience is good, really, the only issue so far is internal cable routing. Edges (entry/exit) of holes are a bit rough.
After building several bokes with a SWORKS logo on it (supposedly good) so far the experience with this frame is more or less up there, pleasant.

Looks great and promising. Looking forward for the build