Instructions for Repainting a Leather New Yorker

[RWC130 594]

Here are some helpful instructions from the Cairns/MSA website

on how to repaint your Leather New Yorker.

Cairns Helmets Repaint Guide

The following procedures are suggested for those wishing to repaint a structurally sound N6A Houston or a N5A New Yorker leather helmet. If there are any questions concerning the serviceability of the helmet, please contact MSA Fire Service Customer Service at:

1-877-MSA-FIRE or info@MSAFire.com.

STEP 1: Before proceeding, inspect the helmet for damage. If there is any sign of burnt or broken stitching, soft or cut leather, cracked leather, etc., the helmet should be repaired before proceeding.

STEP 2: Remove front piece.

STEP 3: Clean off the helmet with soap and water to remove as much surface dirt as possible.

Use the minimum amount of water possible.

STEP 4: Roughen the entire surface of the helmet with fine sandpaper, taking care to avoid excess sanding of the stitching.

STEP 5: Apply one coat of the recommended primer. Allow to dry completely.

STEP 6: With all surfaces of the helmet thoroughly dry and clean, apply the first coat of paint.

STEP 7: Allow the helmet to dry thoroughly and apply the second coat of paint.

STEP 8: After the second coat of paint is completely dry, put the front piece back on the helmet.

Recommended Paint/Primer and Colors

Sherwin Williams – Kem Lustral Enamel*

Primer

Gray E61 A 45

White E61 W 12

Red E61 R 26

Paint

Gloss Black F65 B 1

Bright Blue F65 L 10

Gloss White F65 W 1

Lemon Yellow F65 Y 44

Vermilion (Red) F65 R 1

AS POSTED BLACK HELMETS... GRAY PRIMER / GLOSS BLACK PAINT

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