Blemishes do add character and a story. I guess since this is the first "chip," as opposed to a scratch or other blemish, I'm taking it kinda hard.
Chad, where do I have to deliver the bike? (My fee for delivery is KBB value of the bike plus $0.51/mi.)
After I told my wife my sob story she felt really bad and wanted to take a look at the tank. Now, you have to understand my wife. She can spot a defect in a woman's nail polish from 30yds away on a cloudy day so I was certain this would stand out. Yet, to my amazement she didn't see the chip (right in the center of the tank) so I had to point it out. She laughed when she saw it and said "THAT'S IT?! Really? Come on. You're going to get the whole tank repainted for that?" Her reaction coupled with the idea that blemishes tell stories means that I'll probably just dollop on some touch up paint, put the clear coat on it (supplied in the kit) and call it a day!
Now I can tell all the folks wearing pins to be sure they secure them permanently or not ride with them at all! (Yep, I'll be that guy..."Forget riding w/wo helmets, proper technique, Etc. JUST SAY NO TO PINS!")
