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I started painting my dash with black cervette central dye and it just runs and looks like crap.
I think I need to remove and sand down and use metal primer not interior primer.
Anyone done this. I can use some tips.

DUB

I know this seems stupid...but many people apply spray paint to heavy. remember ...thin wet coats dry faster than a heavy coat.

Also...the surface temperature of the column...along with the surface temperature of the column itself is important. Spray paints are tested and should be used when the temperatures are at least ambient air temps (70 degrees F-85 degrees F). Use of a heat gun or hair drier may be required.

Also if the column has not been wiped down with a wax and grease remover...you might be trying to paint on years of interior conditioners....which can cause the paint/dye, etc...to run like crazy.

If you are going to paint on the previously painted column (factory or other paint job)...you might want to be careful on how heavy you apply the paint/dye. This is because if you apply it too heavy on the first couple of coats...the solvents may attack the other coatings and cause them to wrinkle or blister.

DUB

redrdstr72

FWIW, I removed my column about 4 years ago and disassembled it to re-build the T/T feature. What a PITA that job is.

I fully prepped the column sleeve sections and then hung them to paint. I applied THIN coats of semi gloss black Krylon with excellent results. Hold the can further away from your work to keep the shine down. After 4 years, no issues. Still looks like the day I painted it.

Hope this helps!