Interior Paint?????
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Soap and water is fine for prepping as well... I'd be leary of using too harsh of a chemical on the interior plastic... but that's just me.
Anyway, I had good luck when I repainted my interior pieces a few years ago (scroll about 2/3 of the way down if you want to see before and after pics).
Anyway, I had good luck when I repainted my interior pieces a few years ago (scroll about 2/3 of the way down if you want to see before and after pics).
Yeah, thats what I need to paint. Yours turned out great. So, what process did you use? Exactly what supplies/tools did you need? Be specific. I dont want to try and do something wrong, when I can do exactly waht you did, and hopefully get the same results.
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Took everything off the car that was to be painted. Soap and water to clean everthing intially (scrub hard- you won't hurt anything), then went over it with a very fine grit sandpaper - I dont remember offhand but I think it was 1200 or 1500. That will remove the random light scratches that are all over the plastic pieces peices, if you take your time. I did not sand the vinyl peices. After that I cleaned them again with soap and water and let them dry. When I painted them, I made sure that I was in a clean, dry area. If you do it outside, the humidity must be low, or you'll have bubbling in the paint. After everything is dry and ready to be reinstalled, you can go over all of the peices with 2000 grit (vinyl and plastic) if you want to make it a little smoother finish (I did not do that step).
I used the plastic/vinyl paint from Mid America. I think 3 coats for each...
That's it though, nothing fancy. It's been about 2 years since I did that project and they look just as good now. Thanks for the compliments btw
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Nothing too complicated...
Took everything off the car that was to be painted. Soap and water to clean everthing intially (scrub hard- you won't hurt anything), then went over it with a very fine grit sandpaper - I dont remember offhand but I think it was 1200 or 1500. That will remove the random light scratches that are all over the plastic pieces peices, if you take your time. I did not sand the vinyl peices. After that I cleaned them again with soap and water and let them dry. When I painted them, I made sure that I was in a clean, dry area. If you do it outside, the humidity must be low, or you'll have bubbling in the paint. After everything is dry and ready to be reinstalled, you can go over all of the peices with 2000 grit (vinyl and plastic) if you want to make it a little smoother finish (I did not do that step).
I used the plastic/vinyl paint from Mid America. I think 3 coats for each...
That's it though, nothing fancy. It's been about 2 years since I did that project and they look just as good now. Thanks for the compliments btw
Took everything off the car that was to be painted. Soap and water to clean everthing intially (scrub hard- you won't hurt anything), then went over it with a very fine grit sandpaper - I dont remember offhand but I think it was 1200 or 1500. That will remove the random light scratches that are all over the plastic pieces peices, if you take your time. I did not sand the vinyl peices. After that I cleaned them again with soap and water and let them dry. When I painted them, I made sure that I was in a clean, dry area. If you do it outside, the humidity must be low, or you'll have bubbling in the paint. After everything is dry and ready to be reinstalled, you can go over all of the peices with 2000 grit (vinyl and plastic) if you want to make it a little smoother finish (I did not do that step).
I used the plastic/vinyl paint from Mid America. I think 3 coats for each...
That's it though, nothing fancy. It's been about 2 years since I did that project and they look just as good now. Thanks for the compliments btw
Thanks, Im probably going to buy used replacements, but Im going to pull mine and practice on them until I get the money for that. Those were great instructions.
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Nothing too complicated...
Took everything off the car that was to be painted. Soap and water to clean everthing intially (scrub hard- you won't hurt anything), then went over it with a very fine grit sandpaper - I dont remember offhand but I think it was 1200 or 1500. That will remove the random light scratches that are all over the plastic pieces peices, if you take your time. I did not sand the vinyl peices. After that I cleaned them again with soap and water and let them dry. When I painted them, I made sure that I was in a clean, dry area. If you do it outside, the humidity must be low, or you'll have bubbling in the paint. After everything is dry and ready to be reinstalled, you can go over all of the peices with 2000 grit (vinyl and plastic) if you want to make it a little smoother finish (I did not do that step).
I used the plastic/vinyl paint from Mid America. I think 3 coats for each...
That's it though, nothing fancy. It's been about 2 years since I did that project and they look just as good now. Thanks for the compliments btw
Took everything off the car that was to be painted. Soap and water to clean everthing intially (scrub hard- you won't hurt anything), then went over it with a very fine grit sandpaper - I dont remember offhand but I think it was 1200 or 1500. That will remove the random light scratches that are all over the plastic pieces peices, if you take your time. I did not sand the vinyl peices. After that I cleaned them again with soap and water and let them dry. When I painted them, I made sure that I was in a clean, dry area. If you do it outside, the humidity must be low, or you'll have bubbling in the paint. After everything is dry and ready to be reinstalled, you can go over all of the peices with 2000 grit (vinyl and plastic) if you want to make it a little smoother finish (I did not do that step).
I used the plastic/vinyl paint from Mid America. I think 3 coats for each...
That's it though, nothing fancy. It's been about 2 years since I did that project and they look just as good now. Thanks for the compliments btw
How many cans of paint did it take you on the sill trim?
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Originally Posted by Corvette85350
Thanks, Im probably going to buy used replacements, but Im going to pull mine and practice on them until I get the money for that. Those were great instructions.
Originally Posted by Corvette85350
How many cans of paint did it take you on the sill trim?
Remember, coats should be very thin. You can put on more coats if you'd like, but 3 worked for me.
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Not a bad Idea... I had a "practice quarter panel" that I operated on before I did bodywork on the rear of my '85.
I think one can was enough to put 3 coats on the door sill trim & padding, center arm rest, and the two door armrest pads. The cans are cheap enough, that its better to have an extra one, then run a little short...
Remember, coats should be very thin. You can put on more coats if you'd like, but 3 worked for me.
Not a bad Idea... I had a "practice quarter panel" that I operated on before I did bodywork on the rear of my '85.
I think one can was enough to put 3 coats on the door sill trim & padding, center arm rest, and the two door armrest pads. The cans are cheap enough, that its better to have an extra one, then run a little short...
Remember, coats should be very thin. You can put on more coats if you'd like, but 3 worked for me.
Thanks for your help. Thats exactly what I needed to know, but one more thing...where to do it. I know you said not to do it outside if its humid. Well I live in Texas and its always humid where would be a good place to paint it? In the garage at night, so its not so hot? Thanks.
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Thanks for your help. Thats exactly what I needed to know, but one more thing...where to do it. I know you said not to do it outside if its humid. Well I live in Texas and its always humid where would be a good place to paint it? In the garage at night, so its not so hot? Thanks.
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UPDATE ON MY PROJECT: I pulled the trim panels, and washed them. I then lightly sanded the trim and rewashed it. Now I have a question. There are 2 cracks in the trim, but no where too noticable. I was thinking if I wiped caulking in the cracks before I paint them, then afterwards it wont bo noticable. What do you guys think?
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This is how I painted interior plastics:
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...1408445&page=3
Take a look at post #108 for my process explanation.
There is also pictures in there somewhere.
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...1408445&page=3
Take a look at post #108 for my process explanation.
There is also pictures in there somewhere.
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This is how I painted interior plastics:
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...1408445&page=3
Take a look at post #108 for my process explanation.
There is also pictures in there somewhere.
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...1408445&page=3
Take a look at post #108 for my process explanation.
There is also pictures in there somewhere.
Thanks.
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UPDATE ON MY PROJECT: I pulled the trim panels, and washed them. I then lightly sanded the trim and rewashed it. Now I have a question. There are 2 cracks in the trim, but no where too noticable. I was thinking if I wiped caulking in the cracks before I paint them, then afterwards it wont bo noticable. What do you guys think?
http://www.autozone.com/selectedZip,.../selectZip.htm
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This is the product to use:
http://www.autozone.com/selectedZip,.../selectZip.htm
http://www.autozone.com/selectedZip,.../selectZip.htm
Well, I went to Walmart and they had this stuff called Plastic Welder. I used it on the cracks and it worked great. Now I just need to go back and sand the excess off, rewash it, and it will be ready to be painted.
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UPDATE ON MY PROJECT: I got the trim painted and installed. It looks 
and really clean. Originally the sill trim panels were grey, but painting them black looks awesome. Plus it looks like it was supposed to be that color. I think my next project will be to paint the seat belt covers black, along with the trim alongside the console. Does anyone have any idea how to get these 4 trim pieces out? Thanks, Zak.
and really clean. Originally the sill trim panels were grey, but painting them black looks awesome. Plus it looks like it was supposed to be that color. I think my next project will be to paint the seat belt covers black, along with the trim alongside the console. Does anyone have any idea how to get these 4 trim pieces out? Thanks, Zak.
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I would take pictures, but my camera wont let the pictures load to the computer...so anyway, it turned out awesome. Hey mikey, Thanks for the info. I followed your steps, and they look great.
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Yeah, my Dad and I took a chance by doing it in the garage, in the middle of summer, in texas, but it turned out great. I cant wait until I get new carpet. It will probably be awhile though.
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A little while ago you made your debut on the Forum as a new, somewhat scared owner (not unlike others of us) but you've gotten your feet wet BY DOING.
Now, after having swallowed hard and squaring your shoulders, you've gotten into it, gotten some good things accomplished, and are enjoying the results of your efforts.
Good for you!! Keep it up and keep us posted.
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Zak, you're impressing me, my young friend.
A little while ago you made your debut on the Forum as a new, somewhat scared owner (not unlike others of us) but you've gotten your feet wet BY DOING.
Now, after having swallowed hard and squaring your shoulders, you've gotten into it, gotten some good things accomplished, and are enjoying the results of your efforts.
Good for you!! Keep it up and keep us posted.
A little while ago you made your debut on the Forum as a new, somewhat scared owner (not unlike others of us) but you've gotten your feet wet BY DOING.
Now, after having swallowed hard and squaring your shoulders, you've gotten into it, gotten some good things accomplished, and are enjoying the results of your efforts.
Good for you!! Keep it up and keep us posted.
Thanks, I also want to paint the seatbelt trim and the trim that runs along the side of the console. I was looking yesterday, but how do you get them out? Do you have to take the seats out? Thats how it looks. Yeah, I want to start "working" on my car more instead of looking at it. Im not talking about spending a bunch of money, but doing cheap stuff that I can do myself to clean it up.