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Old Mar 25, 2010 | 04:18 PM
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I have a 2000 vert that i have painted a custom orange. I would like to redo the interior the same as a mod red but in orange to match my exterior. I know i can have my seats done, but is there a way to dye the panels (orange) so that they will look good. If so what kind of dye would i use, or if anyone has done this sort of dyeing some pics would be appreciated.

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SEM dye is generally considered to be top quality when it comes to interior dye's. I'm sure you could find something off the shelf but SEM will last.
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Don't forget that the undercoat primer color has a big effect on the brightness or darkness of the final coat shade. Test with white, silver, grey, black, etc. before you start painting panels. I would use the same primer color as used on the body first. Some paints will need flex agent or it will crack and flake off.
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There are some good dyes out there Ecklers has some I bought to dye my panels red and they look great 6 years later,just use a good primer.
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