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Apr 28, 2010 | 02:09 PM

CurbsEnthusiasm

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Racer

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From: Pembroke Pines Florida

Simple but effective visual cleanup!

Every time I look at my car one item sticks out like a sore thumb, the windshield wipers. They were pitted, chipped and faded. I used an automotive/outdoor satin finish black to clean these up.

I did the usual sanding and cleanup before spraying about 4 coats of paint. Not so bad if I say so myself. The paint was $2.50 but the wiper "puller" was about $13. I'll have to ask Patrick or Gene at GMParts if they have those end caps.

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Apr 28, 2010 | 02:11 PM

dangerz

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St. Jude Donor '09-'10

nice, looks really good

Apr 28, 2010 | 02:22 PM

ieatyllwcryns

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very well done

a carbon fiber shield to replace the exisitng one under the wipers would look great too

Apr 28, 2010 | 02:31 PM

CurbsEnthusiasm

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Racer

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From: Pembroke Pines Florida

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Originally Posted by ieatyllwcryns

very well done

a carbon fiber shield to replace the exisitng one under the wipers would look great too

You sir have read my mind! I'm going to do some interior and suspension work next but I'm thinking that the cowl would look sweet in carbon fiber.

Apr 28, 2010 | 03:06 PM

SaberD

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i replaced my cowl with a new oem one from Gene Culley at gmparts house. even replacing it with a stock one does a lot for the looks of the car. you may want to just remove it and see what some armor all will do for it before you decide to toss it for a new one. painting is probably also an option.

Apr 28, 2010 | 03:25 PM

IRON MAIDEN

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Just spray it down with Aerospace 303 protectant. It will look like new.

Apr 28, 2010 | 03:35 PM

jrose7004

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Looks much better.

Apr 28, 2010 | 03:46 PM

TraceZ

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Quote:

Originally Posted by IRON MAIDEN

Just spray it down with Aerospace 303 protectant. It will look like new.

like brand new.

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Apr 28, 2010 | 03:52 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by IRON MAIDEN

Just spray it down with Aerospace 303 protectant. It will look like new.

Agreed.

Apr 28, 2010 | 03:56 PM

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KonaVette

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St. Jude Donor '03-'04-'05

Quote:

Originally Posted by IRON MAIDEN

Just spray it down with Aerospace 303 protectant. It will look like new.

Damn I learn something everyday on the site...thanks

Will pick up a bottle this afternoon.

Apr 28, 2010 | 04:47 PM

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Great Job!!

Apr 28, 2010 | 04:52 PM

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Kale

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Quote:

Originally Posted by KonaVette

Damn I learn something everyday on the site...thanks

Will pick up a bottle this afternoon.

I hit mine with "Forever Black" 3 coats then let it cure, then hit it with Aerospace 303. Should last for years that way.

Apr 28, 2010 | 04:57 PM

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RedSoxFan

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Very nice job.

Agree with the 303 suggestion, that stuff is great.

Apr 28, 2010 | 05:03 PM

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CurbsEnthusiasm

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Racer

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From: Pembroke Pines Florida

Looks like I'm ordering Aerospace 303, thanks guys.

Apr 28, 2010 | 05:07 PM

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olbear1962

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Quote:

Originally Posted by IRON MAIDEN

Just spray it down with Aerospace 303 protectant. It will look like new.

saves buying a new one....

Apr 28, 2010 | 05:32 PM

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80VetteStud

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I just started using 303 myself on random stuff, and it really does bring back some nice luster/shine.

Worst case, I would go with Gene for a new one, and a amazing person to work with.

Apr 28, 2010 | 05:48 PM

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mikelmco

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Where do you get the 303?

Apr 28, 2010 | 05:57 PM

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luvvettes7

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simple but effective! looks great!

Apr 28, 2010 | 07:23 PM

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dobewillie

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Looks great

Apr 28, 2010 | 07:27 PM

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nassaubluecoupe

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Quote:

Originally Posted by mikelmco

Where do you get the 303?

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