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Old Jul 7, 2012 | 10:03 AM
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I can't find a grey glove box handle for my 98. I did come across a vendor that has one listed as "black (PTM)." I am not sure about this paint-to-match route, but it seems to be my only option. If anyone that has done this, please share your experience. I could use the advice as to what type of paint is durable on that plastic piece as well.
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My opinion would be to go to your local body shop supply store and get the SEM Colorcoat for that. It's far better than any "paint" can stuff. It's not a paint in that normal sense but rather a "OEM" application which is made of more durable and better finish than the other stuff. Google SEM COLORCOAT.
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Old Jul 7, 2012 | 11:04 AM
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Go with SEM dye. I used that for my lower door sections and the gray matched perfectly. I can dig out the SEM code if you need it.
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sem products , the best there is!
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I just purchased sem classic coat in light oak #17143 from tcpglobal. Now i see from this thread that they also make color coat 15753 in light oak. I haven't used the classic coat yet and sent email to tcp asking which would be better for painting the hard plastic parts of my interior before starting my project. I will update when i receive a response.
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Originally Posted by MSG C5
Go with SEM dye. I used that for my lower door sections and the gray matched perfectly. I can dig out the SEM code if you need it.
Thanks for all the responses. If you do have that code, it would be great to get it from you.
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Originally Posted by Big Duk
sem products , the best there is!
If you look at the threads sfc rick has posted on doing his red interior, you'll see how that product performs.
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Part is on order, but I can't find the sem code for my interior color - pewter.
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Thought I should add this...
Does the SEM bond to plastic? All I read pertains to vinyl and leather. I am only changing the glove box lock.

Thanks in advance.
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Sem makes two products specially designed for gm interiors. Color coat for plastic and classic coat for leather and vinyl. I understand that either will work on plastic and will bond well. Summit racing and ebay carry these products.
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