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Interior/Exterior painting tail-light rings?

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Old Apr 22, 2008 | 02:24 PM
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painting tail-light rings?

Hey Guys,

Ordered some Astro Black spray paint from Minspeed. I was wondering what the best way is to apply this to the taillight rings Sand it down then spray at will? What type of sandpaper do I need? Any other prep I'll need? Should I take it to a body shop so that they can do a proper clear-coat, or can I do the clear-coat part myself? The objective is to make the rings look exactly the same color as the rest of the car.

thanks!

Andrew
 
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Old Apr 22, 2008 | 02:57 PM
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you can probably do it yourself. Just sand it down and paint it, then clear coat over it.
 
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Old Apr 22, 2008 | 03:29 PM
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I just did mine recently. Sanded it with 600 grit. I did at least 2 light coats and then one heavier, a second heavier if needed. Followed it up with another 3-4 coats of Krylon Clear.
 
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Old Apr 23, 2008 | 09:40 AM
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got any pics?
 
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Old Apr 23, 2008 | 10:06 AM
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i did mine. piece of cake. although I really prefer krylon fusion for plastics
 
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