----DIY How-to-Paint your lip!----Carbon lovers beware!!--56okay
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----DIY How-to-Paint your lip!----Carbon lovers beware!!--56okay
Well as many of you on here like painted carbon, or like the front lips to be painted, but are not sure how, here you go.
---Before anyone asks, the lip was purchased for a very good price hence it is carbon. --
The sideskirts were also done using the same procedure.
The total cost was $43. Two cans of paint, one can of clear. The paint was purchased from the local auto finish store, (they will have your code) as well as the clear. The sandpaper used was 600 grit, and used wet (wetsanding). Regualr automtotive masking tape. I started around 12:00, had a couple Corona's, went for a swim, had lunch, and was done by 4:00. The key is having patience and relaxing.
Overall I am very pleased with the result. No orange peel at all, no blemishes ect. In fact, the finish looks OEM
Carbon does look good, but I like the look of painted lips, makes it look more complete, as if it wasn't just stuck on.
So here goes:
The orginal look
The essential item
Front bumper removed-look at those sexy Rays
Find something to support the bumper-I used two old deck chairs
Materials used
Wet Sanding the lip
The lip sanded down-Make sure there are not any glossy parts left.
Mask the outline of the lip first
The add a cover, newspaper works well
The paint. Use a back and forth motion, on/off/on/off, take it slowly, lots of thin coats
Let the paint dry, (15-20) mins, then apply clear using the same method
This is for all of you stuck in the rain, pool is at 85* clear skies
Then admire the finished product
If you have any questions or comments feel free to post them!
Modified by Arsenal at 10:48 PM 5/21/2006
Modified by Arsenal at 8:27 PM 5/22/2006
---Before anyone asks, the lip was purchased for a very good price hence it is carbon. --
The sideskirts were also done using the same procedure.
The total cost was $43. Two cans of paint, one can of clear. The paint was purchased from the local auto finish store, (they will have your code) as well as the clear. The sandpaper used was 600 grit, and used wet (wetsanding). Regualr automtotive masking tape. I started around 12:00, had a couple Corona's, went for a swim, had lunch, and was done by 4:00. The key is having patience and relaxing.
Overall I am very pleased with the result. No orange peel at all, no blemishes ect. In fact, the finish looks OEM
Carbon does look good, but I like the look of painted lips, makes it look more complete, as if it wasn't just stuck on.
So here goes:
The orginal look
The essential item
Front bumper removed-look at those sexy Rays
Find something to support the bumper-I used two old deck chairs
Materials used
Wet Sanding the lip
The lip sanded down-Make sure there are not any glossy parts left.
Mask the outline of the lip first
The add a cover, newspaper works well
The paint. Use a back and forth motion, on/off/on/off, take it slowly, lots of thin coats
Let the paint dry, (15-20) mins, then apply clear using the same method
This is for all of you stuck in the rain, pool is at 85* clear skies
Then admire the finished product
If you have any questions or comments feel free to post them!
Modified by Arsenal at 10:48 PM 5/21/2006
Modified by Arsenal at 8:27 PM 5/22/2006
05-21-2006, 01:35 PM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by XX Boosted Si XX »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">I think it looked better carbon</TD></TR></TABLE>
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by XX Boosted Si XX »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">I think it looked better carbon</TD></TR></TABLE>
And I would have at least painted the top portion of the radiator support blue instead.
And I would have at least painted the top portion of the radiator support blue instead.
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Lovin it, bro. Think this would work for me?
both my front and rear lips and side skirts are unpainted, stock. thats how they were on the 97s, the 98s + got colormatched
The thing is, they are textured, would a lot of sanding do the trick for this?
both my front and rear lips and side skirts are unpainted, stock. thats how they were on the 97s, the 98s + got colormatched
The thing is, they are textured, would a lot of sanding do the trick for this?
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Re: ----DIY How-to-Paint your lip!----Carbon lovers beware!!--56okay (Arsenal)
Nice job! I dont understand the logic of you taking the bumper off the car, but you left the lip on the bumper. Wouldnt it make more sense to just take the lip off the bumper and leave the bumper on the car? Then no masking at all. Also, you masked the outline after you sanded it. Most people will mask the outline before sanding. That way, you dont risk scratching the already painted surface. Anyways, good job though. Looks nice.
05-21-2006, 01:43 PM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by flatblackb20 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">LOOKS TIGHT no doubt but my opinion ruins the who point of having fiber?</TD></TR></TABLE>
I got the lip at a very good price, and haven't found one is ABS. Plus the fitment is great.
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by quick_DC5 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Nice job! I dont understand the logic of you taking the bumper off the car, but you left the lip on the bumper. Wouldnt it make more sense to just take the lip off the bumper and leave the bumper on the car? Then no masking at all. Also, you masked the outline after you sanded it. Most people will mask the outline before sanding. That way, you dont risk scratching the already painted surface. Anyways, good job though. Looks nice. </TD></TR></TABLE>
It is much much easier to paint the lip with the bumper off the car, plus it only takes 5 mins to do. I didn't take the lip off as its a pain in the *** to line up again, and didn't want to stretch the paint. Good idea on the masking
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by sixfiveoh »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Lovin it, bro. would this work for me?
both my front and rear lips and side skirts are unpainted, stock. thats how they were on the 97s, the 98s + got colormatched The thing is, they are textured, would a lot of sanding do the trick for this?</TD></TR></TABLE>
Yes it would. I also did my sideskirts the same way, but did not sand them.
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by DC4KiD »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
And I would have at least painted the top portion of the radiator support blue instead.</TD></TR></TABLE>
Iam happy with the way it looks, I don't like it when part of the supprts are the same colour.
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by chameleon30038 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Thats awesome came out real nice.</TD></TR></TABLE><TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by dreww.. »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">that came out nice man, good **** </TD></TR></TABLE>
Thankyou.
I got the lip at a very good price, and haven't found one is ABS. Plus the fitment is great.
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by quick_DC5 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Nice job! I dont understand the logic of you taking the bumper off the car, but you left the lip on the bumper. Wouldnt it make more sense to just take the lip off the bumper and leave the bumper on the car? Then no masking at all. Also, you masked the outline after you sanded it. Most people will mask the outline before sanding. That way, you dont risk scratching the already painted surface. Anyways, good job though. Looks nice. </TD></TR></TABLE>
It is much much easier to paint the lip with the bumper off the car, plus it only takes 5 mins to do. I didn't take the lip off as its a pain in the *** to line up again, and didn't want to stretch the paint. Good idea on the masking
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by sixfiveoh »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Lovin it, bro. would this work for me?
both my front and rear lips and side skirts are unpainted, stock. thats how they were on the 97s, the 98s + got colormatched The thing is, they are textured, would a lot of sanding do the trick for this?</TD></TR></TABLE>
Yes it would. I also did my sideskirts the same way, but did not sand them.
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by DC4KiD »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
And I would have at least painted the top portion of the radiator support blue instead.</TD></TR></TABLE>
Iam happy with the way it looks, I don't like it when part of the supprts are the same colour.
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by chameleon30038 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Thats awesome came out real nice.</TD></TR></TABLE><TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by dreww.. »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">that came out nice man, good **** </TD></TR></TABLE>
Thankyou.
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Timmy! »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Looks good the but why pay the extra for the carbon fiber? So what are th especs on the corona? Was it 2 or 3 between coats 
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A. read above.
B. 2 Coronas and one manahttan
Also, Carbon is for lightweight purposes
</TD></TR></TABLE>A. read above.
B. 2 Coronas and one manahttan
Also, Carbon is for lightweight purposes
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Arsenal »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
It is much much easier to paint the lip with the bumper off the car, plus it only takes 5 mins to do. I didn't take the lip off as its a pain in the *** to line up again, and didn't want to stretch the paint. Good idea on the masking
Thankyou.</TD></TR></TABLE>Ah, I see. Good job man!
It is much much easier to paint the lip with the bumper off the car, plus it only takes 5 mins to do. I didn't take the lip off as its a pain in the *** to line up again, and didn't want to stretch the paint. Good idea on the masking
Thankyou.</TD></TR></TABLE>Ah, I see. Good job man!
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Re: ----DIY How-to-Paint your lip!----Carbon lovers beware!!--56okay (B_Cruz)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by B_Cruz »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">you could have had the same effect if you just went with this piece.
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That is a Mugen replica, which I use to have, and I don't like. The Spoon lip is very different.
</TD></TR></TABLE>That is a Mugen replica, which I use to have, and I don't like. The Spoon lip is very different.
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by XX Boosted Si XX »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">I think it looked better carbon</TD></TR></TABLE>
05-21-2006, 02:25 PM
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me too, but nice write-up regardless.
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by XX Boosted Si XX »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">I think it looked better carbon</TD></TR></TABLE>
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Re: (XX Boosted Si XX)
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but props on the DIY
btw: if you painted the lip...are you painting the hood as well???
but props on the DIY
btw: if you painted the lip...are you painting the hood as well???