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10-04-2007, 06:49 AM
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Im thinking about painting my front grille myself. I need to know what kind of sand paper should I use and how I should go about this. A little help guys. Thanks 
10-04-2007, 06:58 AM
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i wouls second that, i want to paint mine too, but want the dull look rather then the chrome i got.
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10-04-2007, 07:05 AM
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My Ride: 2011, X6 Hybrid . Alpine White , every option. 20" Conti' NON runflats,OEM trunk spoiler , LUX V3 AE's , HP Thunder Fogs , custom front bumper reflector delete........
I saw an e60 yesterday that had the front grill painted and it was chipping off quite badly. For the little I know about painting it is all about prep work ie proper sanding and surface preparation it will need a really good primer for the final top coat to adhere to properly... I would ask a good body shop
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10-04-2007, 12:09 PM
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Originally Posted by westcoast550' post='477914' date='Oct 4 2007, 11:05 AM
I saw an e60 yesterday that had the front grill painted and it was chipping off quite badly. For the little I know about painting it is all about prep work ie proper sanding and surface preparation it will need a really good primer for the final top coat to adhere to properly... I would ask a good body shop
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10-04-2007, 12:13 PM
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My Ride: 2011, X6 Hybrid . Alpine White , every option. 20" Conti' NON runflats,OEM trunk spoiler , LUX V3 AE's , HP Thunder Fogs , custom front bumper reflector delete........
Originally Posted by Anthony517' post='478040' date='Oct 4 2007, 03:09 PM
Exactly what I hard also, the prep work is key. I was wondering if I should use sand paper (if so what grade) or just use a scuff pad?
I would use a very fine sand paper maybe 180 grit ,then a black primer, then two cots of your final color coat.Even a flat sealer would be a good idea.
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10-04-2007, 06:41 PM
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