Want matte black or CF exhaust tips
06-16-2009, 04:13 AM
#11
Contributors
Join Date: Mar 2009
Location: Nebraska
Posts: 3,573
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally Posted by Anzafin' post='913046' date='Jun 16 2009, 06:08 AM
Yes, just put a wooden block between the edge and the hammer 
.
v_therussian: Go for option 1, and if it fails, you haven't lost much. However, concentrate on it. Don't take it just "an attempt", or it will fail. Do your best, and I'm sure you'll be satisfied.
I replied your mail, but after that I wondered that maybe there is some pointers after all to get a nice finish!
- apply very thin layers of paint
- many thin layers
- follow the instructions in the paint can
.v_therussian: Go for option 1, and if it fails, you haven't lost much. However, concentrate on it. Don't take it just "an attempt", or it will fail. Do your best, and I'm sure you'll be satisfied.
I replied your mail, but after that I wondered that maybe there is some pointers after all to get a nice finish!
- apply very thin layers of paint
- many thin layers
- follow the instructions in the paint can
06-16-2009, 06:03 AM
#13
Contributors
Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: Cyprus
Posts: 722
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally Posted by tex_phil' post='913141' date='Jun 16 2009, 04:54 PM
Can the CF stand up to the heat of the muffler?
06-16-2009, 06:19 AM
#14
Contributors
Thread Starter
Join Date: Aug 2008
Location: Zoo York
Posts: 9,986
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
My Ride: Alpine White 2006 530Xi (SLD)
Originally Posted by tex_phil' post='913141' date='Jun 16 2009, 09:54 AM
Can the CF stand up to the heat of the muffler?
06-16-2009, 06:28 AM
#15
Contributors
Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: Cyprus
Posts: 722
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally Posted by v_therussian' post='913164' date='Jun 16 2009, 05:19 PM
I trade index futures and some FX futures for a fund.
Think I should practice on smth before I do it?
Proper CF can withstand almost any temps an exhaust will throw at it. That being said, at 30 per tip, I have doubts its even real CF, so I'm definitely leaning towards painting. Actually, "leaning" is the wrong word - I am painting my tips soon as I have the time. But yes, CF in its proper composition is more heat-resistant than steel, if I'm not mistaken.
Think I should practice on smth before I do it?
Proper CF can withstand almost any temps an exhaust will throw at it. That being said, at 30 per tip, I have doubts its even real CF, so I'm definitely leaning towards painting. Actually, "leaning" is the wrong word - I am painting my tips soon as I have the time. But yes, CF in its proper composition is more heat-resistant than steel, if I'm not mistaken.
Thay have a very high feed back and the item description says it is real CF, I am leaving work now anyway so will measure the tips tonight.
If they fit I will buy them and let you guys know.
06-16-2009, 06:35 AM
#16
Contributors
Thread Starter
Join Date: Aug 2008
Location: Zoo York
Posts: 9,986
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
My Ride: Alpine White 2006 530Xi (SLD)
Originally Posted by selbycy' post='913176' date='Jun 16 2009, 10:28 AM
Thay have a very high feed back and the item description says it is real CF, I am leaving work now anyway so will measure the tips tonight.
If they fit I will buy them and let you guys know.
If they fit I will buy them and let you guys know.
and the tips melt one day hahaha
06-16-2009, 09:20 AM
#20
Contributors
Join Date: Dec 2007
Location: St. Louis Burbs, USA
Posts: 8,998
Likes: 0
Received 1 Like
on
1 Post
My Ride: 2007 530i. Purchased 6/28/07. Titanium Silver Metallic, Black Dakota Leather, Dark Poplar Trim, Steptronic, Premium Package, Cold Weather Package, Bluetooth, Adaptive Control Xenons. 10/30/07 Added OEM 124s with 245/40/18 & 275/35/18 Michelin Pilot Sport A/S tires. Installed red Cal Covers� from BavAuto. 11/21/07 Added OEM all-weather floor mats (for winter, carpet in summer) and coat rack. 6/26/08 installed M5-style rear spoiler. 6/30/08 put on red reflectors. 8/22/08 Euro turn signal stickers applied. 3/20/09 Installed Shadowline Trim. 3/27/09 Added Matte Black Kidney Grilles from Trinity. 4/03/09 Installed Bimmian Shadow Matte Black 530i Badges. 4/04/09 Installed LED license plate lights from Trinity. 5/01/09 Installed Brabus Interior LED Kit and White Angel Eyes. 5/02/09 Put in Brabus 6K Fogs. 5/14/09 Removed charcoal filter. 5/15/09 Installed light smoke LED side marker lamps from Trinity. 5/21/09 Sprint Booster. 6/12/09 Painted exhaust tips flat black. 6/13/09 Pulled red Cal Covers and painted calipers low gloss black. 6/27/09 RPI Ram Air Scoop from Trinity. 8/15/09 Installed Brabus's silver invisibulbs front and rear. 9/24/09 Installed R-Dash license plate LEDs from Brabaus (John).
I just used Anza's DIY this weekend on mine. Easy to remove, sand, wash, spray a few times and bake a few times in the oven. So far, so good. If I messed it up and it flakes, then I'll buy some black ones. Otherwise, I'm only out $8 for the high temp paint. - Calvin