austingta Posted November 28, 2014 Share Posted November 28, 2014 Is the color of the louvers / vents panel below the back windshield supposed to be semi-gloss or flat? I'm getting a new vinyl top in a couple of weeks and I need to paint that too.Thanks Frank Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RivNut Posted November 29, 2014 Share Posted November 29, 2014 Which ever one makes it match the vinyl.Ed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
68RIVGS Posted November 29, 2014 Share Posted November 29, 2014 The steel panel is intentionally machine embossed to simulate the vinyl pattern, so it should match the finish on the new vinyl top your getting Frank, usually a semi gloss finish will match the vinyl closer than a dull flat finish. '68 or '69 Rivieras without the vinyl roof option did not have the 'faux embossed' pattern on that rear panel, and they were void of any "T" clip studs for mounting the additional stainless trim found on vinyl topped cars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat Curran Posted December 8, 2014 Share Posted December 8, 2014 New vinyl will have a bit of a sheen to it so I wouldn't go with a flat finish. A semi-gloss may work but I would test it first. You may have to play with a gloss reducer until you get it right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
austingta Posted December 8, 2014 Author Share Posted December 8, 2014 Thanks guys! It goes into the trim shop Wednesday for new seat covers and top. More pics in a week or so. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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