Guest 1965cat Posted July 31, 2003 Share Posted July 31, 2003 I have the plastic components (glovebox cover, seatbelt retractor covers, etc) from my 65 Wildcat conv. that are faded and need refinished. This is my first attempt at a "garage" restoration and I have heard you can spray them with paint that is made for plastic or use a dye that can be rubbed? or sprayed on... What would give me the best results or are there other options? Keep in mind, this is the first time I will try this..Thanks,MarkBCA 37236 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
palbuick Posted July 31, 2003 Share Posted July 31, 2003 Welcome to the world of do-it-yourself.Recently saw that Krylon just introduced a spray paint can for plastic.I use Krylon spray paint on several projects with good results, like the satin black color.The paint usually cost around $5.00 a can, give it a try.Jim Schilf / palbuick@aol.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 70 Electra Posted August 1, 2003 Share Posted August 1, 2003 Go to a automotive paint store and get some SEMS brand interior paint. It's real thin and watery and is used "as-is"(without thinner). It can be made to standard interior colors (if the shop has listings for your car) or custom tinted to match a part. Use a standard automotive spray gun....if you have a small one, like for door jambs, that works even better.Fog the stuff on lightly, to avoid filling the grain. Because it's so thin, it works well for this. Make sure to clean the part THOROUGHLY first, with Prep-Sol or some other wax (silicone) and grease remover.Good Luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest John Chapman Posted August 1, 2003 Share Posted August 1, 2003 To go a step further, the SEM products are available in aerosol cans. They are the professional product of choice. Best source is probably an upholstery supplier, not a body shop or parts store. They have a full line of material that you'll need, paint, dye, cleaner, plastic prep, etc.http://www.semproducts.com/Cheers,John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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