Zatrekaz's Exterior Trim Project

Zatrekaz · November 3rd, 2009, 09:20 PM

Alright... been awhile since I made one of these threads, but here it is:

My newest project is going to involve some trim remastering on the car. This all started from me having to replace my wiper cowl due to a crack. This has led me to make something good out of something bad.

Project List

Paint the Mirrors Gloss Black
Paint the Wiper Cowl Gloss Black
Paint the Cobra Fog light Bezels Gloss Black
Paint my rear middle deck (between the taillights) Gloss Black
Paint the side emblems Red/Black

Supplies currently bought:

2 Cans of Automotive Gloss Black
1 Can of Automotive Clear
1 Can of Automotive Primer
1 Roll of Painter's Tape
1 Spindle of Fishing Line
2000 Grit sand paper (already had the rest)

Cost: $40

Will have before pics tomorrow hopefully with some more when I do the project. Cowl is coming in Thursday, project will be commenced on Sat.

dannyboy281 · November 3rd, 2009, 09:33 PM

are they spray cans or are you doing it with a spray gun

mustanginky · November 3rd, 2009, 09:33 PM

sweet man i wanted to see results since you posted you're going to be doing it.

WhtStang00 · November 3rd, 2009, 09:52 PM

+1 i want to see how to mirrors turn out. ive been thinking about painting mine white

00BlueMustang · November 3rd, 2009, 10:22 PM

Cant wait to see the finished project Zat

Zatrekaz · November 4th, 2009, 01:08 AM

Originally Posted by dannyboy281

are they spray cans or are you doing it with a spray gun

Cans... if you can find me a compressor that runs 13cfm at 30psi for less than $250 I will do spray gun

Zatrekaz · November 4th, 2009, 08:33 PM

Started the work today. I got the rear deck sanded with 320, 400, 600, 800, 1000, 2000. I know I skipped 1500... I dont think it will matter to much tho?

Got the side emblems off as well. Got about 2 coats of Black on one and 1 coat of primer on the other. Plan to do sand every 2 coats with 2000 grit very lightly so it comes off smooth, then a good number of sanded clears.

Waitting till this weekend to do the mirrors and fog bezels... Cowl comin in Thursday.

Redux · November 4th, 2009, 08:37 PM

/subscribe as always.

You should be very detailed on this because I would love to gloss my mirrors and cowl without out having to buy new ones!

=P

Zatrekaz · November 4th, 2009, 08:45 PM

Originally Posted by Redux

/subscribe as always.

You should be very detailed on this because I would love to gloss my mirrors and cowl without out having to buy new ones!

=P

Will do. The process will be same on all pieces. Wash with dawn, rub down with rubbing alchohol, dry, wet sand from 320-2000, clean with alcohol again, dry, prime, sand from 600-2000, color, sand with 2000, clear, sand with 2000

I would say 2-3 coats of primer, 3-4 coats of color, and as many clears as needed to make it glossy... atleast 5. These are thin coats as well... not heavy.

I hope I can get it the way I want... I really want this stuff to shine. Gonna get some polish as well to help the finishing process.

Redux · November 4th, 2009, 08:49 PM

The only obstacle I can think of that would need to be overcome would be trying to get it to be smooth gloss instead of the light texture on the stock mirrors.

Butters: "Do you know what I am saying?"

Zatrekaz · November 4th, 2009, 09:43 PM

Yep... thats why I am gonna go through a good bit of sanding and primer on them. I am gonna get it as smooth as possible, then prime it over and over until I can get it smooth, then the color will be sanded smooth as well as the clear.

heres to hoping it works

Redux · November 4th, 2009, 10:07 PM

+1

You also have a PM sir.

mattf0509 · November 4th, 2009, 11:13 PM

zat you are quite an inspiration most of my projects have been after your posts..cant wait to see when you finish this one up

StangGTR07 · November 4th, 2009, 11:33 PM

Zat, you think the primer is gonna get a good enough bite on that 2000 grit?

Zatrekaz · November 5th, 2009, 12:49 AM

Originally Posted by StangGTR07

Zat, you think the primer is gonna get a good enough bite on that 2000 grit?

Hmm, did not think about it. I thought the smoother the better?

Zatrekaz · November 5th, 2009, 09:11 PM

Alright, got some more work done today. I was able to get the fog light bezels off and start on them.

I was able to get rid of the textured material which means I will be able to do the same on the mirrors. I simply sanded the bezels with 320, 400, & 600grit sandpaper. I then blasted a thick layer of primer. Once dried, I sanded the same way but this time I went up to 800. A 3rd coat could be added for even more smoothness, but is not nessecary.

After sanding I applied the first black color coat. I sanded this with 1000 and 2000 grit, then added another layer of black. I should of done 3 layers, but I stopped at 2. The second bezel will have 3.

I then started the clear, sanding the first two layers with 1000 and 2000 grit then added a final layer which I will sand as well. I plan to do atleast 4 layers of clear.

The emblems are done as well, 1 coat of primer, 3 coats of color, 4 coats of clear.

The new cowl came in. One small piece came off one of the corners in shipping, but it did not produce a crack. Props to Tousley Ford

Zatrekaz · November 5th, 2009, 09:12 PM

After I do atleast another 2 sanded layers of clear the bezels should be really reflective.

Redux · November 5th, 2009, 10:02 PM

LOL @ random ass picture of the dead(sleeping)? dog behind the car.

Looking good!

I want your BOD.

Zatrekaz · November 6th, 2009, 12:49 AM

Originally Posted by Redux

LOL @ random ass picture of the dead(sleeping)? dog behind the car.

Looking good!

I want your BOD.

Ya, I ment for that to be in there Lol.

mattf0509 · November 6th, 2009, 09:35 AM

you should blackkout ur side reflectors while ur at it, great work btw looks nice

November 3rd, 2009, 09:20 PM	#1
Zatrekaz Wax on, Wax off 2003 Mustang V6 16.8@83.3 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Mississippi Posts: 6,618 iTrader: 12 reviews	Zatrekaz's Exterior Trim Project Alright... been awhile since I made one of these threads, but here it is: My newest project is going to involve some trim remastering on the car. This all started from me having to replace my wiper cowl due to a crack. This has led me to make something good out of something bad. Project List Paint the Mirrors Gloss Black Paint the Wiper Cowl Gloss Black Paint the Cobra Fog light Bezels Gloss Black Paint my rear middle deck (between the taillights) Gloss Black Paint the side emblems Red/Black Supplies currently bought: 2 Cans of Automotive Gloss Black 1 Can of Automotive Clear 1 Can of Automotive Primer 1 Roll of Painter's Tape 1 Spindle of Fishing Line 2000 Grit sand paper (already had the rest) Cost: $40 Will have before pics tomorrow hopefully with some more when I do the project. Cowl is coming in Thursday, project will be commenced on Sat. __________________ OEM Used 99-04 Dark Charcoal Carpet For Sale

November 3rd, 2009, 09:33 PM	#2
dannyboy281 MM Fanatic 2003 Azure Blue Mach 1 4,000 miles on the ODO Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: El Paso, Tx Posts: 4,423 iTrader: 0 reviews	are they spray cans or are you doing it with a spray gun __________________ FS: Mach 1 OEM Wheels 3K miles with NEW Nitto 555's 275/40/17's PM me http://www.moddedmustangs.com/forums...555s-rear.html

November 3rd, 2009, 09:33 PM	#3
mustanginky MM Fanatic 2000 gt Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: La grange, KY Posts: 3,982 iTrader: 2 reviews	sweet man i wanted to see results since you posted you're going to be doing it. __________________ Procharged 2000 5 Speed BAB GT, built motor, blower cams, speedy dyno tune 412 hp, 450 rw tq HARDCORE CREW BRIGHT ATLANTIC BLUE CREW #1 MEMBER

November 3rd, 2009, 09:52 PM	#4
WhtStang00 Hardcore Enthusiast 2000 Mustang V6 Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: CStat, Texas Posts: 1,006 iTrader: 1 reviews	+1 i want to see how to mirrors turn out. ive been thinking about painting mine white __________________ White 2000 V6 Mustang\|Black Saleens 18x9\|Flowmaster 40s\|AM CAI\|8000K HIDs\|SCT XCAL III/H&R SS

November 3rd, 2009, 10:22 PM	#5
00BlueMustang Hardcore Enthusiast 2000 Mustang Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Raleigh, North Carolina Posts: 1,726 iTrader: 0 reviews	Cant wait to see the finished project Zat __________________ *Detailing Crew Member* North Carolina Modded Mustangs #5

November 4th, 2009, 08:33 PM	#7
Zatrekaz Wax on, Wax off 2003 Mustang V6 16.8@83.3 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Mississippi Posts: 6,618 iTrader: 12 reviews	Started the work today. I got the rear deck sanded with 320, 400, 600, 800, 1000, 2000. I know I skipped 1500... I dont think it will matter to much tho? Got the side emblems off as well. Got about 2 coats of Black on one and 1 coat of primer on the other. Plan to do sand every 2 coats with 2000 grit very lightly so it comes off smooth, then a good number of sanded clears. Waitting till this weekend to do the mirrors and fog bezels... Cowl comin in Thursday. __________________ OEM Used 99-04 Dark Charcoal Carpet For Sale

November 4th, 2009, 09:43 PM	#11
Zatrekaz Wax on, Wax off 2003 Mustang V6 16.8@83.3 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Mississippi Posts: 6,618 iTrader: 12 reviews	Yep... thats why I am gonna go through a good bit of sanding and primer on them. I am gonna get it as smooth as possible, then prime it over and over until I can get it smooth, then the color will be sanded smooth as well as the clear. heres to hoping it works __________________ OEM Used 99-04 Dark Charcoal Carpet For Sale

November 4th, 2009, 11:13 PM	#13
mattf0509 Regular 2000 3.8L v6 when i finished track was closed Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Houston Posts: 153 iTrader: 0 reviews	zat you are quite an inspiration most of my projects have been after your posts..cant wait to see when you finish this one up

November 4th, 2009, 11:33 PM	#14
StangGTR07 Premium Member 2007 Mustang GT 5 speed Join Date: May 2009 Location: Alabama Posts: 2,169 iTrader: 0 reviews	Zat, you think the primer is gonna get a good enough bite on that 2000 grit? __________________ Sig Portfolio -New and improved.

November 5th, 2009, 09:11 PM	#16
Zatrekaz Wax on, Wax off 2003 Mustang V6 16.8@83.3 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Mississippi Posts: 6,618 iTrader: 12 reviews	Alright, got some more work done today. I was able to get the fog light bezels off and start on them. I was able to get rid of the textured material which means I will be able to do the same on the mirrors. I simply sanded the bezels with 320, 400, & 600grit sandpaper. I then blasted a thick layer of primer. Once dried, I sanded the same way but this time I went up to 800. A 3rd coat could be added for even more smoothness, but is not nessecary. After sanding I applied the first black color coat. I sanded this with 1000 and 2000 grit, then added another layer of black. I should of done 3 layers, but I stopped at 2. The second bezel will have 3. I then started the clear, sanding the first two layers with 1000 and 2000 grit then added a final layer which I will sand as well. I plan to do atleast 4 layers of clear. The emblems are done as well, 1 coat of primer, 3 coats of color, 4 coats of clear. The new cowl came in. One small piece came off one of the corners in shipping, but it did not produce a crack. Props to Tousley Ford __________________ OEM Used 99-04 Dark Charcoal Carpet For Sale

November 5th, 2009, 09:12 PM	#17
Zatrekaz Wax on, Wax off 2003 Mustang V6 16.8@83.3 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Mississippi Posts: 6,618 iTrader: 12 reviews	After I do atleast another 2 sanded layers of clear the bezels should be really reflective. __________________ OEM Used 99-04 Dark Charcoal Carpet For Sale

November 6th, 2009, 09:35 AM	#20
mattf0509 Regular 2000 3.8L v6 when i finished track was closed Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Houston Posts: 153 iTrader: 0 reviews	you should blackkout ur side reflectors while ur at it, great work btw looks nice

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