Re: [DML] painting louver

[dherv10@xxxx]

Walt, I agree and disagree. I have painted two of them and I cleaned 
the armorall off with soap and water and fantastic. I used 200 grit 
wet sand paper to get out small blemishes. Lightly sand. Then when I 
sprayed, I stood back as far as I could to get the paint on. and it 
also added the little rough finish to them like the original. The 
1200 degree grill I would think would do good, I just happened to use 
bumper black paint. They don't look hand painted. 
John

--- In dmcnews@xxxx, "Walter" <Whalt@xxxx> wrote:
> ***** Moderator's Note
> As with any automotive refinishing project, proper surface
> preparation and the correct tools are an important part of
> success. Consult with an autobody specialist before attempting
> any large-surface restoration for the proper techniques and tools.
> *****
> 
> Every repainted louver I have seen didn't look good. I think the 
problem
> starts from painting over Armor-all with the 'fish eye' effect 
coming
> through. Another mistake I have seen is people using a gloss 
paint. Gloss
> paint makes imperfections show up all the more.