painting chrome parts

[lking]

i want to paint both front and rear chrome parts (not sure what they are called) what options do i have? I was thinking i could just buy some spray paint but will it last? should i sand off the chrome first?

how can i pull these parts off? do i have to take off the bumpers?

 

[nelliott500]

Not sure how the trim pieces come off, but you will want to scuff them up and use primer before painting.

 

[JoshMcMadMac]

Rough it up, spray it with self-etching primer, then paint it.

 

[NickT88LSC]

rough it up, spray it with self-etching primer, then paint it.

+1

 

[dNyce LS]

Be sure to scuff ALL the chrome, and use enough self etching primer, and enough clear coat.
I learned the hard way lol. My grille is ugly right now lol

 

[manoli]

Be sure to scuff ALL the chrome, and use enough self etching primer, and enough clear coat.
I learned the hard way lol. My grille is ugly right now lol

You could buy the one I have for sale and start over lol

 

[RigsLS]

Speaking of Grilles, what would you take on that mclaren Manoli ?

 

[manoli]

Speaking of Grilles, what would you take on that mclaren Manoli ?

Lol it's not for sale sorry

 

[RigsLS]

Let me know when your rent is due ?

j/k

 

[lking]

does anyone how i can take them off? i tried pulling one off i heard a noise something fell into the bumper but i couldnt get it out now the end is lose

 

[Hawk03]

does anyone how i can take them off? i tried pulling one off i heard a noise something fell into the bumper but i couldnt get it out now the end is lose

I'm pretty sure you have to take the bumper off and bend the clips back that are holding them on.

 

[jolinc01]

Rough it up, spray it with self-etching primer, then paint it.

Make sure you use adhesion promoter too. You can get all the supplies at your local parts store for around $35.

I'm pretty sure you have to take the bumper off and bend the clips back that are holding them on.

You sir are correct.

 

[lking]

Rough it up, spray it with self-etching primer, then paint it.

1.sand off the chrome using sand paper

what grit?

2.spray it with self-etching primer

does this come in a spray can? never-mind stupid question

3.paint it

with what? spray paint can? or home paint like what you use for walls

this is my first time doing something like this so i have no idea

what kind of black paint metallic black?

 

[lking]

Make sure you use adhesion promoter too. You can get all the supplies at your local parts store for around $35.


You sir are correct.

when do i use the adhesion promoter before prime and paint after sanding ?

 

[M4rk]

Make sure you use adhesion promoter too. You can get all the supplies at your local parts store for around $35.

Multiply that by 3x in Canada.

lking: stop being a baby, google is your friend.

 

[dNyce LS]

This is how i did it
http://www.lincolnvscadillac.com/showthread.php?t=74159

I painted the chrome while it was still on the car (except the grille).

 

[jolinc01]

1.sand off the chrome using sand paper

what grit?

2.spray it with self-etching primer

does this come in a spray can? never-mind stupid question

3.paint it

with what? spray paint can? or home paint like what you use for walls

this is my first time doing something like this so i have no idea

what kind of black paint metallic black?

when do i use the adhesion promoter before prime and paint after sanding ?

Steps (just what I did)
1. Sand (400,600,800 grit)
2. Clean
3. Adhesion promoter (2-3 coats)
4. Primer (3-4 coats)
5. Wet sand (1000 grit)
6. Paint (3-6 coats, I use duplicolor colormatch from the parts store)
7. Wet sand again (1500 grit)
8. Clear (3-6 coats)

 

[dNyce LS]

Make sure you allow time to dry

 

[embe]

you'd want to sand the chrome enough to make it 'dull', don't worry about sanding the chrome right off.

pay close attention to the sharp edges, besides the shiny flat areas this will likely be where it peels first if not done properly.

clean it with IPA (rubbing alcohol, not pale ale)

make sure primer, paint, and clear coat types of paint are compatible.

Some types don't need to dry between coats. follow instructions on label. resist doing a single thick coat, do multiple thin coats (again most of this stuff is on the label)

good luck and post pics when done

 

[lking]

Thank you

i wont get started right away but i will get it done eventually and i will post pictures for sure when i'm done

 

[lking]

before


before


before



after


sanded with 400,600,800 sand paper now ready to addhesion promoter,prime,paint,and clear coat

 

[lking]

cannot find adhesion promoter what if i skip this step?

 

[M4rk]

The paint will probably flake off eventually. Have you tried Cdn Tire and NAPA? C'mon you live in the GTA, phone around.

 

[dNyce LS]

cannot find adhesion promoter what if i skip this step?

Then you wont promote adhesion...

 

[lking]

ok got it all from the local Canadian tire except the paint they didnt have anymore black ford left could i use the black they have for Honda or Chrysler?

whats the black OEM paint called on these cars they had blackburn black misca black and metallic black


i returned the bottle on the far left side Acrylic Enamel it wasn't an actual clear coat just a high glass and got actual clear coat