| 07-26-2021, 11:09 PM | #1 |
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Still in progress
Going to paint the masked off areas in gloss black. Waiting for paint to try over night so I can hit it with some clear  Step 1. Clean engine cover using dish washer soap. Step 2. Scuff entire cover using 3M Scuff pad or a Brillo pad will work too. Step 3. Re-wash surface Step 4. Hit it with primer. I did 3 coats. Step 5. Wet sand with 1500 grit. Careful around edges as you will rip the primer right off. Step 5. Rinse and clean Step 6. Mask Step 7. Rinse and clean Step 8. Paint / clear Step 9. Compound and polish. |
| 07-27-2021, 08:43 AM | #2 |
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Looks like a good start and don't forget to post pics when completed!
Did you use a big piece of tape to mask those Pieces and cut away the excess with a knife? Looks clean |
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| 08-04-2021, 05:52 PM | #4 |
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Finished product
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| 08-08-2021, 12:25 PM | #8 |
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Great job! I did a similar DIY on my engine cover last summer and I must say it has held up really well. At least better than I expected. The biggest pain for me was the masking of the letters.....lots of trial and error!
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| 09-14-2021, 12:44 PM | #12 |
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Both covers look great!
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| 09-21-2021, 07:18 PM | #13 |
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Looks great!
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