I've used Motorcycle engine paint "Satin Black" with good results on plastic grills - to give them a 'like new' look. I can't think of the manufacturer of the paint, but the can is yellow, and you can find it at most motorcycle shops - like Cycle Gear. The main thing you want to be sure of is that the surface of the plastic has to be free and clean of oils and dirt - otherwise the paint will not adhere correctly. (I've use a Ditzler Acriliclean? to clean parts before painting.) I'm sure if you wanted to be a perfectionist, a coat of primer first would not be a bad idea. That's been my experience, but I have no education in auto painting - so take my words with that caveat. Todd '88 Westy "Paul M. Hillbish" wrote: > Just a question since we are on the subject. I am going to be painting my > grill soon, and I am wondering if you can use body paint for the plastic, or > if it will eat it. I have a can of black auto spray paint that I am thinking > of using. The label says nothing about using it on plastic. I am just > wondering what the list has to say about it. I want it gloss black. > > --Paul-- |
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