Date:         Sun, 25 Mar 2001 22:51:49 -0800
Reply-To:     Todd Last <Rubatoguy@MINDSPRING.COM>
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From:         Todd Last <Rubatoguy@MINDSPRING.COM>
Subject:      Re: Help me choose Sunny's grill style!
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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--