Peeling center console film remedy?
- Thread starter JD Cross
- Start date
LarryNSX made a prototype CF replacement ( not some cheap overlay) that has screw tabs for OEM location that I saw.
He said he'll have more made...... when he's free time opens up.
Other option is to have it painted or peel off completely for all white look.
He said he'll have more made...... when he's free time opens up.
Other option is to have it painted or peel off completely for all white look.
I did mine, and it came out good. Im happy with it.
DIY
http://www.nsxprime.com/forums/showthread.php?t=35975
But Joe can make it perfect
Joe @ Vinces Auto Body PM: pbassjo
www.vincesautobodyworks.com
Will you are indeed a resourceful person, from turbo's to windows to consoles
I'll call you when I get to Vancouver
Jim
start peeling!
Attachments
Ahh, enough for tonight. The shadow areas are hard to peel cause the plating is thin. Darn, can't load my attachments for some season.
The plastic itself has a smooth surface, but if you really want the paint to stick its typically a good idea to sand to increase surface area, prime, sand then paint.
Then again I dont know what coatings you will be using so maybe you have something that does not need these prep steps.
I would defiantly sand and prep the part to insure the surface is consistent and no contaminates are on the part. This will effect your final finish quality.
I have a couple of chips around the coin tray on my console. Since I am removing the console to have my CCU refurbished I think it would be prudent to look into taking care of this.
What kind of implement did you use in this "peeling" process?
Would it be faster (and mabye more fun) to use a some sort of paint remover?
Appreciate the input,
Matt
start peeling!
What kind of implement did you use in this "peeling" process?
Would it be faster (and mabye more fun) to use a some sort of paint remover?
Appreciate the input,
Matt
You can but it wont remove the Foil under the paint. You will still have to peel / sand & paint.
I did mine a number of years ago. It's not fun. Some of it comes off in larger pieces .. but some is quite stubborn. The foil wraps around the sides and I had some luck using an exacto knife to start it peeling from there and then work around to the face. Go slow with even pressure. It's kind of like peeling price labels off things .. sometimes it goes well .. sometimes it doesn't. And as was mentioned, soaking doesn't help. I think one member sanded the foil off but I think that would be quite risky.. although you might be able to just sand the areas that were lifting. But then you run the risk of other areas lifting and having to have it sprayed again. Personally, I think it's better to just do it and get it done. I had mine painted by a local franchisee of a company that does interior touchups for auto body shops. Can't remember the name at the moment...sorry.
Similar threads
