Hayk

iTrader: (1)

Has anyone dealt with this paint problem themselves? How realistic is it to repair at home? I have cans of matched color coat, and a can of clear coat. I would like to find out what type of primer would be needed for this job.





Please share your experiences

speedkar9

When you said side view mirror cancer, I was thinking when the liquid leaks out of an auto dimming mirror, like this:

Mattstermh

Word choice. uh.

Hayk

iTrader: (1)

Did not mean to offend anyone. I simply want to address this age related issue. Would you guys know where I can more help? Is there a forum that would be good for painting advice?

LeX2K

Painting that is no different than metal body panels except the prep work. There are specific cleaners and prep agents for plastic that you must use. And scuff the surface with a Scotch-Brite pad not sand paper on the step just before cleaning/prepping for primer.

I've had great success with SEM Soap for cleaning interior parts I see no reason it won't work on the mirror. It makes the plastic very porous almost to the point of absorbing water.

speedkar9

You could also consider vinyl wrapping it...

mitmaks

I would sand it with 320 grit, then prime with some epoxy primer and wet sand that with 400-600 and then shoot your paint and clear coat it.
Good forum for autobody/mechanical advice here ------>>>> http://www.hotrodders.com/forum/paint/

cgdrennan

My mirrors look exactly the same. Started on my passenger side and just recently spread to the drivers side. Looking forward to seeing your end results!

OceanView

I have the same issue on both my mirrors.
OP: did you every do this? any advice for me before I get started?

1960vw

I had the same issue. Flake off loose paint with fingernail, wet sand 1000, then 2000 then 2500. Wipe clean with regular alcohol, let dry. Be sure to mask if still attached to door.Three coats of paint, follow instructions on wait time between coats. Two coats of clear , follow instructions, too. Not perfect but pretty enough to take to the prom!! See pics.

OceanView

looks good. What kind of paint is that? And where can i buy it from? I have the same silver color on my es.

1960vw

Called Dupli-color at Oreillys auto parts store. About $9.99 a can. I only needed one can of each.