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Old 10-13-15, 04:41 PM
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Things you need
- autodip gloss black paint
- painters tape
- news paper
- alcohol prep pads
- xacto knife




Step one



Clean the area. Wash, dry then wipe with alcohol pads

Step two


Tape the surroundings

Step three



Put newspaper everywhere! But not the door handle

Step five



Start spraying!!! You know the drill. Light coat then apply multiple coats. Like 5-8. Autodip chips very easy so apple some more

Step six
Wait for it to dry (about 10 mins)

Step seven


Take the tape out very carefully!

Step eight


Check for imperfections. Stuff like hanging paint, overspray and stuff

(Might touch up if needed)

Step nine


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Old 10-13-15, 05:34 PM
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Clean, I like it!

Great DIY guide!
Old 10-13-15, 05:59 PM
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Sweet!! It really makes the wheels pop. Thanks for posting
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In the process of drying..
As you can see i put a stud or something long enough to keep the door handle open. Having it open makes the painting the inside part easier.
Old 10-14-15, 07:44 PM
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I really like this over the chrome handles.
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