SC- 1st Gen (1992-2000)

Dash and Console Paint

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old 08-13-10, 01:40 PM
  #1  
Exthultu
Pole Position
Thread Starter
iTrader: (3)
 
Exthultu's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2010
Location: Texas
Posts: 321
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default Dash and Console Paint

Hey guys, what type/brand of paint would you recommend to use that won't run or fade? Is there any techniques to know for preping the dash or center console shroud before the paint is applied? Share your knowledge!
Old 08-13-10, 01:48 PM
  #2  
codye3m
Rookie
iTrader: (1)
 
codye3m's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2009
Location: nc
Posts: 86
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default

make sure u clean the area u want to be painted, bc of the oils and dirts
Old 08-13-10, 01:58 PM
  #3  
turbodremz
Lexus Champion
iTrader: (18)
 
turbodremz's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: TX
Posts: 4,870
Likes: 0
Received 4 Likes on 4 Posts
Default

SEM vinyl/fabric paint. Use a 3M or SEM adhesion promoter before painting.
Old 08-13-10, 02:06 PM
  #4  
Kira X
美少女戦士セーラームーン

iTrader: (24)
 
Kira X's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: 東京都
Posts: 11,204
Received 417 Likes on 343 Posts
Smile

Originally Posted by turbodremz
SEM vinyl/fabric paint. Use a 3M or SEM adhesion promoter before painting.
Exactly what he said!
Old 08-13-10, 06:06 PM
  #5  
Exthultu
Pole Position
Thread Starter
iTrader: (3)
 
Exthultu's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2010
Location: Texas
Posts: 321
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default thanks guys

Where would be the one stop shop to get said materials???
Old 08-13-10, 06:16 PM
  #6  
scviolence
Lexus Champion
iTrader: (17)
 
scviolence's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: FL
Posts: 1,649
Received 3 Likes on 3 Posts
Default

ebay u can ususally buy a case or there website...
Old 08-13-10, 06:42 PM
  #7  
turbodremz
Lexus Champion
iTrader: (18)
 
turbodremz's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: TX
Posts: 4,870
Likes: 0
Received 4 Likes on 4 Posts
Default

Originally Posted by Exthultu
Where would be the one stop shop to get said materials???
ebay, pepboys, autozone, and a hand full of other auto parts stores..btw, where in TX are you?
Old 08-13-10, 07:52 PM
  #8  
MIGS
Lexus Champion
iTrader: (15)
 
MIGS's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: Orlando, FL
Posts: 2,368
Likes: 0
Received 3 Likes on 3 Posts
Default

Originally Posted by Exthultu
what type/brand of paint would you recommend to use that won't run...
there's no such thing as run-proof paint. if you don't do it right..or should i say...if u over do it, any and all paint will run.

the key is multiple light and even coats sprayed at an angle.


my dash is painted SEM landau black, and everyone who sees it, swears that it was not painted.

Last edited by MIGS; 08-13-10 at 10:00 PM.
Old 08-13-10, 09:26 PM
  #9  
Sc4Jr24
Driver
 
Sc4Jr24's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2010
Location: fl
Posts: 121
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default

can you guys post some pics? im interested in doin this also.
Old 08-13-10, 09:56 PM
  #10  
P.R.S.22
Lexus Champion
iTrader: (6)
 
P.R.S.22's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2008
Location: Florida
Posts: 2,213
Likes: 0
Received 2 Likes on 2 Posts
Default

Here are some pics of my car after using SEM dye for all the black pieces. Came out great and this was done last year and still looking as good as the day I had it done. It's all in the prep work as well as putting light, even coats and you will be set.











Last edited by P.R.S.22; 09-13-10 at 10:51 PM.
Old 08-13-10, 10:02 PM
  #11  
MIGS
Lexus Champion
iTrader: (15)
 
MIGS's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: Orlando, FL
Posts: 2,368
Likes: 0
Received 3 Likes on 3 Posts
Default

^i think i saw your car at the recent Lollicup meet..
Old 08-13-10, 10:14 PM
  #12  
P.R.S.22
Lexus Champion
iTrader: (6)
 
P.R.S.22's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2008
Location: Florida
Posts: 2,213
Likes: 0
Received 2 Likes on 2 Posts
Default

Originally Posted by MIGS
^i think i saw your car at the recent Lollicup meet..
I know I saw your car at the lollicup meet. I saw your SC and was waiting for you to get back to your car and then next thing I know I think you left Haha....when are you going to come out to the wednesday night meets for ClubLexus over at UCF? I've been waiting for you to come out over there.
Old 08-14-10, 07:29 PM
  #13  
MIGS
Lexus Champion
iTrader: (15)
 
MIGS's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: Orlando, FL
Posts: 2,368
Likes: 0
Received 3 Likes on 3 Posts
Default

Funny thing is, i found that meet purely by accident.

I just went to Lollicup to get a slush....and then all of a sudden i see all these dope cars. I was like WTF?! OH HELLZ YEAH! so i stuck a round for a while to see the goods.

and about the UCF meet.. i wasen't even aware of it.

Maybe i'll come through when my car gets repainted and is somewhat presentable. Cause right now my SC is looking cuh-razy with mismatched wheels and needing some TLC.

PM me some more info about the meet/time and stay in touch cause i dont know any other SC owners in the orlando area..

Last edited by MIGS; 08-14-10 at 07:32 PM.
Old 08-14-10, 07:39 PM
  #14  
1JZPWRD
1JZ Single SC400
iTrader: (59)
 
1JZPWRD's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: Alabama, Roll Tide!
Posts: 8,518
Likes: 0
Received 15 Likes on 12 Posts
Default

SEM is the only way to go. I have used on my seats, steering wheel and jsut about everthing inside, but the dash. So no pictures.
Old 08-15-10, 11:29 AM
  #15  
Exthultu
Pole Position
Thread Starter
iTrader: (3)
 
Exthultu's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2010
Location: Texas
Posts: 321
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default

SEM its is, it is possible to paint the door panels and the ugly grey window trim correct?


Quick Reply: Dash and Console Paint



All times are GMT -7. The time now is 02:50 PM.