my new eyelids
06-22-2009, 03:39 AM
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Alright these were taken in my garage, since its just been raining, the color matches perfectly, heres a pic wit lights and w/o lights ( srry big pics dnt know how to rezise them) and a bad camera 2, And alot of people be looking at my headlights all the time now lol
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06-28-2009, 12:09 PM
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Lookin' good rotary. I got my eyelids yesterday and laid down the paint and clearcoat on them last night, so I will probably mount them this evening once it's cooled down a bit.
I haven't really compared the paint match yet by putting them side by side, but from examining the eyelids on their own, it looks like it should be a very good match. I'll be sure to get some pictures up when I get them on.
Also, as a quick tip for painting, in case anyone needs it - always start spraying BEFORE you are actually over the piece you're painting, as starting the paint flow over the part will typically put down a thicker layer at your starting point. If you want to start in the middle of the part, start moving the can before you start spraying.
I haven't really compared the paint match yet by putting them side by side, but from examining the eyelids on their own, it looks like it should be a very good match. I'll be sure to get some pictures up when I get them on.
Also, as a quick tip for painting, in case anyone needs it - always start spraying BEFORE you are actually over the piece you're painting, as starting the paint flow over the part will typically put down a thicker layer at your starting point. If you want to start in the middle of the part, start moving the can before you start spraying.
06-28-2009, 04:00 PM
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Color match from the spray paint from www.automotivetouchup.com - I am pretty darn happy with the color.
Front and front side views...
Front and front side views...
06-28-2009, 05:11 PM
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I think the key was that I went a bit overboard on the paint. I was actually worried I had over-painted, but it turned out great. I used 4 coats each (4-6 passes each) of the basecoat and clearcoat, and the match was phenomenal. It's also possible I was just lucky and got a great batch of paint too.
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