Another DIY Thread... Painted Center Console To Match Exterior
#16
I just finished sanding a center console and I am ready to start the painting process. Should there be cure time for the adhesion promoter and primer or can you simply just keep applying layers of paint and clearcoat, right after, all at the same time at 15-20 minute intervals? Assuming I don't get any dirt or debris in the paint at any point.
#17
I just finished sanding a center console and I am ready to start the painting process. Should there be cure time for the adhesion promoter and primer or can you simply just keep applying layers of paint and clearcoat, right after, all at the same time at 15-20 minute intervals? Assuming I don't get any dirt or debris in the paint at any point.
I painted it yesterday. Three light wet coats of adhesion promoter, maybe 12 coats of metallic paint (4 wet then 8 dusting coats), then 4 coats of clear. If the paint wasn't metallic I don't think so many coats would have been needed.
I waited about 30 minutes between each different type of paint (primer, base, clear), but only 10 minutes between each coat.
It is the best paint job I've ever performed in my life. I can't wait until next weekend to wetsand, rub/polish, and install.
#18
In your sanding experience, did you sand sand sand until it was down to absolute bare plastic? I've currently pulled the pieces and spent a good 3 hours sanding with 220 last night. Right now they are all very scuffed and almost gray looking compared to the original black. I plan on doing another few hours tonight again with 220 and then hitting it up with some 400/600. Do you all think that will be sufficient? I also have the adhesion promoter to apply first.
#19
In your sanding experience, did you sand sand sand until it was down to absolute bare plastic? I've currently pulled the pieces and spent a good 3 hours sanding with 220 last night. Right now they are all very scuffed and almost gray looking compared to the original black. I plan on doing another few hours tonight again with 220 and then hitting it up with some 400/600. Do you all think that will be sufficient? I also have the adhesion promoter to apply first.
I did not notice any difference between the areas where I sprayed over the paint and areas that were bare plastic. The adhesion promoter did not behave poorly on top of the old paint. My console was not black though, it was a textured grey, I'm not sure if the paint is different.
I think you'll be ok. Since I used 120, I had to put a lot of coats of the adhesion promoter on. If 220 is the coarsest you used, you should need fewer coats. The paint and gloss barely cover any scratches, so the adhesion promoter does most of the cover work.
#20
How long was the console out of the car before you put it back in finished. Also, any issue with scratching the console when trying to install. My 2001 996 is Lapis blue with grey interior and a Lapis console would look great. Another issue I have is the leather component of the emergency brake handle is scuffed slightly. Any thoughts on keeping it grey and what to do to revitalize it
#21
How long was the console out of the car before you put it back in finished. Also, any issue with scratching the console when trying to install. My 2001 996 is Lapis blue with grey interior and a Lapis console would look great. Another issue I have is the leather component of the emergency brake handle is scuffed slightly. Any thoughts on keeping it grey and what to do to revitalize it
The clearcoat seemed very durable, and did not scratch during install despite some clumsy handling. I wouldn't bend it too much though, the paint could crack.
I'm not good with leather refinishing, so I can't help you there.
#22
Center console
I have seen a thread which shows step by step how to remove console in order to put in short shifter by the seller. I have a Tiptronic. Any idea how that pops out. Probably easiest is to call P dealer
Thanks for the prompt response. Oh What did you do with all the dangling switches while u drove it
Thanks for the prompt response. Oh What did you do with all the dangling switches while u drove it
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