The definitive paint thread. Nuff said.

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One of the very few Plasticoated cars done right. Work done by Raail, went with flat white. Me at Summit Point for 100DOD, photo by Mayday Garage.



Baltimore Import Alliance 2012 photo by Stance Nation

[Lilman0128]

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Not sure if anybody has asked, but what paint on car and rims?

[2muchboost]

PEDO I am kind of diggin the PlastiDip idea because of price and ease of application. What do you think of the product so far? The only thing that I worry about is longevity of the product as I have read that the PlastiDip is usually only good for about 3-6 months then has to be removed and reapplied. For some reason I was really diggin the Matte Red Supra that I saw on SF.

[Daze]

Kuro black, KH3

[blueshark123]

Originally Posted by 2muchboost

PEDO I am kind of diggin the PlastiDip idea because of price and ease of application. What do you think of the product so far? The only thing that I worry about is longevity of the product as I have read that the PlastiDip is usually only good for about 3-6 months then has to be removed and reapplied. For some reason I was really diggin the Matte Red Supra that I saw on SF.

Dont do it not worth it honestly waste of time and money. I did it to a buddies car in white non the less shit needed a ton of coats and his car was originally white and it peeled off in certain places quickly. Its for sure a 10 foot car, in pics it looks nice but when you look close it looks like shit. Im anal when it comes to stuff like that.

I rather invest in a gun and paint it for real even with a shitty job it looks better then plasti-dipping and it will last you a lot longer.

[CurleyMerkin14]

Originally Posted by Flaco S14

do you happen to have the color code for the paint?

Idk if thus has been answered but it looks to be Mazda spirited green... had my wheels this color

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Originally Posted by 2muchboost

PEDO I am kind of diggin the PlastiDip idea because of price and ease of application. What do you think of the product so far? The only thing that I worry about is longevity of the product as I have read that the PlastiDip is usually only good for about 3-6 months then has to be removed and reapplied. For some reason I was really diggin the Matte Red Supra that I saw on SF.

This is not the Dipyourcar.com kit. Their kit has no UV protection and has to reapplied as often as you mentioned because of the fading. This is a specific formula that the shop that did my car developed after using gallons upon gallons of testing. It is very convenient because you don't need a chemicals permit like for a paint booth. Although using one helps a lot. If you have more specific questions about it you can shoot him a email [email protected]

Originally Posted by blueshark123

Dont do it not worth it honestly waste of time and money. I did it to a buddies car in white non the less shit needed a ton of coats and his car was originally white and it peeled off in certain places quickly. Its for sure a 10 foot car, in pics it looks nice but when you look close it looks like shit. Im anal when it comes to stuff like that.

I rather invest in a gun and paint it for real even with a shitty job it looks better then plasti-dipping and it will last you a lot longer.

Mine was sprayed with a professional gun, again not the Dipyourcar.com kit. They use a cheap Wagner gun. A different product was used on my car. It is smooth to the touch and up close looks just as good up close then 10 feet away. Here is an pic up close.

[2muchboost]

Gotcha....yeah m looking for something rather cheap and something that will last me a yer or so. He cost of my build killed my wallet so will have to wait some time for a real paint job. I appreciate he info. PEDO i appreciate it i will hit you up with questions

[sharad909]

I would believe that's grey metallic. Im painting my s13 grey metallic

[mr_eh]

GM Arctic White

[blueshark123]

Nice now do something about those headlights.

[mr_eh]

Originally Posted by blueshark123

Nice now do something about those headlights.

60k+ into the car and I really really do not feel like spending 300$ on headlights - gonna try the turtle wax kit and see if it does anything =|

[benarovi]

get rubbing compound put it on them let it sit for 5 minutes then rub it off with pressure they look pretty good. just doesn't last that long

[silviaks2nr]

Just get the clear covers, they are like $150 and make the car not look like a camry. For 60k that thing better have a stroker big single 2j and a stand alone!

I'm going to be spraying a buddy's s14 kouki in deep impact blue metallic in a couple weeks. really excited about it.

[mr_eh]

Originally Posted by benarovi

get rubbing compound put it on them let it sit for 5 minutes then rub it off with pressure they look pretty good. just doesn't last that long

yeah that's pretty much all the turtle wax kit is, i dont mind doing it often - the turtle one was recommended by a supra guy with the mk3 said it held up nicely.

Originally Posted by silviaks2nr

Just get the clear covers, they are like $150 and make the car not look like a camry. For 60k that thing better have a stroker big single 2j and a stand alone!

I'm going to be spraying a buddy's s14 kouki in deep impact blue metallic in a couple weeks. really excited about it.
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clear covers? dunno what those are. and no I don't have a big single 2j... it's just an sr20.

[sharad909]

That's sexy ass rims

[mr_eh]

Originally Posted by sharad909

:O
60k+?? Really.
It's a sexy car but where did all the money go?

here

>> braking
z32 30MM Aluminum 4 Piston Front and 2 Piston Rear Calipers
Hawk Pads
Brembo Rotors
z32 E-Brake Assembly, R32 E-Brake Lines
Meiji Performance 5 Lug Hub & Spindle
240sx->300zx Stainless Steel Brake Lines w/ Teflon Coating
z32 Brake master Cylinder

>> drivetrain
Mazworx SRVG Adapter Kit
Mazworx Z32 Transmission - Cleaned/Inspected/Machined For Adapter Plate + replaced with brand new synchros(was grinding 3rd to 4th)
Mazworx Scatter Shield
Exedy Ceramic Triple Plate
Os Giken Rear 1.5 way Diff

>> electronics
APEXi Power Fuel Commander
APEXi Turbo Timer
AEM Tru Boost Gauge +30psi sensor :X
AEM Oil Pressure Gauge
AEM Uego
S13 SR Harness

>> suspension
Tein Super Street Coilovers
OEM Replacement Inner/Outer Tie Rods
Stance Aluminum Diff. Bushing Set
Stance Aluminum Subframe Bushing Set

>> exterior / cosmetic
Zenki JDM OEM Rear Valances
Zenki OEM S14 Lip
Zenki JDM OEM Sideskirts
Seibon OEM Carbon Fiber Hood
Seibon OEM Carbon Fiber Trunk
Origin 30mm Rear Over Fenders
Origin 20mm Front Fenders
5zigen FN01R-C powder coated Shimmer Candy Teal
Rear 17×10 5×114.3 +12 w/ g-Force T/A Drag Radial 2 275/40/17
Front 17×9 5×114.3 + 15 w/ g-Force T/A KDW 2 245/40/17
Project Kic Titanium Lugs

>> fuel
Twin Walbro 255lph
RC Engineering 1000cc Injectors
Aeromotive Fuel Pressure Regulator
Greddy Fuel Rail

>> go slow
Full Race Turbo Kit
Gen 2 SR RWD Prostreet Twinscroll T4 Manifold
Gen 2 SR RWD 3.0in. Downpipe
Tial 44mm Wastegate x 2
Garrett GT35r 1.06 a/r
Optional FR S13 240SX/Silvia FMIC
Tial 50 mm BOV
Built By Pride Performance Engine Components:
SR20DET
Bored .20 Over
JE 2618 T6 Forged Pistons
Manley Turbo Tuff I-Beam Rods
Tomei Wrist Pins
Nismo Billet Crank
Nismo high Tencil Bearing Cap Bolts
Timken main and thrust bearings
ARP Head Studs
3 Angle Valve Job by JGY Customs
Greddy Rocker Arm Stoppers
Brian Crower Springs/Guides/Retainers
Greddy Intake Manifold
Greddy Oil Pan
Nismo Coil packs
HKS Step 2 264/272 Cams
Nissan Sr20det Full Gasket Set
Greddy Cam Gears
Cosworth Head Gasket
HKS Hi-Power Exhaust
Ebay TB port matched
ATI Super Damper Harmonic Crank Pulley
Greddy Oil Relocation Kit
Greddy Sandwich Plate
AMS? Catch Can

>> cooling
3"x 6" Turbo Flex Section
Flexlite Fans 14" Fans x 2
Koyo Radiator End Flow Setup
Setrab Oil Cooler/B&M 11x8 1.5 inch 1/2 " npt

>> audio
Pioneer DEH-P7200HD
Boston Acoustics SC60
JL Audio 10W3v3
Alpine MRP-M500
Atrend E10S B Box Series

[sharad909]

Oops. I posted that twice. Sill getting used to it with my phone lol

[sharad909]

Damnnnn that's some crazy mods bro. Great job.

[cchondro]

Love that paint ^

[blueshark123]

Circuit Sports S14 Zenki Headlight Cover these covers if not i can buff them for you to almost new for 35 bucks

[dbiz]

Lavender Frost Metallic (lg1). putting aero on it soon and getting it repsprayed two tone with LG1 (lavender frost metallic) on top and regular two tone metallic on bottom. I really wanted an original two tone but i fell in love with this color so im combining them hahaha.

[mr_eh]

Originally Posted by blueshark123

Circuit Sports S14 Zenki Headlight Cover these covers if not i can buff them for you to almost new for 35 bucks

do those involve taking the oem lense off? certainly slapping them over the stockers wouldnt do anything?

and much obliged for the buff offering but shouldnt be a prollem for me to get in there

[blueshark123]

Yea u need to remove oem lense. Its a pretty simple task if you know what to do.

[KiLLeR2001]

Originally Posted by dbiz

Lavender Frost Metallic (lg1). putting aero on it soon and getting it repsprayed two tone with LG1 (lavender frost metallic) on top and regular two tone metallic on bottom. I really wanted an original two tone but i fell in love with this color so im combining them hahaha.

Awesome. That's exactly what I would do if I had a Lavender Frost coupe. If you do it properly it will look very good. 463 is the paint code for the dark grey metallic two-tone bottom half.

Good luck!

edit:

Photoshop time...

[s13Kurt]

Could someone point me in the direction of a khaki/peanut butter color code?

[flipmike22]

Originally Posted by mr_eh

GM Arctic White

Color code on those wheels? And is it anodized...

[mr_eh]

they are powder coated Shimmer Candy Teal - up close they have like a glitter or sparkle in them, got them done through pride motorsports in jersey! There's some diff angles/upclose in my build thread

[dbiz]

Originally Posted by KiLLeR2001

Awesome. That's exactly what I would do if I had a Lavender Frost coupe. If you do it properly it will look very good. 463 is the paint code for the dark grey metallic two-tone bottom half.

Good luck!

edit:

Photoshop time...

holy shit! thanks for the shop! hahaha. looks really good . i cant wait

[Pinggg]

R32 KH2 Gumetal Grey Metallic.