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Old 03-27-2012, 03:50 PM
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Well I'm tired of my front and rear badges looking so bad. I have the infamous 07 badge where the clear coat fades or whatever, either way...they look terrible. Does anyone have a write-up on on how to paint them? I would like to paint them blue again but I'll go black if it's easier. Also, I figured since the grille will be off I may touch it up too...recommendations? My guess says a light sanding then some rustoleum semi-gloss and a clear coat for the grille. Again, no idea on the badges! Thanks.
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plasti dip
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I want a little more permanent.
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its pretty permanent lol....i mean i know its not but mine are holding up well
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I had that problem painted the front and back black and got 09 fender badges.
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Come on! Somebody chime in on how they did it!
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They sell different color over lays on ebay...
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I rather paint it because I want to eventually get a FX2 grille
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Tape, sand and then spray with krylon fusion paint. I used flat black or you can use gloss. Sanding helps it adhere a little better.



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