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Sorry if I missed this in my search - has anyone here painted the black trim panels around the frunk? I've seen it on other sites, and it looks good. But I'm curious as to what primer to use, and what paint, because the plastic is flexible, and I suspect standard enamel may not hold up well. (I've seen some plastic paints that appear to be flexible.) Also, the side trim pieces mount on top of the main part, and I'm wondering how the paint holds up where they rub. Thanks for any help you can provide.
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2022 C8 convertible - LT2, Z51 - Torch Red w/Natural interior & blacked out wheels, nacelles and rear spoiler.
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Why? That just sounds like giving oneself a big maintenance headache. The black plastic is so maintenance free with a simple wipe down and no worries about damage.
Move along, there's nothing to see in there.
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I have seen where black STEK PPF has been used to cover that area.Originally posted by cybercat101 View Post2023 Z06: Hypersonic Gray HTC, two tone blue interior, CCB’s, 3LZ, E60, and with every visible carbon fiber option order-able including wheels. Lifetime, annual contributors, and 24 year members of National Corvette Museum. Home is the beautiful Pacific Northwest.Comment
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Not sure paint would hold up over time. A PPF would look much better than stock as well as be easier to clean and give you the look you are after. The cost might sway your thought process back to leaving it as is. But if you do go with PPF compared to stock, the finished look would be awesome.Last edited by Vette Interested; 12-31-2022, 05:26 PM.Comment
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That’s why I was asking about anyone who has done it - I’m thinking it’ll just scratch and chip. It’s strictly an “I’m bored” project - nothing I have a burning desire to do.Originally posted by Foosh View PostWhy? That just sounds like giving oneself a big maintenance headache. The black plastic is so maintenance free with a simple wipe down and no worries about damage.
Move along, there's nothing to see in there.
2022 C8 convertible - LT2, Z51 - Torch Red w/Natural interior & blacked out wheels, nacelles and rear spoiler.
Previous mid-engine cars: 1985/'91/'02 Toyota MR2s, 2005 Lotus EliseComment
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LOL - I was thinking of a $50 project. Don’t think I can do PPF for that!Originally posted by Vette Interested View Post
2022 C8 convertible - LT2, Z51 - Torch Red w/Natural interior & blacked out wheels, nacelles and rear spoiler.
Previous mid-engine cars: 1985/'91/'02 Toyota MR2s, 2005 Lotus EliseComment
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Holds up fine with no maintenance !Ceramic Matrix Gray Metallic LT2 Coupe, black interior, Z51, FE4, carbon flash trim, chrome wheels, edge red calipers, carbon flash/edge red fender hash marks, carbon flash painted ground effects & engine enhancement panels ...Comment
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Care to supply some details on what products you used and the process(es) you followed (e.g. surface prep, primer, etc.)?Originally posted by Daltonmc View Post
Holds up fine with no maintenance !Delivered 5/29!: Scarlet Fever 2021 2LT HTC, Red Mist Metallic Tintcoat, two-tone Natural w/ suede inserts, Mag Ride, Performance Exhaust, MRR 755 Gunmetal wheels, Soler throttle controller, SmartTop HTC controller
>15,000 miles
Proud member of the Old Dominion Corvette Club: https://www.olddominioncorvetteclub.org/
Never grow up - It's a trap.Comment
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Looks easier to maintain than stock. Nice work. Plenty to see in there!🙄Last edited by Vette Interested; 01-01-2023, 01:38 PM.Comment
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Thanks Daltonmc. Yes please another request for you to share how you did that.2023 Z06: Hypersonic Gray HTC, two tone blue interior, CCB’s, 3LZ, E60, and with every visible carbon fiber option order-able including wheels. Lifetime, annual contributors, and 24 year members of National Corvette Museum. Home is the beautiful Pacific Northwest.Comment
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Actually took the four pieces to a friend at his body shop.Ceramic Matrix Gray Metallic LT2 Coupe, black interior, Z51, FE4, carbon flash trim, chrome wheels, edge red calipers, carbon flash/edge red fender hash marks, carbon flash painted ground effects & engine enhancement panels ...Comment
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Daltonmc, that does look great.Coming soon: 2023 Z06 3LZ Coupe, GC5 Amplify Orange, HUO Jet Black/Adrenaline Red Interior w/Red custom stitch and 2 Tone, Stealth Interior, Interior Level 2 Carbon Fiber trim, Engine intake Red, E60 Lift, Carbon Flash/Edge Red Stinger Stripe, Carbon Flash-painted Carbon Fiber Wheels, Edge Red Z06 Badge, Carbon Ceramic Brakes, Orange Brake Calipers, Black Exhaust tipsComment
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Might you also please have a picture of it from straight on, for I am debating same for ours? It looks so good from the 1/4 angle.2023 Z06: Hypersonic Gray HTC, two tone blue interior, CCB’s, 3LZ, E60, and with every visible carbon fiber option order-able including wheels. Lifetime, annual contributors, and 24 year members of National Corvette Museum. Home is the beautiful Pacific Northwest.Comment
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Straight on viewAttached FilesCeramic Matrix Gray Metallic LT2 Coupe, black interior, Z51, FE4, carbon flash trim, chrome wheels, edge red calipers, carbon flash/edge red fender hash marks, carbon flash painted ground effects & engine enhancement panels ...Comment
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