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Terrandus

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Posted: September 29, 2004 at 1:04 PM / IP Logged

I want to pain my grey vinyl shift knob (automatic). For one its old and is looking a little ugly and worn out. I also want to change the color to a non glossy black color that'll match my black trim that goes around my radio. I have no idea what kinds of paint I need or how many layers. I was hoping you guys could point me in the right direction. I looked into buying another factory knob but the dealership wants over 100$ for it. I'm waiting to hear back from a few junkyards I've called, but I figured I'd post this while I wait. If you guys would like some pictures of the interior of my car let me know and I'll go take some for you.

dxav

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Posted: September 29, 2004 at 1:05 PM / IP Logged

Pep Boys/Advance Auto should have a vinyl paint. It is specifically designed for your application.

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Posted: September 29, 2004 at 5:19 PM / IP Logged

Vinyl prep + Vinyl dye = New shift knob

Some auto parts stores and most auto body supply shops will carry it. SEMs is probably the most popular brand.

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Depending on where you are, you can get custom color dye's put into an aerosol can. I did this for a Civic to change the color from blue to a semi gloss black and it turned out great. You have to make sure that you prep the vinyl REALLY well to get rid of any dirt inside the cracks of the vinyl otherwise the dye sticks to the dirt and eventuall the dirt will release and you see the color behind where the dirt fell off. Soap, water and an air nozzle ( 120 psi ) will clean out most of the vinyl and then I usually do gun wash followed immediately after with isopropyl alcohol. This will ensure that any grease or dirt/adhesive residue will be lifted.

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