Just got turbo spoiler!! YEAH! But now I gotta paint :(

[AbsoluteGTR]

Hey! I just got my turbo spoiler in the mail, looks pimp as hell. But now comes the paint..Can I just use regular black gloss spray paint and then a clear coat?

How many coats would be necessary of the black gloss and of the clear coat?

Also if someone could give me directions on how to install, that would be great..Ordered spoiler off ebay and I received some "plastic t-locator strips"..How do these work?

THANKS!

[david-b]

You need to primer it first.

IDK how that spoiler attaches. When I did my TSi spoiler, it was pretty easy. Used chalk, and drew the outline on the car. Then drilled holes where they go. Use some good size bolts, and make sure it's snug. Make sure it doesnt leak.

[SilvrEclipse]

If you use spray paint it might not match the car exactly.

If your removing the old 3piece spoiler, let it be known you will have to cover up an assload of holes from the old one.

[AbsoluteGTR]

OhhI know I already remover the 3pc spoiler..I just spray painted the screws black temporarily!

Also, the ebay auction s"tated" that the spoiler is already primered and ready to paint! But how should it look when primered? (The spoiler is very very smooth!)

Also, The spoiler came with 4 holes for 4 bolts, is that enough? (two on each side)

[l_eclipse_l]

I would say 3 layers stock paint, 2 layers clear coat to be safe.

[Yungstar007]

AbsoluteGTR, did you win yours from Maxspeed Motorsports?

I just got my turbo spoiler last week also:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=8009833928

That was the auction. Extremely fast shipping.

Now I gotta paint also, will probably do next week.

[ez1286]

Just a suggestion, buy new primer, do a light sanding with 400-grit, clean it with acetone (or similar), then prime with the same brand of paint, you can get "exact" matches from duplicolor. make sure the surface is VERY smooth before you paint you might want to wet sand with like 1500+. The better it looks/feels before painting the better it will look when done.

[AbsoluteGTR]

Ohh Ok! Its got to be smooth! Good the spoiler is already extremely smooth!

Also if someone could tell me what those plastic t-locator strips are for and how they are used!

Also, if someone wouldn't mind posting soem pics of their turbo spoiler so I know exactly how to mount and where to place!

THANKS!

[91 Eclipse]

in my area i can take it to MATC an they will paint it for free alls i have to do is pay for materials. so if you have something like this in your area you could check it out

[97GSTspyder]

i wouldn't sand/wet sand it with anything above 800 before painting. if it's too smooth or shines, the paint will not stick. i'd say clean the hell out of it, prime it, sand the primer with like 400-600 grit. clean off the surface the best you can. then 3 coats of color, 3 coats of clear. the first coat of clear you won't be happy with since the color coats eat up the clear, this is why you need more than 1 coat. let it dry for a while (AT LEAST a day), then if you see any orange peel, etc then wetsand with 1500-2500. be careful around edges, because paint is weakest around edges. then buff/polish... ALSO, make sure not to paint outside. especially if there's a lot of moisture and/or if it's too cold.

[AbsoluteGTR]

Alright everyone, well i already gave it 3 coats of black paint..tommorrow I shall give it 2 clears!

But when it comse time to install, what will those plastic t-locator strips do? (Does ANYONE know what I am talking about lol??)

Also the whole paint job on the car is semi/almost dull..so...in a couple months I might get a paintjob for it (black of course). If I was to go to Maaco, how much would it be for a decent and cheap paintjob that shines like from the factory?? (I dont want anything to expensive)!


THANKS!

[Yungstar007]

I believe the locator t-strips are to assist you in lining up the spoiler before drilling.

[AbsoluteGTR]

Originally Posted by Yungstar007

I believe the locator t-strips are to assist you in lining up the spoiler before drilling.

Thanks..I figured that much out! lol

But how do I know where to place them??

THANKS!

[-Josh-]

Originally Posted by AbsoluteGTR

Alright everyone, well i already gave it 3 coats of black paint..tommorrow I shall give it 2 clears!

But when it comse time to install, what will those plastic t-locator strips do? (Does ANYONE know what I am talking about lol??)

Also the whole paint job on the car is semi/almost dull..so...in a couple months I might get a paintjob for it (black of course). If I was to go to Maaco, how much would it be for a decent and cheap paintjob that shines like from the factory?? (I dont want anything to expensive)!


THANKS!

Just remember, when you get a Maaco paint job you GET what you PAY for. Those guys have been known to paint cars for $200, only problem is, you get a $200 paint job... This is why it's good to have a friend who will paint your car for you



Wonder how the Spyder would look with that spoiler....