Greg Makita

Hi

The black grill on my engine lid (81 SC)is looking a little tired (faded). Does anyone know if these can be painted and with what kind of product (spray can, etc.)

Thanks
Greg

87slant-nose-cabriolet

GREG,
TRY POWDER COATING IT SEMI FLAT BLACK. YOU,LL
BE HAPPY YOU DID. BACK IN MY DAYS OF MUSCLE CARS (EX-OWNER OF A 69 COPO CAMERO) IT
GOT TO THE POINT ON SOME OF THE PIECES THAT
JUST THE PREP TO PAINT THEM WAS MORE LABOR
COSTLY, THAN TO PAY FOR THE POWDER COATING.
I JUST DID MY DOOR HANDELS ON MY 911-CAB
AND THEY CAME OUT GREAT.
KEITH

Clark Griswald

You can't powder coat since it is plastic.

Instead of painting, try using a silicone based rubber and tire dressing. I've used Wesley's but there are a number of them on the market.

Use a stiff bristle brush to get between the rails. Take your time.

That tired looking grill will come up like new. And the finish will last a number of months, depending on how much sun and rain it sees.

good luck
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Chuck Moreland '86 Cab - "Sparky", '77 Targa - "Sweet Pea"

Bob D.

Chuck has the right idea, but if you are anti-silicone like me, another option is 303 Protectant.

Fantastic product for any of the black trim pieces on a 911.

aquabat911

there is also a product called Back To Black that i have found works well. It leaves the finish completely black while not shiney like tire dressing. The downside is that you will have to redo it every couple of months.