Color matched paint

Gadget

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• Apr 26, 2017

• #1

Let's say I wanted to paint the engine cover on my 14 Jk to match the jeep would the normal color match paint from a spray can stick to the cover or would I need a different type of paint?


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bruggymonster

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• Apr 26, 2017

• #2

You will most likely need high temp paint


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Gadget

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• Apr 26, 2017

• #3

Does the plastic snap on cover get that hot? I know the engine compartment gets pretty warm but I wouldn't think that piece would get that hot.


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JAGS

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• Apr 26, 2017

• #4

Gadget said:

Let's say I wanted to paint the engine cover on my 14 Jk to match the jeep would the normal color match paint from a spray can stick to the cover or would I need a different type of paint?


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I'm all about spray paint mods, but what is reason for painting?

 

Gadget

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• Apr 26, 2017

• #5

Something small and easy to give it a personal touch and I haven't seen it done. Just an idea I'm tossing around.


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GraniteCrystal

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• Apr 26, 2017

• #6

I've seen people do it. Personally, I think there's better use of time and resources, but if you like it, go for it. High temp paint probably not a bad idea but if the plastic were really getting that hot, it'd melt.

 

MTG

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• Apr 26, 2017

• #7

You intend to paint the plastic engine cover on the interior of the engine bay? :thinking: :naw:

 

Gadget

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• Apr 26, 2017

• #8

Bored at work, tossing around several ideas until I go to bed.


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NecessaryEvil

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• Apr 26, 2017

• #9

Would need a high temp paint. Plus, I would be worried about the rattle can paint cracking or flaking during any future cover removal (the cover is pretty flexible). Like others have said, your time and money would be better spent elsewhere (just an opinion).

 

tdougherty81

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• Apr 26, 2017

• #10

Previous owner painted mine red. Not sure what was used but it's holding up well.

 

Ddays

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• Apr 26, 2017

• #11

Gadget said:

Bored at work, tossing around several ideas until I go to bed.


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If it doesn't work work out and it gets screwed up you can have mine - it's sitting on a shelf waiting for me to get rid of it...

 

Gadget

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• Apr 26, 2017

• #12

tdougherty81 said:

Previous owner painted mine red. Not sure what was used but it's holding up well.

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Can you post a picture?


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zimm

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• Apr 26, 2017

• #13

I was going to recommend Krylon fusion, which is made for plastic, but according to their specs, they say it's only good to 125 degrees, and would fail in "under hood conditions". I guess you could try automotive primer, then spray on touch up, followed by clear. I'd skip any kind of hardener if you're mixing your own paint to spray.

 

tdougherty81

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• Apr 26, 2017

• #14

Gadget said:

Can you post a picture?


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There you go.

 

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Blink

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• Apr 26, 2017

• #15

Not my kind of idea but looks like the red paint job was done nicely!

 

buckweil

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• Apr 26, 2017

• #16

Found these online. Unfortunately it doesn't say what he used.

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tdougherty81

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• Apr 26, 2017

• #17

Blink said:

Not my kind of idea but looks like the red paint job was done nicely!

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I wouldn't have done my self but it was already done. I kinda of like it now and its the theme I went with it on my new build, red accents on Commando Green.