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Old 09-23-2009, 07:37 PM   #1
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Default Rear Window Louver Paint Prep?

I have an aluminum rear window louver from Roush that I'm going to get painted. The guys at my paint shop that I could save some bills by preping it myself. Yet, they didn't tell me how and I didn't want to ask. So, my question is, How do i prep this thing? I'm guessing, cleaning it and hitting it with some 400 grit paper? Any suggetions?
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Old 09-23-2009, 08:07 PM   #2
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1200 would better
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Old 09-23-2009, 09:48 PM   #3
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I couldn't say, but my Ford dealerships bodyshop preped my aluminum Astra-Hammond (with the black powder coat) and painted to match my Alloy. After 1 1/2 years it still looks like the day it came out of their shop.

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Old 09-23-2009, 09:55 PM   #4
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Dang nuke, you out on the 3D carbon spoiler? I like it.

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Old 09-23-2009, 10:01 PM   #5
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If you like it, that's all that matters...
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just how much money will you save?
might be better to have the shop do it.
what color are you going to paint it?
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Old 09-23-2009, 10:15 PM   #7
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I'd save about $150. Not a huge deal, but if it's only some sanding, a six pack will get me through that. I'm having them paint it white.
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