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Don't like chrome? Me either!

Old 07-17-2012, 04:16 PM
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Default Don't like chrome? Me either!

I've always disliked the chrome interior bits on the Mustang, such as the door handles and the silvery bits around the steering wheel and chrome center cap.

So I bought some 3M black matte vinyl wrap and rolled up the sleeves on my DIY-omatic.

It was easy, I have no experience with 3M black matte vinyl. A little common sense and heat gun go far. I did it this morning -- took me about 2 hours.

Results:
First image is a stock steering wheel I found online.
Second image is my steering wheel, notice the lack of silver spokes around the outside and the center cap is blacked (except the cobra).
Third image is my door handles.





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Old 07-17-2012, 04:21 PM
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Looks better, I like it. However I never really paid much attention. I just know my steering wheel feels ten times better than the 90's cars I owned before this one
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Old 07-17-2012, 04:25 PM
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Yeah they do feel good. No complaints in that department.
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Old 07-17-2012, 05:13 PM
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looks great! I thought I was the only one who didn't like chrome. I'm so glad the "OMG I NEED BILLET ERRYTHANG" phase has finally passed by.
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Old 07-17-2012, 05:42 PM
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Turned out really well, I think it looks great. I don't personally mind the metal accents in the cabin but it's sweet that you disliked it and got the job done fixing it up the way you like
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Old 07-17-2012, 05:44 PM
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i like it a lot its a nice custom touch
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Old 07-17-2012, 05:58 PM
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The black will probably hold up better and is more easily replaced than the factory coating. Nice work.
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Old 07-17-2012, 06:01 PM
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i dont really mind the Chrome accents on the interior. Just have a problem with it on the exterior. But I get what you mean. Looks like it turned out really nice. I like it. Good Job
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Old 07-17-2012, 06:08 PM
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love it! next up - how ya gonna do the chrome halos around the gauges? those ones bother me the most!
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Old 07-17-2012, 06:35 PM
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Originally Posted by Entaille
love it! next up - how ya gonna do the chrome halos around the gauges? those ones bother me the most!
I agree with this sentiment... Do they just "pop" off?

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