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11-10-2013, 01:39 PM | #1 |
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My $74 Spoiler Project
So I really wanted to get a subtle spoiler/lip for my car. That said, I'm a cheap bastard and I don't like to spend much money. I looked around at the options for a while and I decided that I really wasn't in the mood to pay $400-500 for such a small piece. The solution? Pick up an inexpensive one, and paint/install it myself. I should also note that this is the first piece of body work I have ever done, so I was a bit worried. ANYWAYS, here are my results. I spent $47 on paint/primer/clear to finish it up. I think it looks nice and the color match was great for a rattle can:
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Wow! I think you did pretty damn good job painting. I'm no great painter, I don't think I can do better.
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Damn goodjob. That does look nice 74 total? What spoiler isthat and where you get it from
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@SkitterSkotter bro you could easily make a business out of selling those for slightly more but cheaper than the 400$ ones...just saying. Looks good bro!
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Wow, looks terrific! Great job on the paint job. Just wondering so you got the spoiler for $27? And the extra paint and stuff was $47?
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Thanks! I should have been more clear, the spoiler itself was $74, the paint supplies was an additional $40. still inexpensive doe.
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tons on ebay
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Thanks! I purchased it here: http://www.jonmotoring.com/
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1. Did you use adhesion promoter before you put on the primer? 2. And did you use the primer at all before the base coat? If you don't use the listed above, I am not sure how long your spoiler paint will stick on. |
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