Red tail lights: Will it cloud/crack? - Page 3 - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

raul · 04-01-2013, 10:00 AM

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Originally Posted by F n' A Automotive

That was just lighting in some of the pics..you can compare from pic to pic to see that it's lighter and darker in different lights. As far as cloudiness, I'm not sure what you are seeing.

They look like they don't have have enough transparency and gloss to me. The reflections on it aren't very sharp and cheapen the look of the tail light IMHO. Maybe it's the darker color chosen and the camera/light combination.

v.s.

F n' A Automotive · 04-01-2013, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by raul

They look like they don't have have enough transparency and gloss to me. The reflections on it aren't very sharp and cheapen the look of the tail light IMHO. Maybe it's the darker color chosen and the camera/light combination.

It's simply the angle of the picture. In person it is not cloudy and is very transparent. Its a nice red and very glossy. Also, in this picture they were not polished yet. Just simply put on after being clear coated. They look fantastic in person. I'll try to get some clearer shots soon and I'll post them up.

raul · 04-01-2013, 10:41 AM

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Originally Posted by F n' A Automotive

It's simply the angle of the picture. In person it is not cloudy and is very transparent. Its a nice red and very glossy. Also, in this picture they were not polished yet. Just simply put on after being clear coated. They look fantastic in person. I'll try to get some clearer shots soon and I'll post them up.

Ahh.. that might do it.

g0ast · 04-05-2013, 12:27 AM

I want to all-red my tail lights like you guys, and I don't like the idea of a vinyl cover or tint material, just doesn't look "stock". So I'm looking for a place to get it professionally painted.

I was referred to a guy who said he in fact couldn't do it because it would come out pink and there's no way to spray it red dark enough to look stock. Obviously seeing all your pictures he's wrong but is there any validity to him or is he just B.S.?

Second, what type of shop should I look for to do it? I live in Arizona.

Thanks!!!

F n' A Automotive · 04-08-2013, 08:46 AM

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Originally Posted by rpg1031

I want to all-red my tail lights like you guys, and I don't like the idea of a vinyl cover or tint material, just doesn't look "stock". So I'm looking for a place to get it professionally painted.

I was referred to a guy who said he in fact couldn't do it because it would come out pink and there's no way to spray it red dark enough to look stock. Obviously seeing all your pictures he's wrong but is there any validity to him or is he just B.S.?

Second, what type of shop should I look for to do it? I live in Arizona.

Thanks!!!

Send us your tails! :happy0180:

Bluebatmobile · 04-08-2013, 06:35 PM

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Originally Posted by raul

They look like they don't have have enough transparency and gloss to me. The reflections on it aren't very sharp and cheapen the look of the tail light IMHO. Maybe it's the darker color chosen and the camera/light combination.

v.s.

That looks really good!

B@t

g0ast · 04-09-2013, 02:01 AM

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Originally Posted by F n' A Automotive

Send us your tails! :happy0180:

You're in NJ, I'm in AZ, sorry no

g0ast · 04-15-2013, 09:03 PM

I'm been talking to a couple of places and all I keep hearing is that if they are painted red they will just come out pink. They're afraid to do it and suggest I use vinyl to make it red.

What are you guys doing that these people don't know? Is it a specific paint or technique? Any info is appreciated!

charged86 · 04-15-2013, 10:28 PM

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Originally Posted by rpg1031

I'm been talking to a couple of places and all I keep hearing is that if they are painted red they will just come out pink. They're afraid to do it and suggest I use vinyl to make it red.

What are you guys doing that these people don't know? Is it a specific paint or technique? Any info is appreciated!

I suggest they don't understand how to do it properly. Find a custom autobody shop. Or send them to me

g0ast · 04-16-2013, 02:14 AM

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Originally Posted by charged86

I suggest they don't understand how to do it properly. Find a custom autobody shop. Or send them to me

Actually found such a place, he at first thought the same til he figured out what I was talking about from looking at a picture of a BRZ.

Cade01 · 04-17-2013, 05:01 PM

I did mine with VHT, I did them extra thick as I wanted to be able to wet sand and polish them to a shiny finish without clear coat. I'm sure they're darker/cloudier than some would like but there is no cracking or weirdness and they will be easier to reverse if I decide to go a different route.

Here's what they turned out like:

eddieEndo · 04-23-2013, 04:53 PM

Bodyshops in socal keep telling me they will turn pink too!! any ideas on where i can go?? i want em really red and glossy

eddieEndo · 04-23-2013, 04:54 PM

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Originally Posted by raul

wow i want mine exactly like that

Figo · 09-06-2013, 01:22 PM

Same here

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Originally Posted by eddieEndo

wow i want mine exactly like that

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g0ast Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Drives: GBS Subaru BRZ Limited A/T Location: Arizona Posts: 140 Thanks: 15 Thanked 35 Times in 26 Posts Mentioned: 1 Post(s)	I want to all-red my tail lights like you guys, and I don't like the idea of a vinyl cover or tint material, just doesn't look "stock". So I'm looking for a place to get it professionally painted. I was referred to a guy who said he in fact couldn't do it because it would come out pink and there's no way to spray it red dark enough to look stock. Obviously seeing all your pictures he's wrong but is there any validity to him or is he just B.S.? Second, what type of shop should I look for to do it? I live in Arizona. Thanks!!!

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g0ast Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Drives: GBS Subaru BRZ Limited A/T Location: Arizona Posts: 140 Thanks: 15 Thanked 35 Times in 26 Posts Mentioned: 1 Post(s)	I'm been talking to a couple of places and all I keep hearing is that if they are painted red they will just come out pink. They're afraid to do it and suggest I use vinyl to make it red. What are you guys doing that these people don't know? Is it a specific paint or technique? Any info is appreciated!

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Cade01 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Drives: '13 White FR-S, 09 Triumph St.3 R Location: Eugene, OR Posts: 812 Thanks: 30 Thanked 135 Times in 106 Posts Mentioned: 8 Post(s)	I did mine with VHT, I did them extra thick as I wanted to be able to wet sand and polish them to a shiny finish without clear coat. I'm sure they're darker/cloudier than some would like but there is no cracking or weirdness and they will be easier to reverse if I decide to go a different route. Here's what they turned out like:

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