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General => Cosmetic and bodywork matters => Topic started by: Benny T on 24 March 2008, 10:20

Title: Painting rocker cover
Post by: Benny T on 24 March 2008, 10:20

I want to colour code the rocker cover on my mk3 gti. looks a bit tatty and peeling, but i hope no screws and bolts will ping off everywhere! :laugh: any tips?

Title: Re: Painting rocker cover
Post by: ...joe on 24 March 2008, 20:04

de-grease it, key it up or etch prime it then spray away! hammerite work very well and can take the temperature.

Title: Re: Painting rocker cover
Post by: boneybradley on 24 March 2008, 21:04

just remember to use a new rocker gasket for refitting.. and post your results as mines due to get painted..
oh yeah hamerite..lots of colours,cheap and easy to use

Title: Re: Painting rocker cover
Post by: Lewy on 24 March 2008, 21:54

Most automotive paint is heat resistant up to 500 deg, so any tin from Halfords will suffice.

And like Joe said, it's all in the preperation, remember to use a good primer and lacquer.

Title: Re: Painting rocker cover
Post by: Benny T on 26 March 2008, 15:53

ok cheers guys, will keep you updated  :smiley: