Color-matched engine cover
07-05-06, 05:41 AM
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Originally Posted by javylsu
Thanks for the kind words, everyone. I had some of the same concerns about heat possibly damaging the engine cover until I realized that the engine cover is ALREADY painted silver in stock form. Also, my painter didn't paint the underneath, just the top surface, so I shouldn't have any heat-related issues there. What I AM concerned with, though, is the dust and grime from the engine getting into the paint. I just put it on there today to take pictures - I'm driving around now without it, because it's sitting in my apartment (I want the paint to seal and dry REALLY well) I might get another stock cover for daily use, and save this one for meets and such, because I REALLY like the way this came out. I'll find out tomorrow how much the dealership wants for another cover.
07-05-06, 06:07 AM
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That is gorgeous! I don't think it would look as good with SMG or Black since it is the contrast with the black plastic that brings out the color.
As for the heat affecting the paint, I wouldn't worry one bit if your painter is using quality paint. Our paint is made to resist cooking under the sun, and with all the foam under the cover it doesn't get that much hotter.
As for the heat affecting the paint, I wouldn't worry one bit if your painter is using quality paint. Our paint is made to resist cooking under the sun, and with all the foam under the cover it doesn't get that much hotter.
07-05-06, 06:34 AM
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Originally Posted by phatboyc
That is gorgeous! I don't think it would look as good with SMG or Black since it is the contrast with the black plastic that brings out the color.
As for the heat affecting the paint, I wouldn't worry one bit if your painter is using quality paint. Our paint is made to resist cooking under the sun, and with all the foam under the cover it doesn't get that much hotter.
As for the heat affecting the paint, I wouldn't worry one bit if your painter is using quality paint. Our paint is made to resist cooking under the sun, and with all the foam under the cover it doesn't get that much hotter.
07-05-06, 09:18 AM
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The paint I used wasn't some AutoZone Krylon paint, it's Toytota/Lexus factory Glacier Frost Mica, paint code 074. Shinobi does have a point though... it's gonna be a b%#*! to keep it clean. But, just like everything else - you gotta pay to play! If the cover was anywhere NEAR flat, I would get a clear-bra for it in a New York minute!
Pocky and I were talking last night about which color this would look best on - I still think that a Matador Red engine cover with (obviously) a matching body would look KILLER. Black would be bland (except for the chrome emblems that would REALLY stand out) and blue onyx would be so dark it would look too much like black - not worth it in my opinion.
What I'd like to finish this off with is to apply a 'black pearl' type finish to my emblems - does anyone have any ideas as to how I could do this? I think the "L" lexus logo can be removed, but the "V6" is not an emblem and is actually part of the cover. Is there a paint or varnish that I could do this with?
Javier
Pocky and I were talking last night about which color this would look best on - I still think that a Matador Red engine cover with (obviously) a matching body would look KILLER. Black would be bland (except for the chrome emblems that would REALLY stand out) and blue onyx would be so dark it would look too much like black - not worth it in my opinion.
What I'd like to finish this off with is to apply a 'black pearl' type finish to my emblems - does anyone have any ideas as to how I could do this? I think the "L" lexus logo can be removed, but the "V6" is not an emblem and is actually part of the cover. Is there a paint or varnish that I could do this with?
Javier
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07-05-06, 09:23 AM
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Javier, we never finished on the subject. 
There are sources, it's just hard to find a place that is willing to do Black Chrome, let alone...affordable for pieces of plastic.
I know LMS, has a third party suppiler that does it. Not sure if they charge alot. Might wanna give them a ring. If you found out, call me.
is4me2, Yes, I'm getting it done, plus another item. Sorry I haven't replied to your PM's. I just came back from vacation.
There are sources, it's just hard to find a place that is willing to do Black Chrome, let alone...affordable for pieces of plastic.
I know LMS, has a third party suppiler that does it. Not sure if they charge alot. Might wanna give them a ring. If you found out, call me.
is4me2, Yes, I'm getting it done, plus another item.
Sorry I haven't replied to your PM's. I just came back from vacation.
07-05-06, 09:52 AM
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hmm, that looks pretty cool. I assume that you taped off the V6 and Lexus emblems? Or are they removable? I can't imagine that the whole job would cost very much, since there is no body or assembly work to be done. Just prime it, spray it, buff it, and reinstall.
I think it would look even better with the criss-cross/honeycomb section left as black. Maybe we can find a bodyshop that'll put together a group buy for these. We send in the cover and the color we want it painted, they return the completed product, ready for reinstall.
I wouldn't be concerned with the paint not being able to stand up to the heat. The underside of the hood is painted with the same paint, and it has no troubles.
I think it would look even better with the criss-cross/honeycomb section left as black. Maybe we can find a bodyshop that'll put together a group buy for these. We send in the cover and the color we want it painted, they return the completed product, ready for reinstall.
I wouldn't be concerned with the paint not being able to stand up to the heat. The underside of the hood is painted with the same paint, and it has no troubles.
07-05-06, 10:01 AM
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Originally Posted by ff_
hmm, that looks pretty cool. I assume that you taped off the V6 and Lexus emblems? Or are they removable? I can't imagine that the whole job would cost very much, since there is no body or assembly work to be done. Just prime it, spray it, buff it, and reinstall.
I think it would look even better with the criss-cross/honeycomb section left as black. Maybe we can find a bodyshop that'll put together a group buy for these. We send in the cover and the color we want it painted, they return the completed product, ready for reinstall.
I wouldn't be concerned with the paint not being able to stand up to the heat. The underside of the hood is painted with the same paint, and it has no troubles.
I think it would look even better with the criss-cross/honeycomb section left as black. Maybe we can find a bodyshop that'll put together a group buy for these. We send in the cover and the color we want it painted, they return the completed product, ready for reinstall.
I wouldn't be concerned with the paint not being able to stand up to the heat. The underside of the hood is painted with the same paint, and it has no troubles.
LoL, Another groupbuy thing? Just find your own local body shop man. I really don't think this needs a groupbuy. Besides, this is against ClubLexus rules, as I and many have learned from previous fiascos. Unless a 'said' body shop is a CL Vendor.
07-05-06, 10:23 AM
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Originally Posted by ff_
I think it would look even better with the criss-cross/honeycomb section left as black...
Javier
07-05-06, 01:38 PM
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Originally Posted by Heltah
I would be more worried about the paint when putting the cover on or pulling it off. The cover can bend quite a bit.
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