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Old Mar 6, 2009 | 07:58 AM
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Originally Posted by 98 WS6
Thanks Swat. I'll consider it. and what COLOR should I paint the lower lid? it's already painted flat black.
Here's a pic of mine painted....

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Old Mar 8, 2009 | 03:04 AM
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I was thinking red to match the body, but the gloss black or even a silver would look awesome!

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Old Mar 8, 2009 | 12:07 PM
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how did you paint it and what kind of paint did you use?

you just scuffed it up and sprayed it with some rattle can paint/rattle can clear coat?
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Old Mar 8, 2009 | 01:21 PM
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Both bays look great! What's the prep like on painting those plastic pieces?
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Old Mar 8, 2009 | 02:38 PM
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where is the lower radiator support located?

I would want to paint my lower air box. But i have no idea what kind of paint to use
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