looking for some vht nightshade tips
looking for some vht nightshade tips so i want to paint my tail lights with vht and want them to be glossy and have no idea what im getting into haha. so my question i guess is how many cans should i get? what do i need to get them glossy? thanks guys
Originally Posted by 408Maro
so i want to paint my tail lights with vht and want them to be glossy and have no idea what im getting into haha. so my question i guess is how many cans should i get? what do i need to get them glossy? thanks guys
Go over in LIGHT coats waiting 5-10 min's in between coats, until you reach your desired color / shade.
CLEAR coating them is a must after the night shades!! TRUST ME! I actually went and got mine professionally cleared, and they match my paint perfect.
https://ls1tech.com/forums/paint-body-work/447719-vht-nite-shades-write-up-installation-preparation.html
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Well the scuffing is not needed. VHT is designed to adhere to your taillights. Read the instructions on the can. Then clear, wet sand & buff. Scuffing could possibly make it stick beter, but I didn't do it & it worked just fine. Just make sure you don't hold the can too close & get runs.
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Originally Posted by NOBR8KSS
I sanded mine down smooth first to get rid of all that lettering.
Here is a pic of mine. I haven't wet sanded them yet, but will be done this week. Don't mind the part you can see light through. It only shows b/c of the time of day & angle. When lookin straight on in person they are both black, but you can still see when the brakes are applied.
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Originally Posted by BIG_MIKE2005
Well the scuffing is not needed. VHT is designed to adhere to your taillights. Read the instructions on the can. Then clear, wet sand & buff. Scuffing could possibly make it stick beter, but I didn't do it & it worked just fine. Just make sure you don't hold the can too close & get runs.
I used Duplicolor Truck/SUV automotive clear coat. I applied (5) coats to allow room for wet sanding. I'm gonna use 2000 grit & see how it looks. Then just wash the car & buff like normal. It should shine like the rest of the car.
Make sure when wet sanding not to make swirls. Only go side to side & try not to push too hard. Your just tryin to smooth the surface. And use plenty of water.
Make sure when wet sanding not to make swirls. Only go side to side & try not to push too hard. Your just tryin to smooth the surface. And use plenty of water.
Originally Posted by BIG_MIKE2005
I used Duplicolor Truck/SUV automotive clear coat. I applied (5) coats to allow room for wet sanding. I'm gonna use 2000 grit & see how it looks. Then just wash the car & buff like normal. It should shine like the rest of the car.
Make sure when wet sanding not to make swirls. Only go side to side & try not to push too hard. Your just tryin to smooth the surface. And use plenty of water.
Make sure when wet sanding not to make swirls. Only go side to side & try not to push too hard. Your just tryin to smooth the surface. And use plenty of water.
