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    Posted: 25 Apr 2011 at 3:04pm
I was wondering if anyone out there has painted their fenders ?  I'm thinking of doing it because to me they just don't look right.  I'll use a self etching primer and try to get a top coat to match as close as possible. I'll post pictures after I've done it ( only if I like the results, if not forget we ever had this conversationWink ) 
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Haven't heard of anyone doing it but - why not?  You can post a full how-to with your pics in case someone else is interested.
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    Billy Bob with the MPG painted his fenders to match his truck. Look for his post on rpod nation. But the MPG fenders I believe may have been fiberglass or plastic not metal.     David
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Well, I like the way the fenders look, but that's just me.  I think you should paint yours exactly the way that suits you.  We'll be looking forward to seeing your pics of a job well done Smile !
 
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Posts: 9062 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 25 Apr 2011 at 9:46pm
Since the 'pod is mostly white, maybe make one fender red and the other blue?
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2 coats of primer
3 coats of color
3 coats of clear
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 26 Apr 2011 at 6:45pm
Looks great!  I struggled with keeping the aluminum fenders looking good.  You've come up with a great solution. Smile
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I Like it, Good job!
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Wow, that looks great -- like it was SUPPOSED to be that way.  Good job!
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Yes, very nice.  Did you prep the fender first with something like an acid wash, or just steel wool?
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