Hi
I have acquired another grille for my van as mine is held on with zip ties at the bottom, but its quite old and faded.
what have people done in the past to revitalize the look? or is it just a case of respraying it?
any tips greatly appreciated!
old faded grille - how to bring life back?
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old faded grille - how to bring life back?
1988 1.9 DG, 4 speed Tin top with double sliders.
Re: old faded grille - how to bring life back?
I just sprayed mine with some black Plastikote after a clean.
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Re: old faded grille - how to bring life back?
I gave mine a light sandblasting and sprayed with matt black.
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Re: old faded grille - how to bring life back?
Definitely not gloss!
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200hp VW T6
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200hp VW T6
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Re: old faded grille - how to bring life back?
cheers guys, gave it a goodl ol clean and a coat of satin black, looks pretty nice now
1988 1.9 DG, 4 speed Tin top with double sliders.