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hlpressley

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OK guys I need some advice. The front grille and the insert on the hood scoop of my 2000 Runner looks pretty bad. I am assuming the sun just does a number on the plastic painted pieces of these trucks. I would like to address these issues but would rather not have to take the truck to a body shop to have it painted. Have any of you experienced these issues? If so how did you deal with them? I have posted a few pics below to give you an idea of what I am talking about. Thanks in advance for any suggestions.

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That's plastic for you

You can build it up n hope it lasts again

UV protection is what is needed

I have the same prob -- painted 3x in 10yrs
 
I got my rattle can OEM paint color base and clear and primer from DuPont auto paint retailer

Begin by sanding the area with a 600-grit sandpaper.

As soon as you can feel that the surface is considerably smoother, switch to a 1000-grit sandpaper and continue sanding until the area is completely free of defects.

Once the sanding is complete, wash with water let dry

The application of a Flexible Primer will help to prevent cracking once the plastic begins to expand in the heat of the sun.

First spray 2 - 3 medium wet coats of Flexible Primer

One hour after the last coat is sprayed; the primer should be dry.

Once dry, sand the primer smooth with 1000-grit sandpaper.

After sanding, wash the area with water let dry

Spray 2 - 3 medium wet coats of basecoat over the primer, waiting 10 minutes between the application of each coat.

One hour after the last coat is sprayed; the basecoat should be dry, dull and ready for clear coat.

Spray 2 - 3 medium wet coats of clear coat over the basecoat, waiting 10 minutes between the application of each coat.

One hour after the last coat is sprayed; the clear coat should be dry.
 

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