The guys on my GMC motorhome list use SEM trim paint for plastic interior
parts.
George C
59 Bugeye
54 Big Healey
73 GMC Painted Desert
----- Original Message -----
From: "Dave Carpenter" <d.carpenter7@verizon.net>
To: <b-evans@earthlink.net>
Cc: <Spridgets@autox.team.net>
Subject: Re: OE ribbed floor and tunnel
> Check the auto body supply stores. There is a paint used in interiors for
> changing the color of trim pieces such as dash pads and door panels. It
> has a flex additive in it so it won't crack. I was thinking about using
> black mats and changing them to red this way. It may wear off with use,
> but would touch up OK.
> Dave
>
> b-evans@earthlink.net wrote:
>> When I pulled out my original red ribbed ribbed floor and tunnel rubber
>> mats, I put them in a box and forgot about them. (Once upon a time, many
>> Sprite owners took them out because they had faded, and replaced them
>> with Aamco out in favor of either fresh Amco mats or carpeting.) I would
>> like to attempt a repair and recolor of my originals. Three questions:
>>
>> 1. Are there any suggestions of what I might use as an underlayment
>> upon the old mats can be pieced together and glued?
>> 2. Does anyone know of source for new pieces of rubber with what I
>> believe were the six ribs to the inch?
>> 3. Are there any suggestions on what I can use to recolor the faded
>> mats, or recolor black rubber replacement pieces?
>>
>> Any suggestions would be appreciated.
>>
>> Buster Evans
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