How to "restore" chip-damaged front bumper...
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How to "restore" chip-damaged front bumper...
Hey all,
I'm getting ready to put some face ducts in my OEM bumper to give it a bit more style. However, when I got down there to start sizing up the ducts, I noticed an insane amount of chipping. Most of the paint chips are small (though there have to be hundreds), but some are 1-2 inches long. Here are some pics:
I've asked around about repainting the polyurethane front bumper and have heard several people say it will probably eventually crack if I have the whole thing repainted. So I'm really looking at two options now:
1. Get some touch-up paint from the dealer and try to repair the big chips as best I can.
2. Get a replacement OEM bumper that's pre-painted from the factory.
Can anyone recommend which is the better way to go? Or any better options?
Thanks,
B
I'm getting ready to put some face ducts in my OEM bumper to give it a bit more style. However, when I got down there to start sizing up the ducts, I noticed an insane amount of chipping. Most of the paint chips are small (though there have to be hundreds), but some are 1-2 inches long. Here are some pics:
I've asked around about repainting the polyurethane front bumper and have heard several people say it will probably eventually crack if I have the whole thing repainted. So I'm really looking at two options now:
1. Get some touch-up paint from the dealer and try to repair the big chips as best I can.
2. Get a replacement OEM bumper that's pre-painted from the factory.
Can anyone recommend which is the better way to go? Or any better options?
Thanks,
B
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Did you use any type of finishing kit or clear coat to give it a bit more of a glossy look?
And did your bumper look as nasty as mine?
And did your bumper look as nasty as mine?
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I just bought touch up paint and "repaired" it myself. Spent about and hour or two but it turned out great.... Lol just didnt have time/money to repaint my front bumper.
Although it dosnt look perfect, you only notice it when your up close to the bumper.
Although it dosnt look perfect, you only notice it when your up close to the bumper.
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I am also thinking about repair my paint chip. I was thinking about purchasing a product from www.langka.com and get the touch up paint from the dealer or at www.expresspaint.com. The Langka system is more expensive than the kit from the autoparts department, but might be well worth it. There are other products out on the web, just do your research. And always practice on a small hidden area first. Don't make the same mistake I did and do a big area without perfecting your skill. I'll see it I can get some before and after of the result. Not of my mistake, I sold that car already.
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