TheNeedForZ Posted March 17, 2005 Share Posted March 17, 2005 I've always wondered how would the 240Z~280Z look like if the shiny window trims are painted or replaced(ie not shiny) BTW Are those stainless steel or plated? Is there any photo of mods like that? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pparaska Posted March 17, 2005 Share Posted March 17, 2005 Look here: http://alteredz.com/firstdrive.html I had all the trim for the windows powdercoated semi-gloss black; This includes: -the shiny trim in the front and rear glass gaskets (to hide it so it all looked like it was gasket). -door window frames -1/4 window frames -drip molding above doors -Z circle emblem over vent in 1/4 sail panel I painted the trim piece at the top of the door skin with black trim paint on the driver's side and used wide electrical tape to cover the one on the passenger side (cheesy, I know, but I was in a hurry to get the side mirror on). You could have it all painted too, if you were to prep it well, but that can be tricky. It's all stainless steel, not chromed steel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 305240 Posted March 17, 2005 Share Posted March 17, 2005 I have to re-do the stainless trim on my 90. For some reason or other, the paint is flaking off. It sure looks cheap. This time I'll do what the factory didn't do. I'll take some steel wool to the stainless first. I've done many black out stainless jobs. I've never had one flake off yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john kosmatka Posted March 17, 2005 Share Posted March 17, 2005 Pete how much did it run you to have all the trim powder coated? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparks280zt Posted March 17, 2005 Share Posted March 17, 2005 exactly how do you remove the trim? well lemme be specific, my quarter class, front windshild, and rear hatch trim is out. Im just curious how you remove the trim around the pass and driver doors? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spotfitz Posted March 17, 2005 Share Posted March 17, 2005 I had all the stainless steel trim powder coated aswell. I have some high res. pics in my album you can zoom in on. I did go through the trouble of removing the staples that hold the window squegee(sp?) on and it is more of a pain to get it back on and even looking then you would think. Just the right amount of pressure or it will be wavy. Mine is still wavy. It cost me $120 for every piece you could think of. Even the interior door handle cups and hatch strut braces were done. The only complaint I had was on the C pillar emblems. They both had a wire mark on them from the way they hang them in the oven. He said he had done emblems before, but when I pointed it out he got a little upset and said I should have given him proper hanging techniques for the emblems. I'm now looking for another powder coater to do my rims in the same color, after I find another matching rim for the full size spare. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pparaska Posted March 17, 2005 Share Posted March 17, 2005 I think it was about $150. Prices for this stuff varies alot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dead Roman Posted March 17, 2005 Share Posted March 17, 2005 hey guys, ill do the window trim any color you want for 50 bux shipped and the wheels ill do for 25 apiece any color 150 shipped call me if youre interested 254-739-5465 ask for dustin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zhadman Posted March 18, 2005 Share Posted March 18, 2005 I think it was about $150. Prices for this stuff varies alot. No Kidding! I've been looking into getting some engine pieces (rocker covers,front cover, intake manifold, plug cover) powdercoated and the quotes have ranged from $80 to $300. I generally ask to see samples of thier work. I'm wary of the shops that ONLY let you see color chips. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheNeedForZ Posted March 18, 2005 Author Share Posted March 18, 2005 paparaska, It looks nicer indeed. I esepecially like the second photo of the three. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaysZ Posted March 20, 2005 Share Posted March 20, 2005 check what this guy did on his accord.. very reasonable price and it looks great! http://www.cardomain.com/memberpage/650229/7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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