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Yes all rattle cans using the products I originally posted about. It was 3 thin layers per coat, 2 coats total. Very impressed with the spray pattern and finish.

Update Finally got around to doing this July 4th weekend. The car is looking very sharp, and my grandfather is one happy man. Thanks for all the helpful advice! For future search reference, this color was a clear coated paint as mentioned earlier.

Ah yes! I painted them a few days after posting this thread. It has been a few months and they are still looking sharp and brand new. I definitely like the solid black as opposed to the gray factory look. Thanks for all the help everyone! Also, I finally got a set of the alloy rims I was...

Hey all, Next week I am going to be doing a full detail on my grandfathers beloved 1992 Ford Sho (bright red). He wants to get back to taking it to Sho meets and car shows. I have been given the honor of fixing it up. Now my question is for anybody who owns or has worked on a car of this...

Haha look like I am not going to be buying any paint. I found brand new ones on ebay for 13 bucks a piece, so 55 bucks shipped, which cost the same as getting the paints. Once I return the 30 dollars of cruddy Duplicolor, its gonna cost me like 20 bucks out of pocket! Still might order this...

Ah glad to hear that website is a good bet. I read some good things about it on various forums I visit, but figured I would ask my fellow Autogeekers, because we all strive for that perfect finish. :xyxthumbs: Also I wish I could find an auto body supplies shop around here, but every search...

Hey all, I am in the process of repainting my peeling plastic center caps. I originally tried the Duplicolor system, but I am not that impressed with it. The primer is pretty good, but the actual base coat paint is terrible. The color is a really good match, but the application is terrible. No...

Haha I never thought to have taken a picture of the front, as they are flawless! I will get pictures of the actual rims tomorrow, but for now here is a good image of what they look like. They are factory rims from a higher trim level 1996-2001 Honda CR-V.

Update! Today I have tried every product mentioned here that is available OTC. That includes different degreasers, bug and tar remover, brake clean, and a bunch of wheel cleaners ranging from cheap to expensive. I am starting to think I will need to purchase either Brown Royal or Megs Wheel...

First of all, that is a nice looking set of rims you have there sir! They look brand new! As does that engine bay! I think I am going to try all the other OTC remedies before I pull out the big guns. I want to try to avoid repainting as much as possible. It is just my daily driver, so not...

I heard good things about this product. It is available at Walmart right? Did not see it at my local Advance Auto. Sure why not, I have so many cans of that stuff it is not even funny!

I have not tried a tar remover. The lighting makes it look black, but it is most certainly brown caked in brake dust and road grime. I have a steamer, would that work at helping remove this?

I tried using an industrial degreaser (Oil Eater, full strength mix) as my first cleaning step, and that broke some of it up. I have not tried actual Purple Power, but it is just a degreaser as well. I cannot imagine it making a huge difference. I do have some in the garage, so it's worth a...

So I have worked on them with all my current cleaning products and tons of elbow grease, and this is all I can get them to. Will the acid cleaner remove the rest of this nasty 15 year baked grime? The worst wheel The cleanest wheel All four after my attempted cleaning.

Hey all, I just purchased a set of second hand alloy rims for my car! The front face is flawless and was easily cleaned with some wheel cleaner. The barrel of the rims are filthy and would barely budge with Sonax wheel cleaner, a brush, and even a power washer. What other products or...

[ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zUHRnHsSXZU]Part 1 - How to remove swirls, scratches and water spots using a Porter Cable 7424XP Polisher - YouTube[/video] Very good info in this video series. Make note of the technique and arm speed, as it is one of the most important factors in a good...

You know I did think about doing that, but I am on a budget, and cannot afford to have a body shop to do it for me (Actually I have no idea how much it would cost if I already did the prep work). I might actually call around and see, I cannot imagine it would be that much if I literally just...

I love the Mother's Headlight Restore kit. It has brought nasty yellow headlights to a crystal clear shine. I have even done multiple cars with it and have plenty of use left in it. It does not come with sealant for when you are done, so make sure you have some to apply to the lights to keep...

I would not use that on finished paint. It is really designed for like prepping a raw surface for painting. The easiest and cheapest was I use to remove wax is to wash your car with Dawn Original Dish Soap. It is a mild degreaser that will easily break down all the wax and dirt your normal wash...

I love my Griots Garage Microfiber Wash Pad. It holds a lot of water and suds, and is easily cleaned. Griots Wash Pad Check you local Advance Auto though, it can be had for around 10 bucks. Do not forget your Advance Auto coupons for maximum savings!