Street Build ITFLYS - 1Gina2G

[Justin DuBois]

Will you be doing a 2gb conversion on this? It looks like the low rise spoiler holes are filled on the rear quarters.

Nope - in the end it will look like a 2GA. Not sure why the holes look hidden.The low wing will be used.

 

[Justin DuBois]

more body shop porn

 

[Justin DuBois]

Ready for paint next week!

 

[Justin DuBois]

I’m looking for rubber weather stripping for the edge of the cowl cover. Anyone got a source for this?

 

[Dericsh]

It’s coming along nicely!

I searched for a little bit and wasnt happy with any of the results, but so far this is the best one. I just don’t really like how much taller it is, but if factory is NLA, guess we gotta figure something else out.

Rubber Seal | U Height: 29/64", Flange Height: 21/32", Grip Range: 3/64" - 5/32", (10 Feet) Amazon product ASIN B01H7QFOAK

 

[Justin DuBois]

It’s coming along nicely!

I searched for a little bit and wasnt happy with any of the results, but so far this is the best one. I just don’t really like how much taller it is, but if factory is NLA, guess we gotta figure something else out.

Rubber Seal | U Height: 29/64", Flange Height: 21/32", Grip Range: 3/64" - 5/32", (10 Feet) Amazon product ASIN B01H7QFOAK

Thank you!
I did find this - and will try it:
Amazon product ASIN B08R5ZB5SK

 

[Dericsh]

Some of the reviews said the sticky tape was not good quality on that one. Not sure how tough it would be to remove and replace with 3M tape before install.

 

[Justin DuBois]

Some of the reviews said the sticky tape was not good quality on that one. Not sure how tough it would be to remove and replace with 3M tape before install.

We shall see. I will prep edge with an alcohol wipe to clean any oils and dust before application. At the moment I'm waiting on a couple more supplies so I can paint the plastic SEM Trim Black with a satin clear to protect it.

 

[nismojones]

Was it sad to see all the decals go? Seems like there was a bit of heritage behind this car

 

[AWD-Tony]

Was it sad to see all the decals go? Seems like there was a bit of heritage behind this car

If they were, he’ll forget all about it when he sees the fresh paint

 

[Justin DuBois]

If they were, he’ll forget all about it when he sees the fresh paint

Best of both - I have replacement badging and Road///Race vinyl My tool box sticker collection runs deep.

 

[Justin DuBois]

Good weather for this:

1hr later - 2nd coat. Now I wait 24 hrs for more.

 

[Justin DuBois]

Sofa king similar to OEM, I’m optimistic.

 

[Justin DuBois]

Color coat 1

 

[fwdmaster]

Color coat 1
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That trim coming out better than oem

 

[Justin DuBois]

Color coat 2

 

[Justin DuBois]

Color coat 3 - last
Now for a full 24+hr cure time before the final clear-satin protection coat.

 

[Dericsh]

Nice work, the sem trim black is definitely on my list!

 

[thebrownman1]

Looks so good so far! You're inadvertently making a tutorial for my project haha.

 

[Justin DuBois]

Looks so good so far! You're inadvertently making a tutorial for my project haha.

For the paint - I'm following this: https://www.dsmtuners.com/threads/a...ic-vinyl-interior-parts-for-the-diyer.365304/

Rubber trim and clips are part specific.

 

[Justin DuBois]

Damn! it was going so well, then yesterday applying the first clear coat, the can spit up two blobs that etched holes into the color coat.

So, today we back up, wet sand and wash the damage, then try again starting with color coat 1 again.


Color repair 1

Color repair 2

Color repair 3 - final

 

[Justin DuBois]

Now to wait 24 or more

 

[Justin DuBois]

Clear coat 1-2

I learned the hard way, never hold the can over your part. Drips of any kind will make a mess. If you do get a drip, STOP. Walk away, and in 24hrs address what you see. A little wet sand and re-application on that spot should work out. If you TOUCH the wet surface, it gets worse.

 

[Justin DuBois]

My car as advertised

Those wheels only looked this good in the picture. This shot was probably why I never wanted to run with a front plate.

 

[Justin DuBois]

before - after


Ready to install

The trim rubber is a great fit. I scuffed the plastic on the underside face where the adhesive touches, and used an alcohol wipe to prep. So far so good. The adhesion seems fine.