How to Spray Paint Your Car's Trim

[@VanWyn7]

It's awesome to see how you became so professional in your videos. I'm not saying this video is bad at all, but now your voice, camera quality, transitions, speech... It's everything so professional and it shows that you've grown a lot without giving up your roots (driveway and common tools). I hope you can still do this for years, as long as you want because you're someone to trust and a really good place to learn while being entertained.

[@cameronstarseed7038]

absolutely agree with every word

[@Burn_pancakes]

Fr he been keeping it real.💯

[@isuguy82]

Sad Chris Fix. Before he got his Hummer.

[@Zxor0]

r largo 🤣🤣

[@discofusionsoundco-ordinat2563]

On the 12th second of this video. We finally get to see what Chris fix finally looks like 👍🙌

[@Oliver0200]

when you spend hours doing this and your done and proud then you realize you have to do the other side

[@chrisfix]

haha but the other side will go a little faster now that you got the process down!

[@qtr6157]

ChrisFix À

[@fazelego640]

ChrisFix lmao 😂 that's hella true

[@noellineleblanc2179]

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[@bniisantos]

Oliver you're*

[@joshcamarena64]

Dawn and water, the predecessor to his soapy wooder.

[@erikfrankfurt4650]

I like the way he says water.

[@TheWorkingClassroom]

You fool! He gave us the formula!

[@FredTheLutinoCocatiel]

@@TheWorkingClassroom anyone who calls another a fool is in danger of Hellfire.

[@TheWorkingClassroom]

@@FredTheLutinoCocatiel you fool! It was merely a joke!

[@JayLupe]

Now we just need the secret krabby patty formula!

[@chrisfix]

Thanks! I pride myself in keeping my cars in the best shape I can.

[@hamphollifield6133]

I have question chris fix I am going to do this on my 2001 ford ranger on the trim and bumper and I was wondering is the paint still look good after 3 years

[@tombryant52jumpscoach]

You not only show me how to do stuff but watching your videos gives me the CONFIDENCE to keep going and do what I want to do.

[@matt12239]

FACE REVEAL!!!

[@Soniboy84]

0:12

[@yomomma6492]

3:17

[@danielperry5976]

MattAndHisBike 4:04

[@tyresenooney3640]

He did one on a video when he was at the track

[@GlitchEmpireBrett]

MattAndHisBike ikr

[@chrisfix]

+James Mallia, I used black/gray primer because if the paint gets scratched down to the primer, you wont see the primer easily. If you use red, and you get a scratch, red will show easily against black paint.

[@laurennewman3781]

ChrisFix

[@laurennewman3781]

ChrisFix

[@TheMegacheesey]

ChrisFix please make a video of painting a car on a budget

[@jennifercooper8540]

Thank you sooooo much. I was getting tired of looking at my faded window trims. I am so glad people like you care about helping other people to sacrifice so much of your time to make videos like this. I save so much money because of wonderful people like you. Thanks a billion times over. Ignore the jealous haters. You are greatly appreciated by many other people you have helped.

[@thejudgemeister]

I see a few comments on here criticizing the paint job. The truth is, these videos that he does are for people who don't necessarily have a paint booth, an air compressor, a spray gun and all of the tools that a body shop would have. Why? Because it helps those who don't have these things or the money to make their crappy cars (myself included) look less crappy. If you have better tools you can use, by all means, do a better job and make videos. Why bust this guy's chops for trying to teach someone something new? And yes, I know this video is from 2013. It just irritates the hell out of me when people have nothing better to do with their time than nitpick. I do have one question Chris... Would clear coating help in any way with the durability or look of the finished product?

[@chrisfix]

+thejudgemeister thanks man! Clear coat would help with durability but the black paint I used is pretty good without clear coat.m since it's bumper paint. It still looks great!

[@MarkH10]

THIS is a homemade paint job, and the steps are correct. The emphasis I gave heard from Chris several times on PREPARATION are spot on, pro tips. This is a driveway job done right, except for the over spray which is compound then clay on paint, and steel wool and clay on glass. Chris makes excellent videos and informed decisions. ( Exept for the door gap. It should be papered from both sides in the gap to control over spray )

[@utube7508]

Actually satin black paint would have probably looked better.

[@henrik2413]

hey guys chris fix here he said super sad. But in new videos he have much energy and say HEY GUYS!!!! Chris fix here!! and today i gonna show you!

[@Am0556969373mar]

At last its nice to meet you Chris the reflection of your face on the window 🖒

[@raterman4624]

i KNOW, I WAS SO EXCITED TO SEE THIS

[@ralphvaccaro2638]

Yea shocking

[@superjoint57]

I love how all the "masters" of everything come to comment on these types of videos! Chris is taking his time to share his procedure & help others if they are willing to try! Then we find the worlds best "chemists" gather within the comment section! Go away! Here's an idea...get your ass from in front of the computer go outside and make your "perfect" videos for all the world to see!!! If you are as good as you say you are in your BS comments & ridicules, you would be billionaires within the auto industry! Don't let them bother you Chris...you are doing a GREAT service to a GREAT deal of people!!!

[@chrisfix]

Thanks a lot man!

[@FredTheLutinoCocatiel]

If I add a comment that is constructive due to my 51 years of experience and I took a Auto Body class I do learn from the Chris fixes mechanical expertise to do my own repairs I have done them all my life on my own vehicle and others usually for free sometimes I let them borrow my tools and instruct them on how to do it themselves.

[@tenacious10s85]

I just gotta say your videos helped me out tremendously and helped me make quite a bit of money locally I also see your still active in ur comment section years later for older videos great dedication and great work man thank you for the educational videos bro

[@chrisfix]

I'm glad the videos are helpful! Thanks a lot!

[@Peter-os7nk]

He IS still active to his people! Chris, can you please say "Cheehoo" in your next vid?! You the man!!

[@colind5092]

Chris my man your painting skills have come a long way.

[@CarsRMe]

Colin d Ya they have!! I found a video where he shows his face

[@0seck]

your neighborhood is so quiet it makes me miss spring and summer, and btw i was your third subscriber on youtube.

[@jackcarroll702]

It's spring

[@0seck]

it is now lol it was snowing when i commented that

[@chrisfix]

No way! That is awesome you were my 3rd subscriber! Thanks for the support!!!

[@rsscarr]

Love the videos man. You do a really good job. There's something you should try when using spray paint to make it come out less streaky and more even. Get a bucket or bowl of really hot water and let your cans sit in it for around 5-10 min. Then when you spray it comes out really fine and more even

[@chrisfix]

+rsscarr thanks for the tip!

[@joshualaw375]

@@chrisfix Ah, so THIS is where you got that trick! Seen it on a couple more recent videos of yours. Keep it up Chris, love your work!

[@asdfghjkl09824]

I've been watching CHRIS FIX now for years now and all the videos I've seen have helped me significantly in my own car repairs

[@chrisfix]

Clear-coat does come in a spray can. As for your whaler, it is probably not a clear coat. Most boats are fiberglass with a gel-coat finish. I dont know how bad the finish is, but most of the time a buffer, some polish, some wax, and a lot of elbow grease can get that hull looking like new. I love whalers, such great boats!

[@ncooty]

I'm pretty sure that kid back then had no idea what his channel would become. It's neat to watch these old videos with his future trajectory in mind... and to hope that we might each have similar happy surprises in store for us. :)

[@johnday7362]

Chris, you should consider wet-sanding the finish paint with 2000 girt sandpaper and then after through cleaning put a mat clear-coat on it. Don't forget to wet-sand the clear coat! Paint looks good!

[@guerrag0411]

man, you came a long way, you make people even you don't know in person... proud of you.! you help us a lot, with so much dishonesty around automotive repair world, thnks man.

[@chrisfix]

Thanks man! I try to keep her in good shape. You should have seen the truck when I first purchased her. She was rough!

[@cjmiddleton7906]

Woahhhh been watching you for yearsssss but I found your face for the first time

[@quentins5692]

Man these old videos had a lot less energy lol. Still love the channel my man.

[@jusontask]

haha right, i love it still

[@doodlebopdrummer]

Hey Chris, Now that it's been 4 years, how's this paint holding up on the b3000? Great video. Thanks!

[@beans4269]

Hey Nicholas, Now that it's been another 4 years. 👋 hi

[@BeckiASMR_19]

@@beans4269 hahahahahahahaha

[@Regellion]

@ROMAN Hey ROMAN, Now it has been ANOTHER 4 months. Hi!!

[@mb1636]

my truck do not have this issue but i watch the whole segment. im a chrisfix addict follower!!!

[@chrisfix]

Thanks for the support!

[@cesarm.gonzalez2663]

Mel B. Same!! haha..

[@dumpynut3741]

I don't even have a car...

[@RIKLASVEGAS]

You are the first person to actually get me to watch paint dry. Great video Chris 😊

[@dukelorenzmorales2601]

This is one of the rare videos where we actually see Chris' face :)

[@JanDootjes]

Again, such a interesting vid. When I spray paint items, no matter what, I also spay in couple of thin layers. But the final layer I sprayed slightly thicker than the layers I put on before, on this way the paint will smooth out nicely and you'll get a fine flat surface. So for example: 1 or 2 thin layers of paint. After it is dry, put the finishing coat. This coat will fill up the 'orangepeel-look' you'd made with the first 1/2. Think I will make a vid of it by myself in the near future how I'd like to do it. Ok Chris thans for the vid's, and can't wait to see you're upcomming. All the best amigo.

[@chrisfix]

+Jan Dootjes Thanks Jan and thanks for the tips!

[@chrisfix]

I bet it is a bearing... I have a video on how to replace that. Just search youtube for "How to Change a Wheel Bearing (long and detailed version)". I also have a shorter version. The beginning of the video has what it sounds like when it is bad. Let me know if this helps.

[@RasSosa]

You have transcended so much, you do not even sound like this on your more recent vids!!! Awesome!!!

[@pathtoselfrelliance]

Getting tired Chris? :)Now its like "..hey guys..", liked the "HEY GUYS!!" much better, got me inspired! keep up the good work, im Learning!!

[@sportchamp4eva11]

Ola Hedlund getting tired?! This is three or four years old lol

[@raterman4624]

its quite the opposite. it used to be "Hey guys..." now its "HEY GUYS ITS CHRIS FIX *Eye Twitch*"

[@polish2x91]

I like how you make the videos about the process instead of "you'. Some of these other channels focus too much on the individual as the brand. I think that's why "Food Wishes" is so successful too.

[@chrisfix]

+polish2x91 thanks!!! I'm glad you enjoy the videos!!!

[@chrisfix]

Might want to add a clear coat over it... Or use bed liner spray paint.

[@FrankTheTank1996]

I just got a project truck after watching a ton of your videos....looking forward to learning more as I keep watching your videos. Yes, I'll be painting my car, as well.

[@chrisfix]

Thanks man! What do you mean "changing front weel drive"?

[@zn_361]

wow Chris, you've come a long way, congratulations on the success. and thanks for the great video to help me restore my trim

[@geno3437]

Chris fix was Tony Hawk all along

[@john_rucks]

😂😂😂

[@amber111594]

Man what a huge difference between your videos now and your videos then. It's night and day

[@darwinescobar7629]

Chris just so you know, I don't like your videos, I LOVE THEM. you should be proud of quality work and knowledge at what you do, I've learned a lot from you, that I feel like I know what I am doing sometimes, of course is the confidence you give us. I really thank you and please don't stop making videos for us

[@chrisfix]

Thanks a lot!!!

[@ramanhb1]

wow this is the oldest of chris fix i have watched yet. its cool to see where his videos were at and now the quality they are.

[@nilanthaabeyrathne6109]

Can you do a video on how to spray paint your bumper?

[@oshkoshbegone]

Nilantha Abeyrathne yeah you do the same thing

[@erikfrankfurt4650]

@@oshkoshbegone Not at all, sir/ma'am/zhim/zher/rapaport. You simply remove the bumper and pour a gallon of Behr exterior high gloss over it and then vigorously spin around in circles on the front lawn.

[@oshkoshbegone]

Erik Frankfurt I actually don’t identify as a pronoun. I don’t actually identify at all. I just exist. I am deeply offended you assumed I identify at all!!

[@neilmilburn5149]

I followed this to spruce up the very tired looking wheel arches on my Defender 90 and it worked a treat. Thank you.

[@chrisfix]

Awesome!!!

[@sarapotatonight9234]

honestly. I'm not that interested in the things Chris makes videos about. His voice and the way he makes the videos is just somehow satisfying xD o.o

[@chrisfix]

+Sara Potatonight thanks!

[@sarapotatonight9234]

but of course no offence! the videos are really well made and I do love cars and wish to be able to fix my own cars in the future 😁

[@Zampan0]

This is the best video that I've seen, better than the "Rustoleum" videos. Thank you.

[@jrg_lmnop]

What about the heat gun trick you did on the wheel well trims? That didn't work for the door trims?

[@chrisfix]

The door trim is a different material (not plastic).

[@robmorrill5104]

What I like about your tutorials is that you don't harp on the faults of the car manufacturers, It is what it is. I assume you have some sponsorship from Ford so that's cool. Sometimes you use the term "poor design" but don't harp on it. Love your vids and have used the tips on my beater car.

[@BrandonTLuong]

You should make a digitally remastered version of this 🤙🏽

[@loganatorexit]

I'd second it

[@NewHaven203]

Third that

[@truyentruong9015]

Came a long way from this to the Chris Fix we see now. Great Job, Chris!!

[@aaroneaton7412]

you sound depressed in this video

[@bluetorch13]

yeah! the video started with a different voice. More like tired.

[@pufix_3331]

Everyone was depressed in 2014

[@JM-fo1te]

Guess he learned to raise his voice and enthusiasm to reduce bounce rate.

[@muzzaball]

I think this was part of his progression as a content supplier. He now always starts with his 'Hey Guys - Chris Fix here!' but this was before that. It has now become his trade mark - even has Merch with it lol. He makes great content tho.

[@jackofspades5950]

i think he might of been sick

[@devenp2069]

You make it easy. Always learn alot and gain confidence watching each of your videos. Keep up the great work!

[@klurre5082]

why didnt you use clear coat?

[@brimendis]

Also wondering about this

[@Earth29431]

Wow I'm watching one of the very first Chris automotive tutorial from 9 years ago.

[@chile_the2jz618]

3:25 that's what she said crisfix 😂😂

[@stephenirwin2761]

Terrific! My old Sonata needs that!

[@nicolebarnett8702]

Now we're going to get our alcohol *screams from cut on hand...that's me

[@TheOutdoorCanadian]

I love how you treat your truck so well

[@lucabaldassi6024]

You could say it is Back in Black

[@LethalAtma]

Definitely come a long way in his videos

[@SlapshotLover]

I saw your face in the window reflection

[@Sundaydrumday]

I enjoy how u live very well but not excessive....your not out here living and blowing your money. You sir are all around smart. U have common sense beyond most as well as a genius IQ. Very humble. You deserve everything you get. Hard worker. I learn so much from you...thank you. One day i hope u branch off into other d.i.y. areas such as home improvement and other things

[@g88a]

5:33 his face

[@MarkH10]

In the door gap, ad paper taped the full length inside the door, and on the other side too, inside the door jamb. That controls over spray into the truck. The over spray on paint is rubbed with compound, then barred with clay bar. Overspray onto glass gays steel wool, then clay bar. Overall this is excellent for anyone not able to use "good", "professional" equipment.

[@orarinnbirgisson7457]

How is the paint holding up today?

[@sportchamp4eva11]

Þórarinn Birgisson true! Post it up! Or just check his truck videos more recently I guess.

[@chrisfix]

Gotcha, yea the front is a pain. I am still working on that. Gotta figure out the best way to do it

[@liampersse9501]

Wow, Chris you're the best. I'm just a teenager and do work on my dad's car for him. You make the hardest jobs easy and fun! Thx for all your help. Check out my channel!

[@chrisfix]

Liam Persse Thanks a lot man! I am glad you like my videos and they are helpful!

[@liampersse9501]

ChrisFix now I know why you got the name Chris fix!

[@abidhajher7076]

Ive been watching Chris for ages, first time Ive ever seen his face

[@JordyValentine]

Oh God, acetone? Use a clay bar, no need to use harsh chemicals on your paint

[@chrisfix]

Thanks for sharing

[@dantheman331977]

+TacticalBBQSauce I used a white rubber eraser once that worked quite well with some elbow grease.

[@brendantucker2781]

any polish or rubbing compound will also do the job.

[@MarkH10]

This is the subject I was looking for............ The answer us just as relevant to the masking tape adhesive. Use NO CHEMICALS on the paint. Clay bar is made exactly for over spray. Rubbing compound also takes it off well. I thought of your approach in this context. We painted a Porsche Panamera fender. The over spray was amazing, about the size of a basketball. There is absolutely no way you will ever get that much over spray off correctly with acetone or another chemical and not ruin the paint in some manner. Then you only have to respray a 60 day old, $150,000 Porsche. Good luck. Clay bar saved us from botching up a $5000 fender paint job. Clay and compound is all we used.

[@ronniepirtlejr2606]

Seriously? Acetone works greatď

[@reedrancho]

Nice video, shows a well thought out plan to update the faded accent panels to a better look. The best part is it is a great "shade tree"/ driveway fix, saving a lot of money for the owner and using materials easily obtained. It doesn't have to be concours d'elegance quality it just has to do the job needed for the time and money spent. 👍👍👍

[@austinherrington2251]

hey goof off works magic

[@chrisfix]

Good idea! Thanks for the tip!

[@David-pn5qj]

I dont even have my own car and or my license and i love watching your vids!

[@ajhariri8211]

ChrisFix do you wanna borrow my car for a month so you can do stuff to it? lol

[@chrisfix]

Abdul Hariri Hahaha

[@bernicewalsh3432]

Beautiful Chris fix at work. Lovely job.

[@lesterevio]

"Very wet in between" Hmmm...

[@jonathonmason6394]

Somebody's got a dirty mind. 🤣

[@jacklee1094]

Chris, I am watching your old video. Compare to the future and the past, you doing great. Hope you can see this.

[@anoopthawait9671]

0:51 face reveal !!

[@ian1414145]

Anoop Thawait omg, thank you!!! It doesnt match the voice though

[@Hymnalysis]

I used this information to re-do the fender flares on my Nissan Pickup. I had them off already, so I just went with painting right off the bat. Thank you for the Bumper Paint recommendation.

[@michaelhinchey]

Back to black is only good for non painted plastic.

[@sting2689]

It’s not a permanent fix though

[@johnsonandson7772]

Lemon pledge works better than most renewal sprays like back to black.. Still temporary and yeah painting it is the true and final fix for beautifying your trim. Good work bro 👍

[@salkuwaiti66]

Please use painters tape next time

[@chrisfix]

+Saif Alkuwaiti thanks for the tip!

[@MattHannah88]

3m tape that he used is actually what's used in the auto industry. Painters tape is intended for home latex paints as it is less sticky and won't pull off the latex paint it's stick too.

[@willschiemer9616]

Thanks for all your videos. They helped me make my 1990 toyota tacoma truck look brand new. THANKS!!

[@chrisfix]

No problem bud!

[@willschiemer9616]

+ChrisFix thanks for responding😆

[@JohnathanRavan]

You sound depressed in your intro, I'm here if you need to talk

[@Jonathan.R.Pereira]

Johnathan Ravan This is 3 years ago, I guess when he started initially. Over the years he's worked on presentation.

[@Maverick7r]

I used to have the Ford version of this truck with the "Edge" package on it and a painted to match camper shell. I really do miss that truck... It was a lot of fun. :)

[@MrMcMuffinJr1999]

Okay..... So you do have a face

[@Joaquin77]

So i think this is one of your first videos because I see the production is different and we see your reflection too often hehe Now 2019 i hear a different voice pitch and just the hands show... nice. Hey and thanks for all the content you have created!

[@chrisfix]

The change has been pretty dramatic compared to my first videos! Thanks a lot!

[@chrisfix]

Learn how to fix scratched or curbed wheels in my wheel repair video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/b4i0mqSPodWrpbs

[@mmmagesh7082]

ChrisFix : wow! great if every one start to do our work then surely we can implement ideas

[@larryhostetler3887]

you could have used some tack cloth on this and the headlight video too. they probably have them somewhere around where the paint is in the store.

[@Davids-fb9ub]

I need your advice. See I have a 1995 saturn sl1 4 door sedan...your gona have to google it because I have a very small trim size than yours so you can see for yourself. I have the same exact problem you have only a little worse. I have rust on the black door trim itself. I mean you can see very small black paint spots from how it looked back in the day only the majority of the trim is just outline with rust. Looks like a rusted door trim mixed with spots of black paint that held up pretty good in that one spot. What are the steps to get that door trim back the way it was? How much grit sand paper? I need your help. Thanks.

[@Aaron-qr3tg]

+Dave S. If it's small and u can't remove it use a small paintbrush

[@dantheman331977]

+Dave S. If you have rust, start with a grittier sandpaper like 400, 200 if it's really bad. Then use a primer specifically for rust. If you have the trim like Chris does, I would remove it so you have more area to work with.

[@danielbartok9989]

Chris...do you have a video for fixing peeling clearcoat? Specially on roof or top surfaces.

[@RoadKen53]

Paint looked very uneven, dull and glossy areas. You need to put a good wet coat on last coat.

[@chrisfix]

Thanks for the tip! It evens out once it drys completely. That is the type of paint this is.

[@TheOutdoorGamer1]

Ken Doe Mr. Valspar just got rekt.

[@RoadKen53]

Chris, even after you put the trim back on it should have been somewhat completely dry and it still looked uneven.

[@RoadKen53]

I started doing custom automotive painting back in the mid '70's painting custom vans in Anaheim and we did 3 vans a day and after one of our painters moved to our new facility in the Bay area I cleared coated the 3 vans and had to keep it wet without running it and in 10 months never had a run in the clear and one morning there it was, my first run and made the mistake of wet sanding it and buffing it out and after that we had to wet sand anything that left the shop because of the mirror finish it left.I've done trim in a textured finish that looks awesome when done evenly and I set the texture standards back in the '80's in the computer industry at KeyTronics Corp in Spokane and have done a lot of custom motorcycle painting in So Cal and still like to grab one of my old Devilbiss spray guns just to keep up on the new coatings out. I even had a paint shop in the Northwest where I did Military Spec painting for the Defense Department so I know a little bit about paint and applications of it.Mr. Valspar here didn't get 'rekt' I just pointed out that the finish was less than perfect.

[@DJTAZ1996]

AHHAA!! I see what chris looks like xD saw him in reflection of window and he actually stepped in front of camera for first time. Great vid Chris I love watching and learning

[@NoNo-tr1cj]

Do a face review

[@aaronschofield7817]

That would be kind of weird.

[@bazilwreckerloughead]

Thanks Chris, I want to re-paint the black (trim paint) on two of my cars, but I was unshure about how to go about it. Thank you for showing how to do it step by step, I think I dare to attempt it myself now!

[@chrisfix]

Wrecker '56 It was a lot of fun! Take your time in the prep. It is all about the prep! Take some before and after shots too!

[@azashukri5322]

Hey, this was an excellent video. I love how you took the time to make sure you cover everything you are doing. Thanks man.

[@chrisfix]

Aza Shukri Thanks a lot!

[@oxulucozcan4923]

hearing you as you are now is awesome. you being happy making fixing videos insipires any enthusiast. keep up the good work and thanks! (Y)

[@chrisfix]

Thanks a lot! I am glad I can be an inspiration!

[@cliffcheung186]

Surprisingly successful channel. Good work bro. Good content that helps me accomplish a task with your guidance. As opposed to the prdvalence of viral videos that rot our brains. These are the type of videos that make KZbin a better place to live

[@edwincastillo-cutler6542]

Oh man finally!!! I definitely need this video!!! Thanks for sharing 👍

[@nicolasmorillo5328]

Thanks a lot Chris. I've been looking everywhere for a video on restoring door trim, and this one seems really good. Thanks again !

[@deangoundry]

Nice man love the way you look after and maintain your truck

[@TheWicklunds25]

I think the fact that you did the work yourself and took your time and made sure you did everything that you could in preparation made you happy with the results. Truth is, you don't really get the factory look when you use store-bought spray cans. For the work that you did it turned out good but if I'm being critical as if I did the work, I'd say it still has some orange-peel type finish which is not what you want on any of your car paint surfaces.

[@bentnickel7487]

I was going to try and be funny, but you help too many people with expensive problems and I for one appreciate what you do, so no jokes this time around. Thank you, instead.