How to Paint interior car door panels(SEM vs Duplicolor comparison)

[@javiermarin668]

If you are going for original look that’s the way to do it. If you want it to hold up and not crack or scratch off you need to sand down a little with 240 sand paper spray the bulldog then spray down some primer but add some bulldog to the primer when you are mixing it. Then you add your mat paint preferably. I did many cars with a gloss finish for car clubs and the gloss is very disturbing while driving. I have an 85 el camino that’s been sitting for over 10 years in the sun and the panels are just starting to crack.

[@ethanwingsit]

Thanks for the feedback! The next time I pull them off to touch them up I’ll for sure try this!!

[@lukasethan6429]

Good lookin’ out! I’m going to do that today. I am also an El Camino fan, I have a 71’ el Camino I’m restoring. Thanks for the solid advice

[@anthonychin3951]

I sprayed mine and it is stripping. How can I remove it all to start over again?

[@bigcountry8726]

I’ve had good results on multiple vehicles using SEM. I went from a light poop brown everything to a two tone black and gray. The results were amazing. I painted seats and carpet with SEM and it took out (covered up) stains and discoloration. I didn’t know at the time to use adhesive promoter but it turned out great.

[@magnumpotube]

I'm restoring an '89 Corolla and the two decades in the yard unprotected bleached the trim parts and I've used alot of "protectant" and "restorer" but nothing gets them looking good.. You just convinced me to paint.. Thanks for a great video

[@ethanwingsit]

Glad I could help and glad you enjoyed it!!

[@mongopoe5099]

Did you do it?

[@magnumpotube]

@@mongopoe5099 I'm trying but it's hard to find an engine without taking a risk on eBay. I have it pulled apart just waiting on an engine.

[@davidszymanowski4777]

Did the paint hold up?

[@magnumpotube]

@@davidszymanowski4777 I couldn't find an engine so I turned it over to a restore shop. They have had it for nearly 5 months. I'm $15k into the restore but it's looking pretty nice. I'm not sure how they restored the interior but I'll let you know when I get it back next month.

[@greglebeau1203]

I enjoyed your video. When I spoke with the guys at my local automotive paint shop about painting my interior trim, they said you won't need the adhesion promoter for this application -it's designed for use on exterior plastics. Instead, they suggest using SEM 38353 Plastic Prep or similar products before shooting color.

[@cmarchione1]

Also SEM sells their paint in non aerosol form if you want to use an air compressor and spray gun. I did my Foxbody with the cans but if I ever do it again I’ll use the gun. Great video. One thing to note is that when I researched the process all the info I found also said to go over the panels with a fine scotchbrite pad before spraying.Just something in case you wanted to try.

[@ethanwingsit]

Thank you! In the next garage I’ll have an air compressor setup so if anyone has that I would certainly recommend the spray gun over the cans! For the scotchbrite, I did use that with the soap and water but very possible I was to go over again right before paint, I’ll keep that in mind when I touch them up!

[@reno911isawesome]

You're just the person to talk to... I've got an 88 Fox body. I'm restoring, and am looking to redo the interior. What color did you go with? Mine is currently gray, but with the armrest delete being black, I'm thinking of changing things to black? Sounds like you used SEM, which color did you use? And where did you buy it? Thanks a lot!

[@cmarchione1]

@@reno911isawesome the SEM color Landau Black is a perfect match for the fox factory black color.

[@Beatvictor]

Just the video I was looking for. Thanks for the demonstration 👌

[@ethanwingsit]

Absolutely! Glad it helped!

[@davidrowe5822]

Good video. I’m currently doing a FoxBody with the DupliColor and it’s looking great. The project before this one was a ‘72 240z and the DupliColor burgundy was a direct match and made the diamond patterned interior look brand new. For the FoxBody: Most of the panels and door cards are plastic and easy to work with. I found that the rear cargo/trunk area had lots of deep scratches and scuffs. I used 200grt and got a lot of the surface scratches out but the deep scratches remain. I also learned that since the panels are textured, sanding them too much can create a problem with the finish. That’s why I came to your video in the hopes that maybe there was some light to be shed on this subject of scuff removal with success. I’m struggling a bit with the paint because it seems to bring out the sanding marks regardless of grit. I really don’t want to sand 100% of the panel surfaces to relieve the splotchy issues so I’m a bit stuck at the moment for the panels that had scratches. A couple of things I recommend should you do this again: Hang your parts before you spray them…I learned that spraying on objects that are flat forces you to angle the can downward which can cause spitting and inconsistent spray patterns which can contaminate the coat. As other commenters here mentioned: Avoid Acetone! Acetone melts plastic! I avoided that by simply washing the parts using dish soap and water, wiped parts with denatured alcohol then applied tack cloth right before the spray. Results are amazing except for the areas where I sanded the scratches. My plan is to hit those areas with 400 and feather them in to the non scratched surfaces, wipe down with soap/alcohol/tack then respray. For your door panels: Was it possible to remove the inserts from the back of the panel instead of masking them? Time saver. Sometimes those insets are riveted in so I get it. Was just curious. Thanks again for the content. PS your star studded headliner looked great! Do a video about that install! I’m all in!

[@markrogers7304]

Shouldnt have to touch up that often. I used the sem since its better. I do red scotch pad over the plastic, use warm water with a few drops of dawn to wipe down,then instead of acetone(plastic and acetone dont get along) i use denatured alcohol...much more plastic friendly. Then use the bulldog,then primer and then sem color. I did my console about 6 yrs ago and still looks like it was just painted. Im also bad about throwing crap on my console but its held up.

[@kyleewilson4314]

This video is so cool! Can't wait to see that brown part G O N E

[@ethanwingsit]

Thank you! I’m right there with you on that one!

[@e.e9331]

What a fantastic video. Answered every single question I had. Thank you for your time!

[@ethanwingsit]

Glad I could help! Thanks for the support!

[@DoWutNow]

Did I miss a side by side comparison? Great video. Thank you.

[@crashcootercoot]

Great video for the newbie like myself. Not a bunch of unneeded talk. Just facts.

[@ethanwingsit]

Thank you! Appreciate the comment!

[@crashcootercoot]

​@ethanwingsit I used both SEM products that you suggested and your instructions. My panels really turned out good.

[@ethanwingsit]

That’s awesome!! Glad it turned out well!!

[@AlMikeChris]

Should try sprawx 2k matte clear overtop. That might protect it and keep you from respraying

[@realhunterbrown]

Quick, detailed explanation and a great result, you sir just earned a follow! Thanks for the great video hopefully I can get the same result!

[@ethanwingsit]

Thank you!! 🤙🤙

[@cornelioguadalupealmanzace2036]

Do I have to use a clear after painting? 

[@tyh3323]

So out of curiosity would you be able to put a layer or two of clear coat over the black paint to protect it more? I use my truck every day and she’s worked in so it would be rubbed off in maybe a month

[@ethanwingsit]

This is an awesome question! I have no clue but I have a couple painted parts I haven’t installed yet. I have some regular and 2k clear coat laying around, let me do a couple tests and I’ll whip up a follow up video!

[@tyh3323]

@@ethanwingsitthat would be awesome! Thanks!!

[@clomputech]

Dupli Color has a Fabric Vinyl clear product, I did it in my doors panels. After almost 10 months it is like new, but I take care a lot! I don't know how much would last in someone else's vehicle. But the clear definitely helps.

[@mikeschuler2946]

Car manufactures paint more plastic than you would think . They don’t have to change plastic pellets in the mold process if it’s all grey and painted to the final color needed

[@elijah2078]

It is recommended that a person use SEM Soap, SEM Vinyl Prep, and SEM Color instead of acetone and alcohol.

[@X_x77x_X]

I found that if you let your cans sit in hot water for a little while it will make them have a better spray pattern

[@Screwmane]

Wonder what could happen if you sprayed an oil based paint like rustoleum satin, speaking mainly for a work van

[@linkuxsnooks5256]

Used it on some spare interior parts I had laying around. Absolute garbage

[@yomer9537]

Which Sem version, gloss, semi-gloss, did you use? Great video by the way.

[@ethanwingsit]

Thank you very much!! The paints I used are: Kleanstrip ETPO123B Bulldog Adhesion Promoter Duplicolor HVP104 High-Perforamce-Vinyl SEM Paints 39863 Platic Adhesion Promoter SEM Paints 15243 Color Coat - Satin Black Aerosol

[@DJTruth_1970]

I have found baking the parts in the sun, wiping with cleaner, and paint while allowing to bake.

[@daniel25ss]

sme also same base as duplicolor? would it scrape off or is it permanent?

[@DavidPerez-pm2op]

Love the video bro! The lights on the interior celing are cool, where did you get them?

[@ethanwingsit]

Thanks brother! I ordered a kit off Amazon and here is a video of me installing them if you’re interested! Installing Fiber Optic lights in your headliner(DIY Starlight Headliner) kzbin.info/www/bejne/bp65gJeHqNCGi5o

[@Travisbenn]

Name of products pls

[@cody1145]

What model adhesive promoter did you use the sem what?

[@ethanwingsit]

Howdy! The paints I used are: Kleanstrip ETPO123B Bulldog Adhesion Promoter Duplicolor HVP104 High-Perforamce-Vinyl SEM Paints 39863 Platic Adhesion Promoter SEM Paints 15243 Color Coat - Satin Black Aerosol

[@CaidenT]

around how many cans do you need about to do 4 panels? looking to do mine soon

[@saihwithak]

Was looking to do this for my 08 ram and by the door panel I see u did too😂 good video

[@nimster64]

Great video. How are they holding up? Is one better than the other

[@ethanwingsit]

It’s hard to say because I don’t usually have any passengers so the drivers side door has definitely taken a beating and will need touched up, the others are still perfect but they don’t get much abuse if any

[@nimster64]

@@ethanwingsit ok thanks for the reply

[@nazimkarim6988]

What kind of paint did u use bro

[@kristensepe1175]

How did you get your headliner to look like that?!?! ✨

[@ethanwingsit]

I painted it and then installed a headliner kit. I have a video on how that was here if you’re interested! 😁 Installing Fiber Optic lights in your headliner(DIY Starlight Headliner) kzbin.info/www/bejne/bp65gJeHqNCGi5o

[@garyvanremortel5218]

I would avoid Acetone and opt for Coleman Lantern Fluid (Naphtha), IPA and SEM Prep instead.

[@nothanks81]

Any lacquer paint will work... Its just most spray cans are enamel now, find a lot lizard who does touch up work for dealers if you want the best results since they can mix to mafch for ya and not much more then buying cans and supplies.

[@mariocooldude9092]

"lot lizard"??? 🦎

[@JoseBarron-yx2ez]

Would it be the same if you paint the door panels red?

[@ethanwingsit]

Yep! Same process no matter the color!

[@VIP854]

Maybe I missed it but how many cans of SEM do I need per panel?

[@ethanwingsit]

Howdy! About a can per panel!

[@brendangrad988]

You try using the clear coat on them after?

[@ethanwingsit]

Not in this round. When I touch them up that was a suggestion from others so I plan on using 2k clear coat and see how much better that holds up in a future video

[@crashcootercoot]

Was one can of each SEM product enough to do 2 door panels?

[@ethanwingsit]

Howdy, for the adhesion promotor you would be able to do all four panels for less than a can. For the paint I used a (SEM)can per panel for the front, which are a little larger. For the back it was a little less(Dupli-color) than a whole can per panel, but the panels are smaller.

[@alizedadiva11343]

Lets talk about your ceiling thou ❤❤❤❤

[@WarCity330]

You got a video showing how you did the headliner??

[@ethanwingsit]

Yes I do! Here is painting it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iWWbdWuApZdlrK8 Here are the fiber optics: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bp65gJeHqNCGi5o

[@weary9994]

can you do fabric seats in this looking into making my blue interior 1990 honda accord a black interior like this as real back interiors are hard to find

[@ethanwingsit]

I haven’t personally tried it but from my research online people say it would wear off over time

[@JTrump23]

What color is the sem can? Looking into doing my truck with that back sem

[@ethanwingsit]

Howdy! The paints I used are: Kleanstrip ETPO123B Bulldog Adhesion Promoter Duplicolor HVP104 High-Perforamce-Vinyl SEM Paints 39863 Platic Adhesion Promoter SEM Paints 15243 Color Coat - Satin Black Aerosol

[@StructuralCE]

⁠@@ethanwingsitis it HVP104 or HVP106. 106 is the flat black and 104 is gloss?

[@PabloGMix]

How many cans did you need per panel?

[@ethanwingsit]

Howdy, for the adhesion promotor you would be able to do all four panels for less than a can. For the paint I used a (SEM)can per panel for the front, which are a little larger. For the back it was a little less(Dupli-color) than a whole can per panel, but the panels are smaller.

[@shaftmasterlathes]

Was that SEM Landau black? Thanks

[@ethanwingsit]

Howdy! The paints I used are: Kleanstrip ETPO123B Bulldog Adhesion Promoter Duplicolor HVP104 High-Perforamce-Vinyl SEM Paints 39863 Platic Adhesion Promoter SEM Paints 15243 Color Coat - Satin Black Aerosol

[@williamlittig7266]

where did you get the headliner?

[@ethanwingsit]

If you’re asking about the starlight effect I did it myself over a weekend. I have a video of it here if you’re interested in doing it yourself. It’s time consuming but it’s not hard Installing Fiber Optic lights in your headliner(DIY Starlight Headliner) kzbin.info/www/bejne/bp65gJeHqNCGi5o

[@SmarthPhonesCz]

Use detailing paintbrush to clean surface with apc. Than use profesional microfibre towel with 400gms to prep the surface

[@ethanwingsit]

I have a bunch more parts to paint coming up so will keep this in mind! Thank you!

[@dirtmcgirt0420]

Was the vinyl and fabric paint gloss or flat blacks?

[@ethanwingsit]

Flat black 🤙

[@owenrook6467]

What color was the sem? I want to use that for my door panels. I just used duplicolor for my carpet and liked it but thought it might turn out weird on my panels glad I saw this vid fire t

[@dirtmcgirt0420]

@@owenrook6467 I'm personally thinking it was landau black.

[@owenrook6467]

@@dirtmcgirt0420 that’s the one closest to like flat black right? Think I’m gonna go with that one for the door cards. Thanks for the reply bro

[@dirtmcgirt0420]

@owenrook6467 Correct, It has less gloss than the other black available, satin.

[@unknownfilmz3461]

How long does it last

[@ethanwingsit]

It would depend on the abuse the parts get, if they are never touched such as a pillers I would say a long time, the door panels will show wear from the first scuff of your shoes. I’m considering this something I’ll need to refresh once a year on certain parts and I rarely drive the truck, maybe 2 times a month

[@LealsFishingAdventures]

Will the interior stink like chemicals though?

[@JesusChristIsLord07]

Do you smell chemicals while your sitting in your car now? Because most in not all plastics, metals, even leather that is any color other then a light Tan, is actually painted or “finished” with an oil, acrylic, or other type of project finisher

[@ethanwingsit]

Nope, no lingering smells from either brand!

[@sinuemedina2550]

I use bear paint to spray a middle console plastic hand rest, but after a little while my skin messes up the paint!! What kind of pInt do we need to use for plastic trims?

[@randallmeeker3407]

Thank you great help.

[@ethanwingsit]

I’m glad it was helpful! Thanks for the comment!! 🤙🤙

[@TIIRONC5H]

I just make big Mistake i paint my door panels with spraycan and now after 2 days are look like fresh one paint sticks in my hand 😢

[@SergeantG18C]

Did you do all the prep work properly?

[@TIIRONC5H]

@@SergeantG18C nope i just clean and i put spray

[@SergeantG18C]

@TIIRONC5H If you're painting the inside panels for your door you need special paint and the surface needs to be prepared correctly. SEM products are good for beginners

[@TIIRONC5H]

@@SergeantG18C so i did wrong all things Thanks

[@champchamp1774]

What's the permanent fix lol

[@ethanwingsit]

Dye is an option but would require a vat to heat the water that would fit the door panel, but other than that getting an oem replacement panel that was cast from the color you want sadly

[@dieniewienie143]

Use Cerakote to paint your panels. Youre welcome.

[@WhoCares2509]

What a pathetic "kick test". LMAO I bet the second there's any real world use (ie.- a 2x4 scuffing the panel during loading/transport), that sh!t will flake right off. Too bad most of us will never know. To your credit, you were very straightforward about warning us about the shortcomings of a spray paint in this application. I wonder what would happen if you used truck bed liner.

[@ethanwingsit]

Brother if you’re ridding home with a 2x4 in the front seat I feel like the next video I need to make is how to load a truck haha headliner would be crazy thick on your door panel

[@WhoCares2509]

@@ethanwingsit Unfortunately (or fortunately, depending on how you look at it), I drive a Toyota Corolla, so yeah, 2x4s typically would be 8', which end up touching my dash or passenger door if I cram them in the trunk with the seat down and close the trunk. You still kick like an 8 year old girl. lmao jk ;)

[@mrsir2378]

So easy a caveman can do it

[@ethanwingsit]

Damn right! Haha

[@viperproducts5687]

Both of those products will fail .They will flake and peel they are just spray paints. If you want long term durability get Polycryl from Viper Products. it will last much longer its what professional plasitci restoration techs use.

[@ethanwingsit]

Howdy! I’m redoing the truck currently and have more parts to cover. I plan on making a follow up video with the suggestions in the comments. If you’re interested in sponsoring a video I would be more than happy to give viper products a try!

[@danadirectmarketing]

How about the fumes the dogs are breathing??

[@ethanwingsit]

These are organic gluten free fumes, no need to worry

[@Ohh_Is_That_Sooo...]

No mask for the doggies and their greater senses? Lol 😢