How to Paint Plastic Car Parts

[@DucTaZenSurfer]

Damn, learned something new today and a new skill. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and skills in such a digestible way. Always amazed at people who share their craft. Thanks! Now I know how to paint my own dirt bike plastics!

[@typowers101]

Love your videos man I’ve grew up in a body shop my whole life and I’m 19 now and getting serious into it

[@jessicamasterson4394]

Thank you for explaining this in very simple terms for someone who has not done this before. Appreciate it!

[@adenramirez870]

Thank you for being very thorough with this instruction. I did not want to pay and get this done by someone so I learned to do it myself thanks to you! You saved me hundreds if not thousands

[@chris01479]

Very good, I like your idea of put the wood on the wing mirror cover to hold it without touch the paint. I'm going to do that on mine to make great finish. I cant wait to get it started.

[@SprayWayCustoms]

What will we do without the maroon Scotch-Brite 😂😂 I think that's my favorite item in the booth 👌

[@PHARRAWAY]

you got that right

[@niamakhtar2234]

revert to stealing some of the green scrubber from the kitchen...LOL!!!

[@stevessaws3612]

Yes! Got my grant 7 omc fix. Even on a small part, makes me smile how flat and shiny it goes on. 👍🇭🇲

[@Go69]

Newbie here as well. Just got new "sport" type mirrors for my OBS Chevy and need to paint match them. Very good detail as I was able to follow along. You got a like from me.

[@drtariqnahmad]

Looks good, thanks 👍. The main thing I took from this was that it's not just the paint you need but lots of other products as well, and that paint gun.

[@LLK-LEAD-LOCOMOTIVE-KING]

I appreciate your video, I don't know what the hell is wrong with the Internet they don't want to show nobody anything about how to protect ABS plastic, I want to use ABS plastic because it's very impact resistant and easy to mold and I use pure acetone to glue them together which is very cheap but no information on how to protect it so I can mold parts for a custom job. Thank you my friend🎉🎉❤😏😏😎

[@classic1311]

thanks for this video. I just got a saturn and the paint on it has seen some better days. Looking foreward to using this method on the plastic pannels.

[@TomSafariDust]

Thank you sharing your knowledge for a newbie to understand, I will follow your process and save so much money converting my Toyota Tundra to White storm trooper look. Subscribed 👍🏻

[@sallywalton5375]

Great job, but i feel it would end up being expensive, with all the different sprays. Thanks great to watch!!!

[@SprayWayCustoms]

I think I'm first this time...tuned in Pharraway 👍🏾

[@PHARRAWAY]

Nice Thank You brother

[@nathanbennett9025]

At 4:11 could I use spray max 2k epoxy primer instead of sealer

[@PHARRAWAY]

Yes you can

[@J560iH]

Thank You.

[@pyrosalazar94]

Awesome step by step man. Love your work

[@abitoffcenter383]

Hey PHARRAWAY, forgot to mention that I got my stickers. They're much better in person! Really cool product! Thanks brother!

[@PHARRAWAY]

awesome Thanks

[@JustMike2791]

This video has the exact info I needed, thank you very much for posting it. Just got an email yesterday saying that Grant 7 is back in stock. I will be trying it on my 06 F150. BTW, I know you know the price of paints but I don't I called my PPG store to get a quote for the Deltron Abyss Gray.....$3320 a gallon and my truck would take two, LOL. I'm sure there are way more expensive paints but WOW. I almost fell out of my chair. Needless to say, I ended up getting their Shopline and it was $1500 base and clear. It's not a show truck, so if it lasts a couple years, that's OK.

[@PHARRAWAY]

Yes it can get expensive

[@phillipjohn1694]

Great step by step. How much total for tools and materials if I have nothing?

[@SNOW-zl5jp]

This is great, thanks for the content. just like others, I've definitely learnt something new here

[@StillSoundAmazing]

🔥🔥 about to paint my sons cozy coupe and I wanted to go hard on it ! Thanks for the help man !

[@PHARRAWAY]

Anytime

[@marcmatthews1128]

Will this process work on a 1981 Chevy square body for the interior plastic door panels and other interior parts? Thanks for your channel and help. Randy

[@davidcarlson9050]

Thank you

[@SherwoodJarrett]

Can you do a video on how to paint interior plastic to restore it like new?

[@PHARRAWAY]

I do have a video on that on my channel

[@davidwilson5512]

Have you had good luck with paint staying on ABS long term. Thanks for your help

[@PHARRAWAY]

Yes

[@luckyducky6534]

How to paint a electric scooter panels it is painted pink from the factory. I want to paint it a different color. How would I do it ? Do I have to strip all old pink paint off parts ?

[@PHARRAWAY]

You can email me at [e-mail]

[@jaefousable]

So if I'm painting a car that plastic and metal do I have to do this on the bumpers?

[@PHARRAWAY]

yes

[@jaefousable]

@@PHARRAWAY would it be ok 2 do over the whole car?

[@ANDY-we7mr]

smart that mate can you do one on paint stands for bumpers

[@PHARRAWAY]

Sure just give me time

[@ANDY-we7mr]

can you do a video on the super stand 6 please

[@SertEngineering]

thanks for sharing. Good job for both educational and end results.

[@mouseminer2978]

Very nice job and clear explanation. God bless

[@CraigOpperman-e5z]

Why didnt you mention the grade of sandpaper you used?

[@Runescape.]

I can't afford a paint gun, compressor, and expensive sealers and hardeners, all I can get is rattle can adhesion promoters and krylon paints, gonna have to make due, gotta use what you have, I know its not the "right way' but that can of adhesion promoter says you can paint right over it, so thats what im going to do.

[@PHARRAWAY]

Will try to do a video like that

[@Runescape.]

@@PHARRAWAY i appreciate you showing the professional methods but not all of us has that luxury so i do appreciate you showing the right way with the paint guns and everything, thanks for that.

[@PHARRAWAY]

I truly understand will make a video using spray can

[@tpv59]

THANK YOU. YOU are FANTASTIC. THANK YOU sir.

[@ericmcginnis9413]

Really like that color! Great job brother!

[@PHARRAWAY]

Thank you

[@AA-zm4ow]

Use laquer thinner or nail polish with damp cloth used for polishing or detail clean wiped lightly no need to scuffled , has smooth finish , adding tiny scratches, plus, I lead sealer yes sandwich it , I used spray can either can kit to put it in aerosal , or kit that a paint company supplier dealer put in can ,, that way is cleaner saves time n money ,it's more expensive , put don't have to use electricity air compressor, gun, then the clean up in between, larger parts are different n take longer to dry for some reason ,

[@jasonperez5343]

For us newbies, why was your first step to sand/scratch the cover?

[@funkyfingerproductions2879]

You need to scrape off the clearcoat off the surface, also the surface needs to be rough so the primer can adhere to the surface.

[@baierjmeeroian5698]

you good very good ...learn something today i got all the goodies in the garage going to paint...thnx Bro....

[@bbsal4031]

What kind of over-the-counter sealer can I buy?

[@stanleybowman4464]

Good finish. It's an awful lot of stuff needed for such a small piece of plastic.

[@ericx7476]

What’s the difference between using a regular primer after the adhesion promoter to a primer sealer? I’m using Duplicolor adhesion promoter & I also have a can of Duplicolor primer sealer are those ok to use with U.pol power can spray paint?

[@anthonyramer3648]

Do I need to put a flex additive in the clear coat or just an adhesion promoter?

[@PHARRAWAY]

Yes

[@thirdcult101]

Thanks for another helpful video - have a great weekend!

[@PHARRAWAY]

You are so welcome!

[@mickstermouseter7059]

That's great! Nice job! How about on interior seat trim parts that are supposed to have a matt finish?

[@royaltyizloyalty]

Can you use this same process with spray paint aerosol cans?

[@aaroncolores1133]

Can the black part of the mirror be painted?? I want to paint the entire mirror assembly.

[@PHARRAWAY]

Yes you can

[@aaroncolores1133]

@@PHARRAWAY do I use the same technique you used here?

[@PHARRAWAY]

@@aaroncolores1133 yes

[@aaroncolores1133]

@@PHARRAWAY thank you bro

[@aaroncolores1133]

@@PHARRAWAY can I get that type of sealer from Eastwood in an aerosol can ?

[@UndergroundPaintKing]

Good video bro with good information!

[@PHARRAWAY]

Thank You UPK

[@zenon6752]

I could also just use 400 grit sandpaper right?

[@PHARRAWAY]

That is correct

[@julyzerg1]

how to paint the hood?

[@integra8502]

Tesla Model Y has textired plastic trim around wheel wells and rocker panels, can they be painted same colour as vehicle ?

[@PHARRAWAY]

Yes

[@thelastsamurai5857]

Hello my friend I painted my car before 6 hours I lay down the base coat every thing was super good but when I lay the clear coat suddenly only the trunk is full of reaction and fish eyes . But I am having super fun Don’t over thinking it’s just paint Passion for paint andddddd God bless

[@PHARRAWAY]

Awesome that's what it's all about

[@adamschofield3558]

If you don't have any scotch-brite pads what grit sandpaper would you recommend

[@PHARRAWAY]

600 grit

[@bishop2355]

Did you mean one coat of sealer instead of base?

[@Ryan_Carder]

Can you do this with a rattle can?

[@PHARRAWAY]

Yes

[@RTCDigitalS]

Hey man, great video. Are you messuring the spray spread after spraying on the wall? If so why ?

[@kenjoubert945]

So rustoleum primer and plastic black gloss wont work well ?? I dont have equipment

[@PHARRAWAY]

It will

[@rustythefoxcoon5143]

Would Fiberglass be different say on a Saturn? Some of my panels are that way to save wieght

[@PHARRAWAY]

No same process

[@Jrenderos88]

Is there a sealer that comes in a spray can that you can recommend? 🙏🏼

[@PHARRAWAY]

Yes there is

[@Jrenderos88]

@@PHARRAWAY what brand do you recommend?

[@PHARRAWAY]

@@Jrenderos88 CAR-REP brand sealer

[@Jrenderos88]

@@PHARRAWAY thank you so much 🙏🏼

[@tjokeefe1249]

Nice video. Question that I had is what is the thumbs up? Especially for the primer? Are you looking for not too wet not too dry?

[@PHARRAWAY]

Correct

[@dennisgray7509]

Great video! If this is to hard for some of you you should leave the spray cans alone!

[@pacaa]

If i use shiney black spray can, do i need to use clear coat for plastic or not?

[@PHARRAWAY]

No not at all

[@pacaa]

@@PHARRAWAY i didnt use it, but it is not shiny at all i mean it is but, not like i want to be

[@ricardohz5148]

Can I use the urethane primer sealer colorseal us80 the same way?

[@PHARRAWAY]

Yes

[@ricardohz5148]

@pharraway great. What about ep21 epoxy primer? I have half a gallon if I can use it on plastic

[@PHARRAWAY]

@@ricardohz5148 it will work

[@shawn.builds]

can you get away with using just primer + spray paint? I already applied primer but forgot to do the adhesion promoter before. wondering if it's worth it to go: 1 - primer 2- adhesion promoter (since i forgot) 3 - primer 4 - spray paint some sites say adhesion promoter should absolutely not go over primer, but others say the opposite. wondering if you have any thoughts on it? thanks in advance

[@PHARRAWAY]

From my experience no you can not add adhesion promoter onto primer will not work. But if you already applied primer you will be good

[@shawn.builds]

@@PHARRAWAY cheers brother. thanks for the response

[@PHARRAWAY]

@@shawn.builds anytime you can also send a message through Instagram at pharrawaypaint

[@mikehartwick8499]

Nice video! Now I need to get a gun, compressor and a booth! You collect plates from out of the USA?

[@topgunpressurecleaning8930]

what do I use for deep scratches and gouges? Regular body filler or is their a special filler for plastic pieces. Thanks

[@PHARRAWAY]

I use evercoat putty filler

[@rbilardo47]

When you mention sealer, is that the same as primer. I'm a DIY'er, not familar with the terms. thanks anyone can answer this for me.

[@PHARRAWAY]

Yes but it's a none sandable primer

[@MegaWatching]

For plastic bumpers do I need to add flex additive for base and clear coat? Thanks

[@PHARRAWAY]

No all you need is adhesion promoter

[@MegaWatching]

@@PHARRAWAY thank you. Also I hear your air compressor running. How many gallons would you recommend to do small jobs like bumpers, fenders and doors.

[@PHARRAWAY]

@@MegaWatching I recommend 60 or more

[@PHARRAWAY]

Gallons sorry

[@MegaWatching]

@@PHARRAWAY thanks alot for your time and for sharing your knowledge with all of us that want to learn. ✌

[@Black.fk8]

What grit sandpaper did you use to prep?

[@PHARRAWAY]

320

[@Grant7]

Great job . & great info... as always

[@PHARRAWAY]

Thank you brother

[@joebrown3393]

Hi thanks for video. I have couple questions do you heavily sand textured plastic like mirrors and do you sand your primer before applying paint. Also, any special instructions for tricot color paints with metallic?

[@seapantaipainter8592]

thanks

[@markoraatio4124]

how coarse sandpaper should i start?

[@luisverduzco1868]

Can you let us know what exact products to use from like homedepot as far as prime,paint and adhesive and also we don't need clear right since I'm using gloss paint can.

[@PHARRAWAY]

Let me find out I have never used paint from home depot

[@luisverduzco1868]

@@PHARRAWAY they do have some spray paint in cans and are for automotive

[@PHARRAWAY]

@@luisverduzco1868 nice got 5o check it out

[@elonmusk8667]

After the adhesion promotor, can I use Duplicolor primer and paint (spray can)?

[@PHARRAWAY]

Yes you can

[@elonmusk8667]

@@PHARRAWAY Thank you for your help

[@luisverduzco1868]

Ok bro yr like a professional painter but the real thing is at home with spray paint cans...

[@ElYumaOfficial]

Yea for real this to professional for me i need a spray paint from walmart to plastic tutorial

[@yurimodin7333]

@@ElYumaOfficial adhesion promoter > rattle can primer > rattle can paint

[@wordtruth6116]

No polish or sanding no orange peel removal?

[@gregmaggert8561]

Are you using the same gun and tips for each coat of different product? Also what do you clean your gun with between products?

[@PHARRAWAY]

Yes

[@gregmaggert8561]

@@PHARRAWAY what gun cleaner are you using?

[@johnsmith-qz4bv]

looks good like that color..

[@carlosaguilar3787]

What if your painting plastics with texture, like a truck door handle, how would you get the texture to be smooth ?

[@PHARRAWAY]

No you will do exactly the same

[@carlosaguilar3787]

@@PHARRAWAY okay thank you

[@carsmoremore]

Just now seeing this!! nice keep doing your thing my friend and stay blessed;)

[@brunoburtoni8479]

U state sealer is for better adhesion without it wont work but on another video you state its to use less paint im confused mate

[@PHARRAWAY]

yes it does the same function

[@STUDIO-2.1]

Hi, lov watchingd vids👍, what about painting rubber trims?

[@PHARRAWAY]

I have a video showing exactly that

[@Nintendude2013]

What’s the difference between sealer and primer and adhesion promoter? I want to paint my exterior trim. I have scuffing pads and sand paper, I have paint, but in painting videos people have paint Guns and sealer

[@PHARRAWAY]

The sealer is primer but you don't need to sand it the adhesion promoter is used on plastic so that the paint can stick to it. If you don't use it your paint will start peeling

[@Nintendude2013]

@@PHARRAWAY i was thinking to sand it with like 600 grit since it is oxidized and bumpy maybe refine it with 1200 grit.. and then spray on primer from paint scratch brand and then spray with good quality spray cans. Is this good as a budget option? Also, if I don't sand i was thinking of using magic eraser instead to clean up my trim since I hear they are abrasive..

[@johnengel8618]

Where do you get the Grant 7 clear?

[@philjamieross107]

bumper covers are rubber-like it does not matter?

[@PHARRAWAY]

No not at all

[@chasejones3456]

Perfect informative video to end my Good Friday on. This will also work for interior trim and panels to correct? Happy Easter to every one on Sunday as well 🍻

[@PHARRAWAY]

Yes it will

[@jasonwalsh9211]

Nice video...do you still need clear if doing a non metallic colour?

[@PHARRAWAY]

Yes you do

[@richreece8840]

What was the primer mix 4:1? Thought you’d have to wait for it to dry before base .... thanks

[@PHARRAWAY]

yes I waited 20min

[@richreece8840]

@@PHARRAWAY was it wet on wet ? Usually with 4:1 you have to let it dry

[@mytubebobbie06h]

Would this work with chrome pieces to?

[@PHARRAWAY]

Yes

[@garbo3682]

Im painting a plastic bumper on a KIA...do I need to use the paint stick on the bumper ??....im joking with you...thanks for the instructions 😅

[@pabloyagani]

Great video

[@Glockodile]

Hey, this may be weird but I am planning on painting the front cover of guitar hero guitars and I was planning on doing this. If you don't mind me asking what is the sealer for, and do I need it for a guitar hero controller?

[@PHARRAWAY]

No not for something small

[@Glockodile]

@@PHARRAWAY Awesome, thank you so much!

[@tundrawhisperer4821]

Hello, just so I’m clear. You called the primer coat, the base coat, which you mention you just need one coat of that. But then, after you painted 3 coats of the color, you mention it was the base coat too. Are the primer and color coats all called base coats then? Thank you.

[@PHARRAWAY]

No it was my mistake sorry

[@tundrawhisperer4821]

@@PHARRAWAY thx, all good. 👍🏻

[@tundrawhisperer4821]

Is this polypropylene type plastic?

[@John-to2ki]

Can sealer and primer be used interchangeably? I don’t know anything about painting and I have these glasses frames that I paint and it cracks occasionally because they are meant to bend a little

[@PHARRAWAY]

Yes you can

[@sensoryadaptation4878]

I'm looking into painting a few ABS plastic panels on my Focus. Did you end up using any of the reducer that appears to come with the sealer kit that you show in the video? I am relatively new to this, so I am trying to figure out what the purpose of it would be. As an alternative: would the Plastic Primer they have on their site be an acceptable substitute to using the sealer? I'm applying it on ABS plastic.

[@PHARRAWAY]

Yes I did

[@sensoryadaptation4878]

@@PHARRAWAY Thanks. I was also looking at the Dupli-Color CP199 Clear Adhesion Promoter Primer as an alternative to the sealer you used. Have you had any experience with this, or do you think it would do the trick?

[@dogemcmoon9644]

Have you used shopline 2k primer surfacer JP202 as a sealer?

[@PHARRAWAY]

no I have not

[@fisnikomeri7491]

How to paint/protect chromatic paint? By the way, very good jobs 👍

[@raidersnation1989]

Do i need to sand the primer sealer

[@PHARRAWAY]

No you do not

[@chespimorales4881]

Nice job.

[@noahlong2158]

could i send you my mirror caps door handles and front fender emblems off my f150?

[@DUDE72341]

Right on...bro