[nadmaster]

I was looking at painting some of the panels in my 02' mustang. I want them the exact same color as my car is. I found a paint shop that sells the color and everything but i don't know if i can use automotive paint. Can i use exterior automotive paint on the interior and clearcoat it as well. I have access to all the suplies needed. I want to paint the door panels and misc parts off the dash board. I have some of the brezel peaces already painted in my car and they look decent but ther are a darker yellow than my car. They all where from a spray can bought from walmart. also i have used Armor All on my dash and i was wondering if anyone knew how to strip it completly so the paint doesn't fish eye. any info would help.

[badass98svt]

i painted my mach 460 upper door grills, the inside of my speedometer bezel, and the interior door handle on my 98 cobra. there's a few pics in my gallery. i used duplicolor automotive paint. its been holding up very well for over a year now. not chips or crack yet. don't over due it with painting everything though. especially yellow. it can be come "too much" very quickly. i think i painted just enough accents in my car. i wouldn't paint anything that is soft/flexible, such as the dash. it WILL chip. hope this helps.
http://www.allfordmustangs.com/photo...00/ppuser/3833

[nadmaster]

i am looking at painting the bottom of the door panels as well as the ovals on the doors that are "supposed" to be a part of the interior pull handle that is a part of the door itself, and repaint the vent trim the panel around the shifter around the radio the defrost vent, door handle backings and the pull handles to shut the door. I wasn't looking to paint the whole dash yellow but maybe on down the road i was looking at painting them a darker more black color with maybe a little gloss coat on them if i don't get too much reflection. you said that you used exterior automotive paint on the inside, i was wondering if the texture of the panels would remain there it i did. would i have to put primer on them first or just be able to sand them a little for the paint to stick and then apply paint. i am mostly worried about the bottom door panels due to high impact, i am in the military and have often noticed i kick them lightly with my boots and that might be a problem. any comments questions or help would be much apprediated thanks

[Fiat Freak]

Paint is great !! If you don't like the color, you can always redo it.

The tricky part is proper preparation of the surface to be painted. What is crystal clear obvious to some, is unthought of by others, so I will be simple and brief:
1) ANY dirt, grime, oils, wax, etc. will stand between the paint and the surface you are attempting to cover. You MUST remove these thoroughly with a quality degreasing cleanser that does not leave a film of its own. If you can see it (stains), you'll probably need to remove it. I'd suggest a TSP cleanser available in most quality paint suppliers. They mix well with warm water, are safe for the environment, and are super easy to use. Best to take your panels off the car and place them on a workbench.
2) ANY shiny, smooth surface does not lend itself to quality paint adhesion. Plastics tend to be very smooth and frequently shiny. A fine steel wool, or extra fine sandpaper usually breaks these surfaces with minimal effort. Remember to thoroughly remove the sanding residue.
3) My local auto parts supplier also custom mixes paints to match most any color....and does so to a spray bomb !! For under $20.00 per full size can you could get enough paint to do every panel inside your Stang. And, if gloss is not your preference, then satin, or even flat can be had at the same price.