Hi I'm going to repaint my door panels since they seem to scratch real easily and take paint off. I used clear coat. What did you guys use? Where can I find it? Is there a specific process?

I've used Dupli-Color interior paint OEM flat black. Problem is it scratches real easily and it is not easy to run a microfiber cloth down the door panel without getting it caught in the texture...

Is this due to the clear coat? What do I need to do? I do not want to sand the texture down.

 

If you already painted the plastic, youre pretty much stuck with it. There arent any chemicals that I can think of that'd remove the paint without messing up the soft plastic underneath it.

If you're changing colors on fresh plastic, look for SEM vinyl/plastic dye. Comes in an aerosol can and costs around $12-16. Make sure u clean the plastic well with alcohol or similar to remove anything that'd prevent the dye from adhering.

 

Well I'm going to be using Dupli-Color OEM Flat Black.....

 

I agree SEM is the good stuff.. have used it before on door trim, wiper arms, etc.. same as factory, if not thicker. usually get it at a painters supply place..

 

Can SEM be found at Home Depot?

 

Hmm people have told me SEM or Krylon.. Which is more durable and wont come off easily from people scraping it? Also can it be wiped over with a cloth safely?

 

Call your local upholstery shops, otherwise google it and you'll find a number of online retailers.

Since the door panels are slightly soft when you push on them (foam core), normal paint will flake off. Dont do it man!