Re-paint Targa Top, Recommendations for DIY |
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Re-paint Targa Top, Recommendations for DIY |
LotusJoe |
Jun 29 2011, 12:58 PM
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Europa Twink Driver Group: Members Posts: 406 Joined: 30-November 09 From: Southern California Member No.: 11,085 Region Association: Southern California |
I saw a post where someone had repainted their Targa. I've searched but am unable to find the thread. I think it was a plastic type product, maybe Colorbond?? They had done it several years ago and the top still looked pretty good. Mine is in pretty rough shape and need of some attention. Any recommendations?
Thanks Joe |
jim_hoyland |
Jun 29 2011, 01:14 PM
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Get that VIN ? Group: Members Posts: 9,328 Joined: 1-May 03 From: Sunset Beach, CA Member No.: 643 Region Association: Southern California |
First: get it really clean and make sure all the silicones have been removed. I washed mine with Simple Green 2x then wiped it down with MEK which is sold at Home Depots.
Second: my top was is reasonable good condition, so I took 000 steel wool to lightly scratch it; this may not be necessary, but it was recommended Third: Bought a small can of Interlux bootstrip paint at local marine store and rolled the paint on with a foam roller. Let dry then rolled a second coat. The marine paints are self-leveling and leave a remarkable finish. That's what I did--I've seen a lot of other tops done in different ways and they all seem to come out good. Attached image(s) |
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