Gustl
Feb 16 2006, 11:50 PM
just bought a set of white headlight surroundings on eBay
in general they're in good condition, but they're not really white ...
they've that typical "old and grey" touch as well as some color overspray
now I wonder what's the best way to get them clean white without distroying their surface
and without overspraying with white color
I'd love to keep the original white plastic look ...
any experiences?
Gustl
SirAndy
Feb 17 2006, 12:07 AM
QUOTE (Gustl @ Feb 16 2006, 09:50 PM) |
any experiences? |
i *tried* to clean my "once they were black" ones with no success ...
i ended up painting them with flat black and then a clear coat. they came out looking great ...
Andy
sk8kat1
Feb 17 2006, 07:19 AM
some numb nuts spray painted mine black -- warm soapy water , 2500 grit wet sanding paper , lots of scrubbing ...
getting them whiter .. I tried every thing... even one of those clorox bleach pens .. nothing seemed to realy work ... the more I sanded the whiter I got them but they are kinda weak to begin with so I didn't want to thin them too much
STL914
Feb 17 2006, 10:16 AM
I just cleaned a set of black ones that had white over spray. Used regular dish cleaning liquid and a scowering pad and a lot of rubbing. Turned out pretty good, not perfect. White may be a bit more difficult, especially with the red paint. You could try letting them soak in hot water with a liquid soap to soften up the paint.
rhodyguy
Feb 17 2006, 10:32 AM
have you tried just soaking them in a bleach/water bath? GOOF-OFF might work on the paint if it doesn't melt the surround, but my guess is the red will be etched into the plastic. we have some products in the states for cleaning plastic outside chairs and what not. it works well on the funiture. i have 2 sets of white surrounds that need help. i will get some of the product and report back.
k
sk8kat1
Feb 17 2006, 10:34 AM
hey guys my wife suggested one of those mr clean magic erasers after the paint is off .....I have such a good wife all helpful with the 914 stuff
JmuRiz
Feb 17 2006, 11:07 AM
I could not find a way to get mine clean and keep the finish on them. Ended up spraypainting them with white paint. Looks good enough, and easy to do touch-ups on, if needed.
boxstr
Feb 17 2006, 11:11 AM
The black surrounds are available from the Porsche dealer.
I was unable to get the white ones.
CCLINORDERUPTHEPARTS
rhodyguy
Feb 17 2006, 11:13 AM
you may be able to get 2 sets of white ones craig. orderuptheparts!!.
k
#1 worker bee
sk8kat1
Feb 17 2006, 11:23 AM
YOU CAN ORDER WHITE ONES -- FROM WHERE!!!
AND HOW MUCH?
rhodyguy
Feb 17 2006, 11:26 AM
i know for a fact that 2 sets are located at 12502 40th ave e tacoma wa 98446-3231. near 128th st e and canyon rd.
k
914werke
Feb 17 2006, 11:50 AM
Ive got a set as well if someone is interested.
rhodyguy
Feb 17 2006, 11:51 AM
. eric?
k
davep
Feb 17 2006, 11:51 AM
I found a power washer works good on white plastic patio furniture, but leaves a rough surface. After such a cleaning, I'd be inclined to use a white bumper paint. That paint adheres well to plastic and rubber. Chemical cleaners tend to damage the plastic. Basically, as has been stated, removing the discolored layer is really the only choice. It is not so much cleaning as refinishing.
Jacco
Feb 17 2006, 12:02 PM
Hey Gustl,
I've also been giving it some thought, and maybe it's possible to bead blast them with the glass stuff.
I've done it on plexiglass to get it to appear as semi translucent plastic, that worked very well and that was on thin plexiglass.
I could try it on a white set of mine, but that will be a couple of weeks from now to know the results since I do not have them here. I can use a bead blaster at the workshop of my university.
Might be worth a try
greets
Jacco
Gustl
Feb 17 2006, 12:33 PM
wow - lots of good tips - many thanks @ all
I'll try the one or the other way on the inner side to see the result
might take it's time but I'll let you know the results
Gustl
GaroldShaffer
Feb 17 2006, 01:03 PM
Anyone try that Krylon paint for plastic stuff?
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