Painting window switch plates
6/13/06, 07:18 PM
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Originally Posted by Lokius
I might have to give this a shot, I would also paint the door speaker surrounds silver 
http://www.crutchfield.com/S-eFZ1Eww...k+momo&i=107G8
6/13/06, 09:47 PM
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Originally Posted by vppreacher
For those interested, Polk/Momo makes some nice 8" speaker grilles that fit very nicely on the doors for those with the Shaker radios. I have them and going to paint them the same silver as the switchplates.
http://www.crutchfield.com/S-eFZ1Eww...k+momo&i=107G8
http://www.crutchfield.com/S-eFZ1Eww...k+momo&i=107G8
6/14/06, 10:12 AM
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Originally Posted by Boltzman
how did you know they would fit? also they look like they're already silver. I was thinking about getting Steeda ones but they are $160.00.
The Steeda ones are nice as well. I don't like how Steeda puts huge logos on most items. However, their grilles are metal and the Polk are plastic. Also, the Polk Grilles replace the stock grilles whereas the Steeda just covers it. I plan on replacing the speakers as well.
They aren't my car, but I've attached some pics for those interested.
6/14/06, 11:28 AM
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Originally Posted by vppreacher
I didn't know they would fit, but just like they way they looked. Crutchfield has an easy return policy, so I got them and they fit very nicely. They are already silver, but I don't want the Polk/Momo label and I'd prefer they match the IUP a little better. They are close. However, I still plan to paint them like the switchplates.
The Steeda ones are nice as well. I don't like how Steeda puts huge logos on most items. However, their grilles are metal and the Polk are plastic. Also, the Polk Grilles replace the stock grilles whereas the Steeda just covers it. I plan on replacing the speakers as well.
They aren't my car, but I've attached some pics for those interested.
The Steeda ones are nice as well. I don't like how Steeda puts huge logos on most items. However, their grilles are metal and the Polk are plastic. Also, the Polk Grilles replace the stock grilles whereas the Steeda just covers it. I plan on replacing the speakers as well.
They aren't my car, but I've attached some pics for those interested.
6/15/06, 07:39 PM
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I think the speaker is just asking to be painted. Did anyone notice that the speaker circumference design is the same as the rear badge design? Something can be done with that. Anyone know how much Ford would sell the speaker cover? (Just in case).
6/16/06, 09:48 AM
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Originally Posted by Spirit
I think the speaker is just asking to be painted. Did anyone notice that the speaker circumference design is the same as the rear badge design? Something can be done with that. Anyone know how much Ford would sell the speaker cover? (Just in case).
6/16/06, 07:03 PM
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Originally Posted by Boltzman
Someones already painted them.just can't remember. I'm sure they'll be at least75 a pair.just a guess. I like the Steeda "s" symbol. sorta reminds me of Superman. We need to find a member with a machine shop and give them design ideas!!
http://forums.bradbarnett.net/showthread.php?t=48653
Looks pretty good.
I saw the Steeda speaker covers. You're right, looks like Superman symbol. Anyone have a machine shop out there?
I found a local dealer of interior accessories, also manufactures stuff. Next time I'm there, I'll ask what can be done.
6/16/06, 07:52 PM
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Originally Posted by Spirit
I saw one painted in post #6 here:
http://forums.bradbarnett.net/showthread.php?t=48653
Looks pretty good.
I saw the Steeda speaker covers. You're right, looks like Superman symbol. Anyone have a machine shop out there?
I found a local dealer of interior accessories, also manufactures stuff. Next time I'm there, I'll ask what can be done.
http://forums.bradbarnett.net/showthread.php?t=48653
Looks pretty good.
I saw the Steeda speaker covers. You're right, looks like Superman symbol. Anyone have a machine shop out there?
I found a local dealer of interior accessories, also manufactures stuff. Next time I'm there, I'll ask what can be done.
6/26/06, 11:36 PM
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http://www.badongo.com/pic/224385
my painted switch plates
my painted switch plates
6/27/06, 05:35 PM
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Originally Posted by Boltzman
http://www.badongo.com/pic/224385
my painted switch plates
my painted switch plates
6/28/06, 09:10 AM
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Originally Posted by LEO_06GT
How long did it take for them to dry????
6/28/06, 01:53 PM
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Originally Posted by Boltzman
http://www.badongo.com/pic/224385
my painted switch plates
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6/28/06, 02:12 PM
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Originally Posted by nole_trainer
Nice floormats!!
6/30/06, 09:43 AM
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After many weeks of painting, thinking, painting again, thinking again, re-painting - aggggggghhhh
This is what I ended up with. Paint the pieces using the silver, and using decals from bobwhite
This is what I ended up with. Paint the pieces using the silver, and using decals from bobwhite
