which red for the interior?

AKLGT · Post by **AKLGT** » Mon Jul 21, 2003 9:32 am

OK, I finally got one panel back from the body shop yesterday with the new red metallic paint. It's a darker red, more like burgundy or closer to Salsa. It looks closer to the red leather inserts in my interior. Which do you think I should go with? The new metallic dark red or the original bright red?New Red:

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AKLGT · Post by **AKLGT** » Mon Jul 21, 2003 9:33 am

another pic of the new red along with the interior seats

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ragingfish · Post by **ragingfish** » Mon Jul 21, 2003 9:33 am

Show us them side by side if you can. Never saw the first red...

AKLGT · Post by **AKLGT** » Mon Jul 21, 2003 9:34 am

the original bright red. matches the original pontiac arrow and guages.

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AKLGT · Post by **AKLGT** » Mon Jul 21, 2003 9:35 am

I don't know how to splice them together or post multiple images in one frame. if you know how, tell me.

Geo · Post by **Geo** » Mon Jul 21, 2003 10:27 am

Wow, that's awesome!!!!!If youdon't mind me asking, how much are they charging you to paint all these parts like this? I really really like the way that looks

scherry2 · Post by **scherry2** » Mon Jul 21, 2003 10:27 am

I like the dark red it would go with my salsa vibe. very cool

AKLGT · Post by **AKLGT** » Mon Jul 21, 2003 12:10 pm

he's giving me the paint he already has as a freebie. i think he has enough for the 2 door panels. i have to buy a pint of paint and some clear for the remainder. should be about $30-50 depending on cost of paint. he'll put it on his tab so i'll get his price too.

ragingfish · Post by **ragingfish** » Mon Jul 21, 2003 12:18 pm

I like the new red...looks a lot like my Injen red...

meathead333 · Post by **meathead333** » Mon Jul 21, 2003 1:25 pm

for sure the second one, look a lot better

Psychobroker · Post by **Psychobroker** » Mon Jul 21, 2003 1:35 pm

defintely the new red. I'm in the process of doing the same thing to my interior panels. The third coat is curing as we speak I'm doing this myself, and depending on how it turns out (will post pics if I can get my camera to work and find a host hehe), I might do them for others as well.

Triton · Post by **Triton** » Mon Jul 21, 2003 9:41 pm

Definately do the dark red. It goes a lot better with the leather.

illusion · Post by **illusion** » Mon Jul 21, 2003 11:21 pm

The dark red is definitely a nicer look than the old red. Don't get me wrong, the old red looks good, but the new metallic looks awesome!

cibomatto · Post by **cibomatto** » Tue Jul 22, 2003 12:59 am

TRDVIBE I imed you but I am not sure if it worked so here are my questions.Can any Bodyshop do this for you? how much did this cost ?If the acculaser thing doesn't work out I will strongly consider going the route you are taking...The pics you posted LOOKS amazing

Sub-Vibe-R · Post by **Sub-Vibe-R** » Tue Jul 22, 2003 1:43 am

The dark one all the way!!!And it would look nice in my Salsa

cibomatto · Post by **cibomatto** » Wed Jul 23, 2003 3:10 am

I wonder how easy it would be to get this kit and have it painted professionaly by a body shop since acculaser seems to have trouble doing this...Probably cheaper to do what TRDVibe did

Psychobroker · Post by **Psychobroker** » Wed Jul 23, 2003 6:36 am

Are those overlays or replacement panels?

cibomatto · Post by **cibomatto** » Wed Jul 23, 2003 6:43 am

these are overlays...

Psychobroker · Post by **Psychobroker** » Wed Jul 23, 2003 6:47 am

Like I said in a couple of other posts, I'm currently painting my factory panels (including the AC head) and will post pics soon. If anyone likes the way they came out, I'll happily do them for other members..

AKLGT · Post by **AKLGT** » Thu Jul 24, 2003 11:04 am

the pics don't do any justice, but it looks really great!

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AKLGT · Post by **AKLGT** » Thu Jul 24, 2003 11:06 am

it's a little light/bright, but you get the idea. Much cheaper than any aculaser kit or replacement parts! it cost me $40.

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cibomatto · Post by **cibomatto** » Thu Jul 24, 2003 8:07 pm

quote:it's a little light/bright, but you get the idea. Much cheaper than any aculaser kit or replacement parts! it cost me $40.I am stunned on how GREAT that looks....Looks like they even got the texture down right... what place did this for you? I wonder if I could go to any random paint/body shop and get this good of a job done...I am going to start shopping around

cibomatto · Post by **cibomatto** » Fri Jul 25, 2003 3:20 am

GM Auto Body: They can't to interior pianting (plastic coating is different from metal)PoMoCo: Auto Body: Same dealMaaco Auto Body: place turned me off so I didn;t bother asking...TRDVibe... where did you get this done?

Psychobroker · Post by **Psychobroker** » Fri Jul 25, 2003 3:33 am

Just do it yourself

cibomatto · Post by **cibomatto** » Fri Jul 25, 2003 3:56 am

I am too afraid , I am sure I would screw it all up

Psychobroker · Post by **Psychobroker** » Fri Jul 25, 2003 6:39 am

If I can get my hands on a digital camera, I will snap some shots of the job I am doing on mine and post them. I'd be happy to do it for forum members, and I have an idea of how to cut down the time you'll be w/o panels hehe.Would someone with a parts list look up the panel part#'s and prices please? The dealership told me the center A/C panel comes with the actual A/C control unit only, which would probably make it pricey. My guy seems to have experience with the Vibe, so he probably knows what he's talking about.

AKLGT · Post by **AKLGT** » Fri Jul 25, 2003 3:36 pm

after doing it myself first, it looked fine. but then having it professionally done, it looks awesome! the body shop that did it, also works on show cars and such. he knew exactly what type of sealer to put on first and how it would react with the paint if there was a deep scratch. i probably spend about 4 hours over there as he explained it to me. spray cans just can't do the job like a pro. unless you have all the air tools, paint booth, sealers, hardeners, automotive clear coat (not the laquer kind I used), and a way to bake the parts to that glossy finish, it will look OK, but not great. You really have to see it to appreciate what a fantastic job he did. he was only going to charge me for the paint $23, but I wanted to give him atleast $40 for all his help.

Psychobroker · Post by **Psychobroker** » Mon Jul 28, 2003 2:44 am

$40 is a great deal on it's own. Lookin' good

Geo · Post by **Geo** » Mon Jul 28, 2003 11:53 am

I might have to do this, instead of actual OEM replacements (since those are far off ... heh)

Triton · Post by **Triton** » Mon Jul 28, 2003 10:15 pm

Those turned out really good! And $40 is a great price. That was far less than what I paid for the Acculaser kit. But I also love my kit too.

cibomatto · Post by **cibomatto** » Tue Jul 29, 2003 1:27 am

Is there anyone in here "Seriously" considering doing what TRDvibe did in his Vibe?

slbpsi63 · Post by **slbpsi63** » Tue Jul 29, 2003 2:19 am

i am starting to consider it myself.

AKLGT · Post by **AKLGT** » Tue Jul 29, 2003 2:44 am

after having it all weekend, I can't tell you how good it looks. I will talk to Lou and see if he would be interested in painting more parts if some of you are interested. This was kind of a fun project for him, but will see about if he might want to do it for actual work. I imagine you'd be looking at a bit more than what I paid, probably $80-100 since it takes time from his regularly scheduled auto body shop. let me know if you are intersted. I will keep a tally and contact him about it.

cibomatto · Post by **cibomatto** » Tue Jul 29, 2003 2:56 am

TRDvibe...I am 150% interested...to me it will be money WELL spent...I will pay for shipping both ways as well

ragingfish · Post by **ragingfish** » Wed Aug 06, 2003 7:29 am

I'm interested too, but I would need firm numbers on cost, including shipping...

AKLGT · Post by **AKLGT** » Wed Aug 06, 2003 9:09 am

when I talked to Lou he told me $200 plus shipping. He did it for me for cost because, well, he likes me. actually, it takes a long time since he has to sand down all the parts, seal them, sand those, and then paint, clear, and bake. It's a lot more work than he thought when he offered up the job. It's more than the aculaser kits, but I think if you're going to spend $150 for stick on parts, you may as well pay the extra $50 to have it professionally painted. They look awesome!

scherry2 · Post by **scherry2** » Wed Aug 06, 2003 10:58 am

quote:Would someone with a parts list look up the panel part#'s and prices please? The dealership told me the center A/C panel comes with the actual A/C control unit only, which would probably make it pricey. My guy seems to have experience with the Vibe, so he probably knows what he's talking about.here ya go:radio trim 88970554 $38.81L/S air vent 88970561 $26.11a/c heater trim plate 88970556 $46.25door plate manual 88970393/4 right and left $29.26door plate electric 88970396/7 right and left $29.26

AKLGT · Post by **AKLGT** » Mon Aug 11, 2003 3:33 am

a few better pics of the inside.

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meathead333 · Post by **meathead333** » Mon Aug 11, 2003 4:14 am

id say that paint job looks excellent. doesnt even look like paint, i think it just looks like glossy red plastic. good job! id consider doing the same thing, but i dont know what color id want. i already like the silver.

AKLGT · Post by **AKLGT** » Mon Aug 11, 2003 5:03 am

yeah, too bad you can't see the metallic flakes. when the sun hits it, it's deep scarlet read with little tiny metal flakes that reflect from the light. it's so awesome! I'm very pleased with his work. lou will be doing the new SS hood for me too once that comes.

meathead333 · Post by **meathead333** » Mon Aug 11, 2003 6:09 am

whered you get that again? and for how much?

AKLGT · Post by **AKLGT** » Mon Aug 11, 2003 6:27 am

Tricked had one from his contact at Krera Racing. He told me to go to carflair on the web, http://carflair.com/pontiachoods.htm. they have a special right now. free shipping if you call it in. it only cost me $20 extra for shipping.

cibomatto · Post by **cibomatto** » Mon Aug 11, 2003 6:35 am

quote:whered you get that again? and for how much? one million dollars... Mwuhahahah mwuhahahaha

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meathead333 · Post by **meathead333** » Mon Aug 11, 2003 6:54 am

is your bud hookin you up on paint costs? how much?? if i had the cash id do it too for sure. its a sharp hood

AKLGT · Post by **AKLGT** » Tue Aug 12, 2003 10:41 am

yeah, he said he can probably do it for about $300-350 installed. my company is moving me back early so I have to come back to get it. i called anchorage and a few places told me $800-900! yeah, i'll be driving back for sure!

meathead333 · Post by **meathead333** » Wed Aug 13, 2003 2:30 am

quote:yeah, he said he can probably do it for about $300-350 installed. my company is moving me back early so I have to come back to get it. i called anchorage and a few places told me $800-900! yeah, i'll be driving back for sure!i would too for sure!

ragingfish · Post by **ragingfish** » Tue Sep 09, 2003 8:16 am

I wish I lived close enough to AK to see this car in person!!!

AKLGT · Post by **AKLGT** » Tue Sep 09, 2003 11:12 am

quote:I wish I lived close enough to AK to see this car in person!!!lol! well, it's always fun to have a road trip! j/k. i'm still impatiently waiting for my hood.

ragingfish · Post by **ragingfish** » Tue Sep 09, 2003 12:05 pm

You should roadtrip to Quebec or Indiana and I'll meet ya there for the next meet!

AKLGT · Post by **AKLGT** » Thu Jul 29, 2004 1:51 pm

Quote, originally posted by trdvibe Â»quote:I wish I lived close enough to AK to see this car in person!!!lol! well, it's always fun to have a road trip! j/k. i'm still impatiently waiting for my hood.ha ha ha! went back and read this from last year! oops! guess that hood never came!