e46 330ci Respray

[325_driver 422]

46 minutes ago, Lucan said:

 Nice job, how long did you wait between clear coats? I always end up with a rough finish and need to do a lot of rubbing/cutting when I do touch ups

Also I used some 2k clear they said it was  high density stuff which goes on alot thicker and alot more glass look at the end.

 

[325_driver 422]

[zero 1162]

Great work!

 

With all the effort you have made, why not just spray the whole car?

[325_driver 422]

Lol ... Thought about it...

Still can if I wanted to I suppose with all this spare paint.

The issue was with all the prep so was going to do section by section since I had a limited time window.

And the paint on the other panels was mint any way. Looked like a past repair / paint job had stated to go south tho. 

But I'm ending up going to do the entire front bumper now, few scuffs and easier to sand back. 

So that leaves me roof + doors + fenders if I wanted to haha.

Was also unsure on how much 2 litres of paint would cover, the shop suggested that I would need 2 litres (un-thinned) to do what i did.

Edited September 24, 2017 by 325_driver

[325_driver 422]

Still need to wait a few days do a bit of buffing.

Then onto the bumper

Edited September 24, 2017 by 325_driver

[325_driver 422]

Bumper done.

Also went diamond black on the kidney grill's and mesh.

After some buffing of the car and the sun to come out. Might get some final photos

[Gabe79 410]

If you’re were closer I’d be hitting you up to paint mine. ?

I love this thread. 

[325_driver 422]

If you had a spray booth definitely lol .... Probably won't do it in a workshop again. Too Much dust from everywhere even after a big clean up and also water on Ground

[325_driver 422]

2 hours ago, Gabe79 said:

If you’re were closer I’d be hitting you up to paint mine. ?

I love this thread. 

yeah subliminally i've been uploading this stuff not just as a progress memory for the future, but to tempt others to get into it.

I mean who else wouldnt want black mesh, and black kidney grills, they make the car look way more agressive

if you have a 330ci, you have to look aggressive.

I can't believe the before and after shots of the car, wen't from average looking vehicle before - to 1000x

[325_driver 422]

The CRC liquid cut and Polish works amazing btw.

Got a 2 step finisher that adds nice deep glass look

Still a few finger prints in that photo lol

Trialed with some cheaper compound prior to crc and can definitely notice a difference especially in the time to get the result.

Edited October 2, 2017 by 325_driver

[zero 1162]

Would you hire me your spray gear, and sell me any remaining paint, so I can spray my engine bay?

[325_driver 422]

You got a compressor?

I'm in Tauranga bro - Paint Gear is my brothers workshop (but possible) will ask.

How much paint do you think you will need?

Paint and clear? Thinners etc?

Edited October 2, 2017 by 325_driver

[qube 3570]

Nathan I got a compressor and some paint gears if you want to borrow it. 

[325_driver 422]

5 minutes ago, qube said:

Nathan I got a compressor and some paint gears if you want to borrow it. 

that might be easier,

I have left over

- 475/9 diamond black paint + thinner (1:1 mix) (1litre each / 2 litres once thinned)

- 2k clear + hardner + autothane thinner  2:1 + 5/10% thinner

- universal thinner

Let me know ... should be able to sort something out

Edited October 2, 2017 by 325_driver

[zero 1162]

31 minutes ago, qube said:

Nathan I got a compressor and some paint gears if you want to borrow it. 

Thanks, will PM.

[zero 1162]

27 minutes ago, 325_driver said:

that might be easier,

I have left over

- 475/9 diamond black paint + thinner (1:1 mix) (1litre each / 2 litres once thinned)

- 2k clear + hardner + autothane thinner  2:1 + 5/10% thinner

- universal thinner

Let me know ... should be able to sort something out

Thanks - will PM.

[325_driver 422]

Anyone got carbon colour badges on their car?

Interesting look

Edited October 4, 2017 by 325_driver

[325_driver 422]

Just finished a final buff, getting rid of those annoying scratches,

Thought i would upload a quick before / after entry - what a rewarding journey

Before

After

Before

After

Edited October 11, 2017 by 325_driver
More buffing

[Gabe79 410]

Awesome work dude. I dream of a day I have time kid-free to do something like this. ?

[325_driver 422]

You've seen the articles, 

- sell the house

- sell the wife

- sell the kids

- keep the dog

 

[qube 3570]

the front end is looking amazing now. really like it!

[325_driver 422]

3 hours ago, qube said:

the front end is looking amazing now. really like it!

now we just need everybody else to black out their mesh and grills

it's the only style to have

[325_driver 422]

And one last thing!

Don't know if everyone likes the style but I think it adds a little pop to it.

I'll be putting up some propper ride photos up once my new wheels arrive. Add it to the bimmersport community officially!

[325_driver 422]

On 10/7/2017 at 2:37 PM, Gabe79 said:

Awesome work dude. I dream of a day I have time kid-free to do something like this. ?

Just gunna keep doing stuff until i see some project photos from you bro!