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Old 07-15-2014, 07:45 AM
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Default What is the most durable DIY fender flare coating

I have 4 cans of Duplicolor Bumper Coat. I used it on my last Disco. Looked great, but it scratched very easily. Would rather not use Bed liner spray, because of the rough surface it leaves.

Anyone found anything that is more durable than the Duplicolor for the DIYer?

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Old 07-18-2014, 08:22 PM
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Anybody found anything better than the Duplicolor
 
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Old 07-20-2014, 03:33 PM
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I recollect reading in one of the past posts that the Rustoleum plastic primer base coat works well:

Specialty Plastic Primer Spray Product Page

Then use a paint for plastic parts or some type of paint with flex additives:

Specialty Paint For Plastic Spray Product Page
 
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Old 07-21-2014, 09:27 AM
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Old 07-21-2014, 09:25 PM
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Originally Posted by drowssap
you serious?
 
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Old 07-22-2014, 08:32 AM
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quite serious, goes on with the applicator and wipes of with a rag.
no need for tape, plastic, nothing.
 

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Smooth peanut butter is also good for recolouring unpainted black or grey plastic - when you rub it in the oils soak into the plastic.
 
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I used Duplicolor Bed Armor. Has held up well.
 
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