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Mitch-S May 6, 2012 03:55 PM

Black emblems?
 
Does Acura sell black emblems? If not, what would be the best way to black the emblems out.

I have a BWP and would like to do a black and white combo.

Thanks!

BrandonClaps May 6, 2012 05:53 PM


Originally Posted by Mitch-S (Post 13757123)
Does Acura sell black emblems? If not, what would be the best way to black the emblems out.

I have a BWP and would like to do a black and white combo.

Thanks!

Have you thought about plastidip?

Mitch-S May 6, 2012 06:23 PM

No. I was hoping Acura had them so I would just install them. But I guess painting would be the only option.

Zelaya May 6, 2012 06:56 PM

My local Acura dealer have but they're flat black. I alway see them when I go.

Steven Bell May 6, 2012 08:55 PM

I think MrHeelToe sells them. He's a vendor here on AZ.

Zelaya May 6, 2012 09:21 PM

WOW!! $219 for my set. That's pricey however I'm thinking getting a set if they have any promo code or I can spend $65.00 for new emblems and get a body shop paint them. I wonder if black chrome will look good on a black color.

Mitch-S May 6, 2012 10:52 PM

$219 for set? Wow!

I was thinking this would be a cheap mod but I guess not.

Thanks.

birdy*feet May 6, 2012 11:33 PM

My dealership sent out my front grill, back silver piece, and emblems out to be painted locally for $125 for the entire job. $219 is too pricey IMO just for the badges.

Here's the finished product - sorry that the pic isn't better. It's the only one I have... Hope this helps.

http://i727.photobucket.com/albums/w...e/ddaa3491.jpg

Mitch-S May 7, 2012 12:12 AM

Thanks. That looks really good. I'll see what my dealership can do.

vinnier6 May 7, 2012 11:42 AM


Originally Posted by Mitch-S (Post 13757861)
Thanks. That looks really good. I'll see what my dealership can do.

screw the dealership, call around and see what you can find in your area....take the middle man out of it....

Nexson May 7, 2012 12:54 PM

It is always important to take into consideration the prior steps taken, so that the finished product not only looks good, but it lasts.

Each chrome finished piece needs to be put into an epoxy prior to even have a chance at lasting on the road.

Zelaya May 7, 2012 01:09 PM

How much do you charge to paint them Nexson? you can pm if you wish.

Nexson May 7, 2012 04:23 PM


Originally Posted by Zelaya (Post 13758733)
How much do you charge to paint them Nexson? you can pm if you wish.

Oh, I am just stating based on what should be done, to produce a proper product.:thumbsup:

potmilkz May 7, 2012 04:29 PM

in other terms, he cant paint your emblems.

nanos May 8, 2012 11:33 PM

I took the plastidip way. easiest mod to do and can't complain as it looks really good for just spending $4.

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7099/7...a6ed8606_c.jpg

Mitch-S May 9, 2012 01:48 AM

Looks good. Did you take the emblems off first or did you just spray it straight?

Zelaya May 9, 2012 07:15 AM


Originally Posted by nanos (Post 13763036)
I took the plastidip way. easiest mod to do and can't complain as it looks really good for just spending $4.

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7099/7...a6ed8606_c.jpg

Looks great.

KB1Spec May 9, 2012 07:52 PM

Plasti Dipped my too

http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e3...1292011597.jpg

Mitch-S May 9, 2012 08:39 PM


Originally Posted by KB1Spec (Post 13765122)

How's the quality? Do you have to re-apply every so often? Thx

KB1Spec May 10, 2012 12:25 AM

No. Just spray it once and you are set. I washed my car numerous times and it haven't been peeling off. You pretty much use your finger nail to actually peel it off if you want it to comes out.

EazyRider562 May 10, 2012 12:29 AM

I'm not sure this would look good for Metallic Palladium color like I have... Any mod recommendations would be greatly appreciated though!

nanos May 10, 2012 10:33 PM

its been almost 2 years since I applied it and still good.

Mitch-S May 11, 2012 09:06 PM

I've been trying to plastidip my emblems all day and can't get it quite right.

I'm so freaking embarrassed how I can't do a simple mod.

KB1Spec May 11, 2012 11:35 PM

Don't overspray it. Spray 1 coat and wait for 5 minute and then spray another coat for 5 minute. You will see like bubbles or dots. it's normal. At first I thought I mess up because of bubble and dots but thats ok

have fun!


Originally Posted by Mitch-S (Post 13769956)
I've been trying to plastidip my emblems all day and can't get it quite right.

I'm so freaking embarrassed how I can't do a simple mod.


Mitch-S May 11, 2012 11:46 PM

Thanks. I'll probably have to re-do tomorrow.

aspecallday May 12, 2012 01:53 AM

you tube "how to plasti dib emblems"

Mitch-S May 12, 2012 02:11 AM


Originally Posted by aspecallday (Post 13770287)
you tube "how to plasti dib emblems"

I did. I must have seen a million videos and still got it wrong. Haha


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