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Old 07-04-2016, 07:48 PM
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Diode Dynamics makes a nice acrylic panel. Went with the aluminum look myself. $12





If you have this version, its only $8


And some cheap & easy underhood bling, $12
Where can I find this? Can't seem to find it in diode dynamics website.
Old 07-07-2016, 05:28 PM
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Old 07-08-2016, 12:06 PM
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For those of you who have plasti-dipped your badges, did you take them off first, or do it with them on the car? Seems like it'd be hard to mask off some of the edges of the Infiniti badge itself, etc.
Old 07-08-2016, 12:45 PM
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Originally Posted by Monaco
For those of you who have plasti-dipped your badges, did you take them off first, or do it with them on the car? Seems like it'd be hard to mask off some of the edges of the Infiniti badge itself, etc.
You do not need to remove them and it is not necessary to entirely mask around them. I just did a square of masking tape around the area to avoid overspray. The emblems are slightly raised off the surface whichcreates a tiny gap between the emblem and the car. So once the dip dries you peel of the part around the emblem, remove your tape and your good to go. I used a toothpick to remove the part inside the Infiniti emblem. Tons of videos on youtube.





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Old 07-08-2016, 12:51 PM
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Oh interesting. So did you use an exacto knife at all to cut out the tape/paper on the inside of the logo, or were you able to wedge the newspaper behind it?

And did you use glossifier or the metallic spray on the badge as well? Thanks!
Old 07-08-2016, 12:56 PM
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Originally Posted by Monaco
Oh interesting. So did you use an exacto knife at all to cut out the tape/paper on the inside of the logo, or were you able to wedge the newspaper behind it?

And did you use glossifier or the metallic spray on the badge as well? Thanks!
No there is no masking going inside the emblem, just a square about 2 or 3 inches around the area to deal with overspray.

For the color, its about 3 coats of anthracite, a coat of metallizer, and a coat of gloss.
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Oh, perfect. Thanks much!
Old 07-08-2016, 02:53 PM
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Originally Posted by TBau651
No there is no masking going inside the emblem, just a square about 2 or 3 inches around the area to deal with overspray. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u8Gfd46AxLw

For the color, its about 3 coats of anthracite, a coat of metallizer, and a coat of gloss.
Geez....what a waste of tape.
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Geez....what a waste of tape.
i guess he could not find a newpaper???
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While were critiquing, Also probably not super wise using a metal screwdriver that has been scraped on the cement to remove the pieces inside the emblem.
Old 07-23-2016, 03:05 PM
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Read through this whole thread and found some things I've picked up for under $40 that weren't talked about so here we go.

Silicon key fob case that slips right onto the key. I love it. Feels great and I know the key is fine if it falls out of my pocket or if I'm throwing it in my gym bag.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AIO54UI..._d37KxbQP89XCM

I've only had my car a few weeks but I've noticed the seatbelt kinda digs into my neck so I also picked these up
They got mixed reviews and mine are in the mail but for $5 I said why not. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0096EFVBO..._h57KxbV508RMS

Roughly $15 for the logo ground projection when you open the door KingCK Infiniti 1 Min Easy Installation HD Car Door Logo Projector Pack of 2 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KZD8ME8..._N67KxbKKCDEEW

I've also dipped my emblems and (super easy and worth it). I painted my stock rims semi gloss black and they look amazing (paint + materials ~$40)
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Carbon fiber accents

Use 3M carbon fiber vinyl wrap to cover the brushed aluminum finish and add a nice accent to your interior



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Old 08-24-2016, 01:55 PM
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Originally Posted by GariepyVQ
Use 3M carbon fiber vinyl wrap to cover the brushed aluminum finish and add a nice accent to your interior
Nice! I'm actually in the process of doing the exact same thing right now. Finished a few dash pieces and still need to do the doors and radio.
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Originally Posted by GariepyVQ
Use 3M carbon fiber vinyl wrap to cover the brushed aluminum finish and add a nice accent to your interior



How much material did you need for all the trim and where did you order from?
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Old 08-27-2016, 10:04 AM
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I think 2ft by 5ft should be plenty, eBay or Amazon is probably your best bet. And don't go cheap on the vinyl, I ordered some China vinyl for my steering wheel trim and I had to redo it recently, I used 3m carbon fiber vinyl and it is night and day in terms of quality. Bargains are great, but here you get what you pay for.


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