Nissan 370Z Forum  

3 Gauges Silver Circle Replacement. Need Help

Hi guys, I recently took the 3 silver circles around the voltage, clock and temperature indicator off and painted them the same color as my car. 2 of them came

Go Back   Nissan 370Z Forum > Nissan 370Z Tech Area > Exterior & Interior


Reply
 
LinkBack Thread Tools Display Modes
Old 06-08-2011, 08:19 PM   #1 (permalink)
Base Member
 
Joebarchuck's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: Los Angeles
Posts: 202
Drives: 2010 370Z Roadster
Rep Power: 15
Joebarchuck is on a distinguished road
Default 3 Gauges Silver Circle Replacement. Need Help

Hi guys,

I recently took the 3 silver circles around the voltage, clock and temperature indicator off and painted them the same color as my car.

2 of them came out completely perfect but someone in my family walked on the third one I had left to dry after the 4th clear coat.

I am so mad, it is dented and I have no idea where I can buy a new one. I've searched online without success anyone here can help?

Thanks,
__________________
Red 2010 370Z Roadster: Stillen G3, Stillen Exhaust, Up-Rev Tune (312 RWHP), Eibach Pro Springs, 20mm spacers front and back, Rear Camber Kit, Tinted Windows, GT-R Start Button, Interior Mods
Joebarchuck is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-08-2011, 09:21 PM   #2 (permalink)
Track Member
 
Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: Katy Texas
Posts: 552
Drives: 11 CTS-V Coupe
Rep Power: 15
Dark Sarcasm will become famous soon enoughDark Sarcasm will become famous soon enough
Default

dealer parts dept
__________________
wax
Dark Sarcasm is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-08-2011, 09:28 PM   #3 (permalink)
Enthusiast Member
 
Kcuba370z's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: New York
Posts: 340
Drives: Z34
Rep Power: 15
Kcuba370z will become famous soon enoughKcuba370z will become famous soon enough
Default

I'd actually like to see how the paintjob turned out
Kcuba370z is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-08-2011, 09:52 PM   #4 (permalink)
Base Member
 
Joebarchuck's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: Los Angeles
Posts: 202
Drives: 2010 370Z Roadster
Rep Power: 15
Joebarchuck is on a distinguished road
Default

I'll post pics soon. It turned out better than I expected. I used automotive paint and automotive clear coat, it's as good as the car's paint.

My plan is to do that on the silver pieces for the vent in the door as well as the door handles inside the car.
__________________
Red 2010 370Z Roadster: Stillen G3, Stillen Exhaust, Up-Rev Tune (312 RWHP), Eibach Pro Springs, 20mm spacers front and back, Rear Camber Kit, Tinted Windows, GT-R Start Button, Interior Mods
Joebarchuck is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-08-2011, 10:03 PM   #5 (permalink)
A True Z Fanatic
 
Baer383's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: Lawrenceville,Ga
Posts: 4,293
Drives: My foot up your azz
Rep Power: 30
Baer383 has a reputation beyond reputeBaer383 has a reputation beyond reputeBaer383 has a reputation beyond reputeBaer383 has a reputation beyond reputeBaer383 has a reputation beyond reputeBaer383 has a reputation beyond reputeBaer383 has a reputation beyond reputeBaer383 has a reputation beyond reputeBaer383 has a reputation beyond reputeBaer383 has a reputation beyond reputeBaer383 has a reputation beyond repute
Default

We need pic's right friggin now!!!!!!!!!!

__________________
2013 ZL1

754 rwhp 747 rwtq
Baer383 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-08-2011, 10:51 PM   #6 (permalink)
Base Member
 
Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: Fontana, CA
Posts: 50
Drives: 2009 370Z PearlWhite
Rep Power: 15
Rebelman is on a distinguished road
Default

Damn that sounds like it would look good must see
__________________
370z, Pearl white, tinted windows, sports package, 6spd man.
Rebelman is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-08-2011, 10:56 PM   #7 (permalink)
Track Member
 
007MI6's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2011
Location: Corpus Christi, TX
Age: 45
Posts: 703
Drives: Audrey
Rep Power: 15
007MI6 is a jewel in the rough007MI6 is a jewel in the rough007MI6 is a jewel in the rough007MI6 is a jewel in the rough
Default

In for pics!
__________________

2011 370Z Touring+Sport Coupe
BLK Int||M6||Navigation||Illuminated Door Sills||GoMiniGo LPB
007MI6 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-08-2011, 11:15 PM   #8 (permalink)
Base Member
 
Joebarchuck's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: Los Angeles
Posts: 202
Drives: 2010 370Z Roadster
Rep Power: 15
Joebarchuck is on a distinguished road
Default

The picture is not great because I left my camera at work and there is no natural light but it gives you an idea. Keep in mind I put them on the hood with sunlight and the paint color as well as the gloss is the exact same.

I'll make better ones once all three are done, installed and the hats are put back on.

Note: The blue tape in the back is because I did not want dust to go into the glass as without the hats there is an opening.

__________________
Red 2010 370Z Roadster: Stillen G3, Stillen Exhaust, Up-Rev Tune (312 RWHP), Eibach Pro Springs, 20mm spacers front and back, Rear Camber Kit, Tinted Windows, GT-R Start Button, Interior Mods
Joebarchuck is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-08-2011, 11:33 PM   #9 (permalink)
A True Z Fanatic
 
kevr6's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2009
Location: N.W. Atlanta
Posts: 1,515
Drives: '09 Graphite 370Z 6M
Rep Power: 666
kevr6 has a reputation beyond reputekevr6 has a reputation beyond reputekevr6 has a reputation beyond reputekevr6 has a reputation beyond reputekevr6 has a reputation beyond reputekevr6 has a reputation beyond reputekevr6 has a reputation beyond reputekevr6 has a reputation beyond reputekevr6 has a reputation beyond reputekevr6 has a reputation beyond reputekevr6 has a reputation beyond repute
Send a message via AIM to kevr6
Default

How did you get the hats off?
__________________
Beware...
Daily Sliding In My ZLED!
kevr6 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-08-2011, 11:54 PM   #10 (permalink)
Base Member
 
Joebarchuck's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: Los Angeles
Posts: 202
Drives: 2010 370Z Roadster
Rep Power: 15
Joebarchuck is on a distinguished road
Default

It was a pain but once you know how to, it is easy.

You have to use a flat screw driver and insert it on the side about where the mark is for max voltage. Something will pop then pop on the other side and then the back side comes off easy.
__________________
Red 2010 370Z Roadster: Stillen G3, Stillen Exhaust, Up-Rev Tune (312 RWHP), Eibach Pro Springs, 20mm spacers front and back, Rear Camber Kit, Tinted Windows, GT-R Start Button, Interior Mods
Joebarchuck is offline   Reply With Quote
Reply

Bookmarks


Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are On
Pingbacks are On
Refbacks are On


Similar Threads
Thread Thread Starter Forum Replies Last Post
Defi Gauges, where to buy? spearfish25 Exterior & Interior 1 03-24-2011 10:03 PM
LTT H&R 10mm Stud Replacement Spacers for 15mm stud replacement H&R chuckd05 Parts for sale (Private Classifieds) 5 02-16-2011 06:05 PM
Circle Flies Mergnthwirker Gentleman's Club 7 11-01-2010 01:45 AM
Silver 2010 SL550 on Matte Silver Vossen VVS-CV1 jav@vossen Other Vehicles 2 07-20-2010 10:19 PM
New gauges question SkyZ Exterior & Interior 0 06-14-2010 04:03 PM


All times are GMT -5. The time now is 11:05 AM.


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.4
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.
Search Engine Optimization by vBSEO 3.6.0 PL2