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Old 09-14-2012, 10:54 AM   #1 (permalink)
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Hell no, we cant go cheap on something like this, you will definitely see the difference.
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Hell no, we can go cheap on something like this, you will definitely see the difference.
But gas prices are too high.

If you do a decent job, it won't be as noticeable. Even my plasti dipped door handles looked good
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How well would these handles hold up compared to Factory painted parts?
I've had mine for just about two years now and they show no signs of fading or wear so far. They look like they came from the factory that way.

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I think you mean can't
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Hell no, we can go cheap on something like this, you will definitely see the difference.
Paint blending is not my forte and I wouldn't trust anyone other than a professional shop to make it look like what I ended up with. Not like they charged me a fortune to do it.
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