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Does anyone know a good brand/code for Aluma-Look Paint?

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Old Mar 14, 2012 | 11:50 AM
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Does anyone know a good brand/code for Aluma-Look Paint?

I am looking to change a a black ashtray delete option for my center console to Aluma-look. Can anyone recommend a brand of paint and the color/code that will best match the OEM Aluma-look trim? Thanks.
 
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isn't aluma look power coating? may want to check bumperplug to see if they sell it
 
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Originally Posted by djantlive
isn't aluma look power coating? may want to check bumperplug to see if they sell it
It may be powder coat, but I figured that someone had to have painted some trim pieces themselves to match. I know a lot of people have painted their entire center consoles. I tried to order the ashtray delete from Eric and Bumperplugs but they no longer sell just that part (only the entire center console).
 
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Here's information your local paint shop can use to mix aluma look

The paint is Spies Hecker. Code 4W9
Ref No.745710
Color: ALU 03 - Effect
Series 293
 
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Originally Posted by FLY996
Here's information your local paint shop can use to mix aluma look

The paint is Spies Hecker. Code 4W9
Ref No.745710
Color: ALU 03 - Effect
Series 293
Thanks Fly!
 
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Originally Posted by FLY996
Here's information your local paint shop can use to mix aluma look

The paint is Spies Hecker. Code 4W9
Ref No.745710
Color: ALU 03 - Effect
Series 293
Fly!!! You The Greatest!!!! I found out Porsche uses 4 character codes for paint so the code they reference is L4W9 Spies Hecker is made by DuPont. The DuPont Code is X1070. I will post pictures of its turnout asap. Here is some dips and drabs for now. More applications to follow!!

 
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I went a less permanent route and used Aluminum Plasti Dip. Came out great and i can peel it off when and if I don't want it anymore.





 
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Guys, I know this is a really old thread, but when using the Spies Hecker L4W9 or dupont equivalent, do you also use a clear coat? My aluminum look trim on the exterior of my Cayenne turbo has a more satin/matte look, and Im no paint expert so do you use a satin/matter clear over this or can you get the L4W9 mixed in a satin/matte?

Im ready to do the roof rails and want to give my paint shop a jump start on using the right color, and want to make sure the sheen is also correct.

Thanks
 
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