Can fenders be painted on 02Liberty?

[pong]

Hey guys...

I have a white 2002 Jeep Liberty Sport with the dull grey fenders. I really prefer the look of the white w/white fenders and am wondering if i can have my current ones painted to match the rest of the car(will paint stick) or does it require getting brand new fenders?

PONG

 

[HoosierJeeper]

I'm pretty sure you can, just prime and sand really well. Others will chime in with better answers though...

 

[67Customs]

It definitely will. Just apply a primer safe for plastic pieces and then spray your color and finish with a clear. Tape the surrounding areas off really well.

If you just paint them, though, the fenders will still have a texture. You will have to sand them down in order to flatten them out and make them smooth.

 

[Ry' N Jen]

Make sure you use a paint which remains flexible when dry.

 

[tazzsrenegade]

pull them off before you paint them. dont do them on your jeep. prep them really well and as long as you mix in a good flex agent you will have no problems

 

[jnaut]

There are some special paints for plastic. I don't remember the brands or types, but some of the major mfg's like Rustoleum carry them. I'd highly recommend checking into these.

 

[pong]

Thanks for all the answers so quick everyone...

my next question was answered I think... is it recommened to take them off intead of taping the area.. or does that cause more problems with reinstallation?

 

[pong]

So I take it that would apply to the back bumper as well?

 

[twack]

isnt it a real ***** to get the fenders off?

 

[HoosierJeeper]

So I take it that would apply to the back bumper as well?

Sure would.

isnt it a real ***** to get the fenders off?

I don't think, but I'll have to look again....

 

[BjBnet]

have them done with LineX....no more scratches ;-)

 

[Red02Liberty]

I just took all of my bumpers, fenders, and side moldings off and will be using "Forever Black" on them, it's a dye that apparently works pretty good...we shall see, I'll post pictures when I'm done