Thanks for the suggestions Bob.
I didn't know the bumper was aluminum.
Wonder if it can be powder coated?
SteveRT
Bob Tom wrote:
> At 09:30 AM 6/18/99 -0700, you wrote:
> >Does anyone know how to properly prep a front bumper on a sport so
> >that the paint sticks good?
>
> Here are the suggestions that I received who has painted my and
> his own vehicles.
>
> It appears that our bumpers are aluminum.
>
> If you wish to take the old paint off down to the bare aluminum,
> then you will need to use an aluminum primer/sealant before painting.
>
> If you are not going down to bare aluminum, he suggests wet sanding
> with 600 grit (he prefers this grit because the sanding scratches are
> less likely to show through) and then apply the paint. Primer could be put on
> before painting but it will add to the thickness and increase the
> chances of chipping.
>
> The process would apply if the bumper is not aluminum. Just be sure
> to seal it if you sand/blast the old paint to the metal.
>
> Hope this helps. If you could supply more details, I could speak
> to him again.
>
> Bob
> Burlington, Ontario
>
> '97 CC Sport, 5.2L, 3.55, auto., 4x2, flame red
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