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    M15x Paint Job...

    Discussion in 'Notebook Cosmetic Modifications and Custom Builds' started by The_Moo?, Jul 20, 2010.

  1. The_Moo™

    The_Moo™ Here we go again.....

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    I am currently working on the lid

    I was going to do a yellow with black racing stripes but I decided not to when a user told me some good news ...

    http://j.imagehost.org/view/0380/Snapshot_20100720

    (badddddd quality and i didnt know I could remove the alien head and plastic riveted peice :eek: (newb)

    Now it is going to be a green lid with maybe some designs in there I am not sure ...

    I will update as I go ... It will be days since I am doing this the right way and I am letting it dry at least 12-24 hours per coat.
     
    The_Moo™, Jul 20, 2010
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  2. inap

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    that user would be me,lol. can't wait to see the finish product moo. gonna be awesome.
     
    inap, Jul 20, 2010
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  3. Joebarchuck

    Joebarchuck Notebook Virtuoso

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    The_Moo

    I would love to have some input on the type of paint you are using and what is your sanding/smoothing process.

    Thanks for the help.
     
    Joebarchuck, Jul 29, 2010
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  4. The_Moo™

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    it looks different now I need to update this
     
    The_Moo™, Jul 30, 2010
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  5. Joebarchuck

    Joebarchuck Notebook Virtuoso

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    Would love to see pictures and when you get the time please let me know the sanding process and paint type you used.
     
    Joebarchuck, Jul 30, 2010
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  6. inap

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    so do you have new pictures of the final paint job yet?
     
    inap, Aug 3, 2010
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  7. ryukenden

    ryukenden Notebook Evangelist

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    What are you going to replace the plastic head with? I like to see the final product soon.
     
    ryukenden, Aug 4, 2010
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    calingasan Notebook Geek

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    Lol you sprayed over the alienhead
     
    calingasan, Aug 5, 2010
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  9. Joebarchuck

    Joebarchuck Notebook Virtuoso

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    From the picture provided it seems clear the Alienhead was masked with masking tape. Look towards the top the paint is wrinkled my the tape...
     
    Joebarchuck, Aug 5, 2010
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  10. The_Moo™

    The_Moo™ Here we go again.....

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    I didnt want to damage it but I found a decent way to remove it after I sanded it the second time. I am still up in the air wether to leave it green or change ,...
     
    The_Moo™, Aug 6, 2010
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  11. Joebarchuck

    Joebarchuck Notebook Virtuoso

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    Do you think it will be possible to have a professional finish similar to how the computer ships?
     
    Joebarchuck, Aug 6, 2010
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  12. The_Moo™

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    easily, if dell can do it anyone can
     
    The_Moo™, Aug 7, 2010
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  13. Crimsoned

    Crimsoned Notebook Deity

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    It is very possible just takes a lot of time, a steady hand, and several coats of paint.
     
    Crimsoned, Aug 29, 2010
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  14. Akari

    Akari Notebook Evangelist

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    Isn't the M15x anodized too? I would think you could just go to a body shop that anodizes aluminum and have them refinish it to a professional standard. Never done this with a laptop (lol) but have gotten several car parts refinished.
     
    Akari, Aug 29, 2010
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  15. creatorzz

    creatorzz Notebook Guru

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    hmmm.. I heard of it being done. They call it clearcoat painting or something. Just for glossy finish.

    Anything for protection? The paint is gonna get scraped for sure :(

    Maybe Triple clearcoat uh? :D
     
    creatorzz, Aug 31, 2010
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  16. Crimsoned

    Crimsoned Notebook Deity

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    @OP
    Did you sand down the bezel before you painted?
    Looking at your pictures it doesnt look like it.
     
    Crimsoned, Aug 31, 2010
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  17. The_Moo™

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    i did sand, a thin sand just for abrasion
     
    The_Moo™, Sep 2, 2010
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  18. Crimsoned

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    ah okay did u user primer??
     
    Crimsoned, Sep 2, 2010
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