Opinion

Giulitto · 06-29-08, 09:01 PM

Just looking for some outside thoughts on linex colors. I would like to go white on top of the cab and hood as well as around but the ms's is thinking black or dark grey. Now my reasoning for the white in because I believe it would keep the car cooler, so at least we both agree to go white on top(like an FJ) but can't agree about the bottom color. SO we turn to the mud guys, who she claims, will be on her side. Don't let me down now fellas!

ZPDFJ · 06-29-08, 09:25 PM

I think the gray looks fairly decent, like a nice two tone deal.

Slomo · 06-29-08, 09:59 PM

I have to vote on matching grey on the sides to go monochromatic with a white top ala 40 series, the true original not the FJ.

I think it looks too busy with the white sides, it goes from white, to grey to white to black. Just me.

I don't have first hand experience but I would look into the possibility of yellowing or color change with the white. Might be best to do the roof with paint and the sides with line-x. Just a thought.

Giulitto · 06-29-08, 10:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Slomo

I have to vote on matching grey on the sides to go monochromatic with a white top ala 40 series, the true original not the FJ.

I think it looks too busy with the white sides, it goes from white, to grey to white to black. Just me.

I don't have first hand experience but I would look into the possibility of yellowing or color change with the white. Might be best to do the roof with paint and the sides with line-x. Just a thought.

Yea I guess I would agree it is a little much with the white.
The reason for linex on top and not just paint is to protect the roof when I through things up there. Already have some gouges from putting the mountain bike up there.
So you think the white with grey sides is not much? That would make it go white, blue, grey then black.

Giulitto · 06-29-08, 10:19 PM

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Originally Posted by ZPDFJ

I think the gray looks fairly decent, like a nice two tone deal.

What about the white on the roof and the hood?

Bluto · 06-29-08, 10:36 PM

The top picture has to go - white on the side and the top? Looks like

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You cant go wrong with black on the sides. And if I was going to line the top, I would go conservative and make sure its not too visible from the side.

But that would be a moot point if you have lifts - the top of the vehicle doesnt get the eye when looking at a lifted modded vehicle. But the way you photochopped it with the white - nah. Ill just leave the top alone or forget lining the sides and just have the white on top. Just my opinion of course.

Gray would be a change since most has lined the sides black.

Bluto · 06-29-08, 10:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Giulitto

What about the white on the roof and the hood?

I cant see the white meshing with your current color on the 80. Having the 3 colors make the rig look unfinish or something.

ZPDFJ · 06-29-08, 11:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Giulitto

What about the white on the roof and the hood?

I wouldn't, is the hood paint in bad condition? If not i would leave the hood alone esp. I have never liked the look of a lined hood, just from an aesthetic standpoint.

Slomo · 06-29-08, 11:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Giulitto

The reason for linex on top and not just paint is to protect the roof when I through things up there. Already have some gouges from putting the mountain bike up there.

So you think the white with grey sides is not much? That would make it go white, blue, grey then black.

Good point on the roof, if it did discolor a little it would hardly be visible and it would be good protection.

My memory said your truck was blue but it looked grey in the pictures. I try not to trust my memory much.

I was thinking color matched sides for a solid body, black armor and white roof. That is assuming you go line-x since they can match.

Giulitto · 06-30-08, 07:30 AM

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Originally Posted by ZPDFJ

I wouldn't, is the hood paint in bad condition? If not i would leave the hood alone esp. I have never liked the look of a lined hood, just from an aesthetic standpoint.

Yea the paint on the hood and roof is pealing, so it will also help with that. I probably will go with grey top to bottom, but there is just something about having that white up there. I definately agree with all of you that to many colors looks like a bad primer job.

cruiserruf · 06-30-08, 08:28 AM

i think you should go with the white top. i'm digging the black and grey bottom but if i had to choose i'd probably go black.

Giulitto · 06-30-08, 09:28 AM

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Originally Posted by cruiserruf

i think you should go with the white top. i'm digging the black and grey bottom but if i had to choose i'd probably go black.

Ah yes the one vote I was looking for!

I really like the white top also, so maybe just going black around wouldn't be such an off set to it. Of course the black color of the paint program is a lot more robust than the actual liner. Plus it will fade with time.

cruiserruf · 06-30-08, 10:13 AM

i think the gray liner would look good....nah. i say black.

bpenn1980 · 06-30-08, 12:07 PM

Crazy, my 80 came with a heat dissipating white roof. Chock another one up for JAFW80

Bluetribal · 06-30-08, 01:00 PM

I would go light gray roof and bottom! A 3-tone would look horrible.
You will probably need 2 gal maybe even an additional quart. Have FUN, it is much more work than you think especially going all the sides. Lot's of taping!

And this is why you have to go in and do the door jams...

Giulitto · 06-30-08, 01:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Bluetribal

I would go light gray roof and bottom! A 3-tone would look horrible.
You will probably need 2 gal maybe even an additional quart. Have FUN, it is much more work than you think especially going all the sides. Lot's of taping!

And this is why you have to go in and do the door jams...

That is why I am getting in done. I know I could do it but for the price it is well worth having some one else do it.

Giulitto · 06-30-08, 01:14 PM

[/quote]My memory said your truck was blue but it looked grey in the pictures. I try not to trust my memory much.

I was thinking color matched sides for a solid body, black armor and white roof. That is assuming you go line-x since they can match.[/quote]
Yea I guess a body match for the sides and the white on top would be a good idea.

Bluetribal · 06-30-08, 02:25 PM

If you do the hood too, you will be 2/3rds coated why not do the whole thing at this point!!!!

Giulitto · 06-30-08, 03:59 PM

Trying tho match the paint and go with white top. Sorry my paints skills are not that good.

Bluto · 06-30-08, 05:04 PM

Cool!

Any way of backing off the white portion on the front and rear pillars to mimic the removable roof of the original FJ40-

Attachment 241721

Giulitto · 06-30-08, 05:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Bluto

Cool!

Any way of backing off the white portion on the front and rear pillars to mimic the removable roof of the original FJ40-

Attachment 241721

Good one! I like it

Slomo · 07-02-08, 11:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Giulitto

Trying tho match the paint and go with white top. Sorry my paints skills are not that good.

Nice! That one gets my vote. Like Alan's idea of the higher line on the white top.

It is fun to live vicariously through fellow mudders.

06-29-08, 09:01 PM	#1
Giulitto IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 227	Opinion Just looking for some outside thoughts on linex colors. I would like to go white on top of the cab and hood as well as around but the ms's is thinking black or dark grey. Now my reasoning for the white in because I believe it would keep the car cooler, so at least we both agree to go white on top(like an FJ) but can't agree about the bottom color. SO we turn to the mud guys, who she claims, will be on her side. Don't let me down now fellas! Attached Images __________________ 94 LC LOCK, LIFTED 07 SUBI STI

06-29-08, 09:25 PM	#2
ZPDFJ IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 292	my 0.02 I think the gray looks fairly decent, like a nice two tone deal. __________________ 1994 FZJ80. OME Comp. 5" lift. Slee Short Bus bumper. Warn M8000 w/ Masterpull synthetic line. Slee "Stripper Pole". 315/75/16 Hankook MT. Stubbs Sliders. Slee DC drive shaft. Safari Snorkel. IPF lights and Cobra CB. Now what...Im broke

06-29-08, 09:59 PM	#3
Slomo IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Inside the Orange Curtain TLCA# 15819 Posts: 2,624	I have to vote on matching grey on the sides to go monochromatic with a white top ala 40 series, the true original not the FJ. I think it looks too busy with the white sides, it goes from white, to grey to white to black. Just me. I don't have first hand experience but I would look into the possibility of yellowing or color change with the white. Might be best to do the roof with paint and the sides with line-x. Just a thought. __________________ Mo 97 FZJ, Tillie dog, locked, 6" Slee'd, Hanna'd, Mo'd, Bilstiens, upper/lower arms, DBAs, Mojave's w/ 315s, ARB w/ winch, synthetics, flareless, Extreme aire, XM, CB, 2 meter, George's LEDs,Optima, other crap, work in progress. "Congressmen who willfully take actions during wartime that damage morale and undermine the military are saboteurs and should be arrested, exiled, or hanged. " Abraham Lincoln 1863 www.4x4upgrades.com ___________________________________www.esmetalman.com

06-29-08, 10:36 PM	#6
Bluto IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: N. LA Co. CA Posts: 842	The top picture has to go - white on the side and the top? Looks like . You cant go wrong with black on the sides. And if I was going to line the top, I would go conservative and make sure its not too visible from the side. But that would be a moot point if you have lifts - the top of the vehicle doesnt get the eye when looking at a lifted modded vehicle. But the way you photochopped it with the white - nah. Ill just leave the top alone or forget lining the sides and just have the white on top. Just my opinion of course. Gray would be a change since most has lined the sides black. __________________ Alan 95 FZJ80

06-30-08, 08:28 AM	#11
cruiserruf IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: St John Capistrano, CA TLCA# 17854 Posts: 299	i think you should go with the white top. i'm digging the black and grey bottom but if i had to choose i'd probably go black. __________________ 95 Totally Unlocked 3 in OME Heavies 295 Toyos on 17s


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06-30-08, 10:13 AM	#13
cruiserruf IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: St John Capistrano, CA TLCA# 17854 Posts: 299	i think the gray liner would look good....nah. i say black. __________________ 95 Totally Unlocked 3 in OME Heavies 295 Toyos on 17s

06-30-08, 12:07 PM	#14
bpenn1980 IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: West Los Angeles Posts: 647	Crazy, my 80 came with a heat dissipating white roof. Chock another one up for JAFW80 __________________ Brad 1994 FZJ-80: Fully locked ; 99k; Temp Gauge Mod; PHH'd; Fan Clutch Mod (8,000cst & 105*); FIAMM dual tone horn, 100-series brake pads, diff breather extension, Pioneer DEH-P3900MP headunit, BFG AT 285's, ome 850/863, removed running boards, and more maintenance than is healthy

06-30-08, 01:00 PM	#15
Bluetribal I-HEART-DIRT Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Diego Of San Posts: 1,812	I would go light gray roof and bottom! A 3-tone would look horrible. You will probably need 2 gal maybe even an additional quart. Have FUN, it is much more work than you think especially going all the sides. Lot's of taping! And this is why you have to go in and do the door jams... __________________ Mark 96' LC - 285 Cooper STT's \| Slee Skid Plate \| Eclipse Speakers \| JD Bulbs \| Rear Cargo Light \| Durabaked \| Visor Fix *\| Hanna Bumper \| CDL Switch* *Check out* *SoCal 80's* Last edited by Bluetribal; 06-30-08 at 01:06 PM.

06-30-08, 01:14 PM	#17
Giulitto IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 227	[/quote]My memory said your truck was blue but it looked grey in the pictures. I try not to trust my memory much. I was thinking color matched sides for a solid body, black armor and white roof. That is assuming you go line-x since they can match.[/quote] Yea I guess a body match for the sides and the white on top would be a good idea. __________________ 94 LC LOCK, LIFTED 07 SUBI STI

06-30-08, 02:25 PM	#18
Bluetribal I-HEART-DIRT Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Diego Of San Posts: 1,812	If you do the hood too, you will be 2/3rds coated why not do the whole thing at this point!!!! __________________ Mark 96' LC - 285 Cooper STT's \| Slee Skid Plate \| Eclipse Speakers \| JD Bulbs \| Rear Cargo Light \| Durabaked \| Visor Fix *\| Hanna Bumper \| CDL Switch* *Check out* *SoCal 80's*

06-30-08, 03:59 PM	#19
Giulitto IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 227	One last Idea Trying tho match the paint and go with white top. Sorry my paints skills are not that good. Attached Images __________________ 94 LC LOCK, LIFTED 07 SUBI STI

06-30-08, 05:04 PM	#20
Bluto IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: N. LA Co. CA Posts: 842	Cool! Any way of backing off the white portion on the front and rear pillars to mimic the removable roof of the original FJ40- Attachment 241721 __________________ Alan 95 FZJ80 Last edited by Bluto; 09-01-08 at 02:19 PM.

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