OEM Upper / Subtank Console - Painting Vinyl

[Filmpros]

I am having an Upper / Subtank Console installed in my 1997 LX-450. Unfortunately, I could only get a gray one and it needs to be painted. Does anyone know what color the OEM Console is?

I found the following picture on MUD. Is this the correct color for a 1997 Lexus LX-450?

Also, since I need to paint the console, I am wondering of anyone knows of a good Vinyl Paint? I found this comnpany while researching online.

SEM Products - Catalog

Any ideas?

 

[nicholas]

I can't remember where it was posted, but there is a paint color that is very similar. I was inquiring about this for painting an A-pillar gauge pod. I believe Joey, NLXTACY was the one who posted the name of it. It was about $20 a can and was supposed to mimic the OEM color very well.

Try a search for A-pillar, pod, black, autometer, paint etc.

HTH

 

[Cruiser804]

Check the post in FAQ regarding the installation of OEM subtank by Elmarcaichi. I know he painted his wth some kind of vinyl paint, Duplicolor I think.

 

[4x4CPOSEADOG]

Check the post in FAQ regarding the installation of OEM subtank by Elmarcaichi. I know he painted his wth some kind of vinyl paint, Duplicolor I think.

You hit the nail in the head. Yes, that was Elmariachi who painted the subtank gauge console.

 

[SWCruiser]

paint

I used the duplicor plastic paint. Just make sure to clean the console really well with a soap that doesn't leave any sort of film. Then use isopropyl alcohol to remove any residual grease/wax. I painted mine over a year ago and it hasn't had any chips or paint coming off. Plastic/ vinyl needs to be prepped really well. I used the beige color that was avail. at ACE not 100% exact but extremely close.

chris

 

[NLXTACY]

Yeah I used the one that BRIAN894X4 recommended when he did his trans gauge install. It was the PERFECT match
https://forum.ih8mud.com/80-series-tech/214661-transmission-temp-gauge-install-w-pics.html

 

[Filmpros]

I Checked the post in FAQ regarding the installation of OEM subtank by Elmarcaichi. This had teh exact color and the paint has been ordered. Thank you.