yogeshsr

hello everyone,
I checked few auto shops but could not find the answer. I believe this can not be painted, as the paint layer would be too thin.
my car paint otherwise is really good but the window looks dirty.
what are my options?

maxtierney

iTrader: (5)

Anything can be painted. I had the same problem area on my Integra, had a body shop paint it. No problem.

yogeshsr

so what kind of paint to be used, i think with normal car paint will be able to paint it black but the original one is kind of thick layer (like a plastic)

sl33pyriceboi

iTrader: (3)

u want to mask everything first except for that line. scrape off all that excess plastic paint stuff.

then clean it well. sand it lightly with 600 grit. primer it. spray a tough paint on it. (i use BBQ grill paint. that stuff goes on like it was powered coated.

yogeshsr

cool, will try that. thanks sl33pyriceboi

04 Honda Civic

iTrader: (2)

Im my opinion probably better to replace it.

cja3455

These cans might do the job for you
http://www.paintscratch.com/touch-up-paint-pricing.html

12 oz. Flat Black Trim Paint (Spray Can)
12.5 oz. Rubberized Primer (Spray Can)

BlueEM2

iTrader: (1)

I don't think touch up paint will last there. I'd replace it.

lowlife9

yeah i would just replace it for $21 bucks.
http://www.hondaautomotiveparts.com/...NG+-+PROTECTOR

yogeshsr

that's good information lowlife9. Anyways, I found a cheaper solution.many hard core mechanics would not like it
I bought electric tape from walmart, scrap the paint(to whatever extent i can) and stick the tape on that ages. I will post the picture soon.
I washed my car once after this and no problems so far. its definitely not long lasting, but will serve the purpose for few months.

BlueEM2

iTrader: (1)

Wow really. You can replace it for 21 bucks and this is your fix? I mean, after the tape starts to wear off replace it so it looks right

yogeshsr

I guess its not just 21. must be 21 X 2 or (21 X 4) since paint near all 4 windows is like the images I posted with my initial post.

yogeshsr

here are the images...