Interior Accents - IUP Paint
 

I wanted to try something to tie the color of the seat stripe, IUP and door inserts together, without being "overdone". I bought some used door inserts and had a local paint supplier mix some 2003 Ford Medium Gray Metallic interior paint. The match is very good with the IUP and I really like the look. It ties it all together nicely and was easy to a paint. Plus, I still have the original inserts if I want to got back.

The paint is a PPG product made for painting plastic and uses a reducer/hardner for durability. I painted them myself with a $6.00 pressurized painter and it was a breeze. The paint seems very durable (likely due to the hardner) I just got them in and want to look at them for a few days. I can get the paint code and post it if anyone would like it.

Mach on!

Here is a closeup...

Looks really good Bart. My Mach is a non-IUP car and I've been thinking about painting it to look like the IUP. At least now I know what paint to buy if I decide to. :THUMBSUP:

Looks Great! :THUMBSUP: I painted the interior of my V6 and I thought that I'd keep this one stock for now. Seeing yours has got me thinking...

Looks great! My DSG came without the IUP as well. I think the paint is a nice accent. If you have the paint number, please post it. Also, did you have a shop do the spraying?

Thanks.

I like it. Not overdone. Paint me a couple and I'll put them in mine

Hey Barry are you sleeping in the back seat??? With the car cover on I just assumed you found a new bedroom!!!!

:SMASH: :CHEERS: :SMASH: :CHEERS: :SMASH:

POLS

I like it by the way.

Thanks All!
 

Hi Steve - it was about 10:30 here and I wasn't sleepy, so decided to take a few shots and post them. Fortunately, my wife still likes my warm body.:)

Specifics on the paint: PPG #902178 - 2003 Ford Car & Truck Interior " Medium Gray Metallic". It's Deltron DIU Interior Basecoat Color that does not require clearcoating.

The Sprayer I used: http://www.prevalspraygun.com/
I bought mine from the paint supplier. It was only $4.79 as you don't need all the extra jars, etc. One air source is good for about 12 ounces of paint.

I did ask if they could just put the paint in a spray can. They can't because to work properly this paint needs to be mixed with a reducer/hardner. The paint when mixed with the hardner has a "working life" of about three hours. Consequently, the sprayer is the perfect choice. I just had them mix up a 2oz bottle of touch up and that was plenty. Clean the part well (I did not sand them, although you could very lightly with about 600 grit). Then just shake the paint well to agitate the metallic, put about 1/2 oz in the sprayer and add the reducer (3/4 oz). Gently shake to mix and then spray. Be sure to keep the sprayer pretty level (in other words, hold the part up) because with the small amount of paint in the sprayer, if it's tipped too far while spraying, it will stop feeding the paint. Keep a distance and mist the paint on, as the IUP paint is put on pretty dry. Actually, it's very easy, despite all the words I just used. Lastly, clean the sprayer well with thinner and you will have it for future use.

Originally, I thought of spraying other interior trim pieces as well but decided not to (at least for now) because I did not want to have that "Oh, he painted all that" look. I was hoping for it to look sharp and like it came that way from the factory. To me, that look is there so I'm very likely done.

Best to all,

Bart ( Barry):) :)

how many coats of paint did you do?could you do more and i'll buy a set from you since you did such a good job?looks excellent,i've been wanting to do do that

hehe,

If you are looking to make a little money on the side I have a feeling you could sell quite a few of those, atleast from the members on this site.

I realize this would be pretty easy for a person to do on their own, but it is all abotu the laziness factor :p


Either way, it looks great!

Thanks!

I just used two coats because I wanted to show the texture of the plastic. I let it dry overnight and then put them in. The paint seems very durable. I tried to scratch it with my fingernail (in a place on the underside) but basically could not make any impression.

It's really easier than you think. The key is not too much paint. Just mist it on from 10-12 inches till it just starts to look wet. If you mess one up, let it sit for several hours, sand it lightly and then paint it again. The inserts were just $10.00 each at the wrecking yard. If you have never done it before, maybe get an extra one and practice with that. Basically, if you can paint with a spray can, this is just as easy.

I'd be glad to help but would suggest you give it a try first.:) :)

Bart, that looks great! Definately ties in with the IUP & seat stripes.
Thanks for posting the paint info.

Jim

Has anyone ever painted the dash? On my 99 GT I have the tan interior that includes a brown upper dash, which is not exactly my favorite. So I've been wanting to paint it, probably the dark charcoal color that is an OEM option using this: http://secure.50resto.com/acb/stores...ategory_ID=684
Who thinks what of this plan? Would the surface of the dash accept new paint as well as the plastic of the door panels?
Thanks for the input guys!
Black99

Bart that looks really good! I wanted to do the same thing to mine, but didn't want to risk mismatching the paint. I also want to do the mustang script on the passenger airbag cover as well. Thanks for posting the paint #.

I'm not a pro painter for sure but I would not recommend that product. I beleive it's thin and somewhat hard to paint as it runs easily. Plus it does not use any hardener, so it's durability is reduced quite a bit. On the other hand, I can heartily recommend the PPG product I used. It was very easy to spray, did not require any extra special prep and, due to the hardner should last a very long time. I'm sure they could mix you up the exact color you want. The paint supplier said this product is widely used for interior color changes, so it should work just fine on the dash. I'd imagine one thing to be super careful about on the dash is to make absolutely sure it's clean and has no protectant or stuff on it. SEM makes a spray on product to help prepare plastic and vinyl for painting that you may want to check out. I did not use it but have heard it works well.

Good luck!:) :) :)

Thanks Bart I appreciate the input!

Where did you buy the paint from?

Paint Supplier
 

Most any paint seller in your area that sells PPG products should be able to fix you up. I only had a two ounce bottle mixed up and it was enough to do at least two sets of door inserts.

Just make sure you ask for the hardner too and also thinner for cleanup.

Specifics on the paint: PPG #902178 - 2003 Ford Car & Truck Interior " Medium Gray Metallic". It's Deltron DIU Interior Basecoat Color that does not require clearcoating. With the hardner it seems to be very durable. I don't have even a mark on ours so far.

I probably mentioned this before but I'd suggest you get a set of door inserts from a local wrecking yard (about $10 each). That way you'll always have the originals. Altohough I have no desire to change them back, it just might be nice in fifteen years to have saved them.

Take care and have some fun.


Barry ( Bart):) :)

Bart - thank you so much. My car came w/o the IUP and I have been wanting to paint the trim around the radio / AC and base around the shifter.

Your help will make this project much easier.

Thanks a bunch!
Rafael
03redmach

I'd like the door inserts painted, but I'm such a clutz with stuff like that, I'd screw it up. I heard Ford sold a set that matched the interior IUP. Anyone know if thats true?

The factory ford stuff is for the panels behind the inserts. they are originally from the 1999 35th anniversary cars, which had the black and silver interiors.

http://www.metromustang.com/cars/Tims_Mustang_Int_1.JPG

You're quite welcome. That's what makes this site so great - all the people that care and share with others.:) :) :THUMBSUP:

Anyone got a part number for the silver 35th anniversary panels?

Bart, I just wanted to know how close the texture of the panels are to the centre stack on the IUP? I have been wanting to do this since I bought the car, but wanted to make sure that I could find something that matches exactly in both color and texture. The pictures you posted look awesome!

I was just looking the other day and noticing how all the IUP items are on the driver side. This would be the perfect fix to give the interior a more balanced look.
I would be willing to buy some completed inserts, but I will give it a try myself.

The texture is a little rougher on mine but the color is right on...

Painted Interior Panels
 

I repainted my interior in October, 03.

I did not think the IUP was enough of a contrast so went with a Ford color, "Silver Charcoal". Brightened up the dull interior. My Ford Dealer General Manager took pictures to share with the Ford Rep.

Check out my entire gallery for all the interior shots.

http://www.mach1registry.org/photopo...cat=500&page=2

David <><

They look good, Im looking at doing the same thing....whats the paint code and where can I get it at? did you put on any clear finish?

I answered your original e-mail. Check it.

It would be nice if someone would sell the door inserts pre-painted in IUP.

The problem with the IUP color is that there isn't much of a contrast with the dark gray interior color. I thought my IUP Mach was almost as bland as my 03 coupe.

David <><

I don't know...I think our interior looks really good. It doesn't distract me while I am driving. It has been my experience that when the interior of the car your driving is colorful and in some cases loud with color, it tends to distract me, with the mach all I see is the shaker and the road in front of me :THUMBSUP: :COOL:

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Just curious how the paint has held up since you sprayed it? Also, was this color the same as an original IUP?

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Mine has been on for more than a year. Still looks absolutely perfect. It really adds to the interior look and is not very hard to do.

I'd recommend that anyone considering doing the painting use the same paint and technique I described towards the beginning of this thread.

Best to all,

Barry ( Bart) :)

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I don't have the p/n, but you do mean these? I think they are actually silver dyed leather.

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i painted most of my interior pieces orange like the outside and it looks way better than that plain silver stuff thats just boring

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I also painted some peices on my interior recently and that it is a pain to match the color. Mine matched up pretty well but i'm not 100 percent satisfied with them. I think i might try them again with the color code and spray gun you used. Thanks again and awesome job!

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ok i just went to buy this paint and they said its not a valid PPG #. They told me the PPG # should only be 5 digits and the closest thing to that # was a toyota white :notsure:

any ideas what the heck is going on??

Thanks,
Chris

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Bart, my car came w/o the IUP and I thing I will try painting my interrior to match the IUP. Thanks for the advise.

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Man does that look good
Does anybody know where I can get door inserts online?

-Dan

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David,

After seeing those pictures of your interior, I may have to have mine painted like that by my body shop. That interior looks phenominal. I have a black mach one, and I have a black/silver theme going on inside the car with a silver MGW shifter handle/ebrake handle, brushed radio faceplate w/factory black buttons, and mirror a/c panel w/factory black a/c knobs. Those silver highlights would take the bland mustang interior to the next level. Great work!

-Dan

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man I'm going to have to get this done. This post pops up every couple of months to remind me.

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Just in case anyone is interested, here is a list
I made up of the various Ford interior colors,
and the P/N for the matching spray paint cans.

Midnight Black (aka Dark Charcoal ) M4JZ-19M547-1074H
Light Parchment M4JZ-19M547-1076H
Medium Parchment M4JZ-19M547-1077H
Dark Parchment M4JZ-19M547-1078H
Medium Dark Parchment M4JZ-19M547-1086H
Medimum Flint M4JZ-19M547-2001H
Light Flint M4JZ-19M547-2003H
Medium Dark Flint M4JZ-19M547-2004H
Medium Opal M4JZ-19M547-4221H
Saddle M4JZ-19M547-4230H
Medium Graphite M4JZ-19M547-4245H
Dark Graphite M4JZ-19M547-4253H

Re: Thanks All!
 

[QUOTE=Bart]Hi Steve - it was about 10:30 here and I wasn't sleepy, so decided to take a few shots and post them. Fortunately, my wife still likes my warm body.:)

Specifics on the paint: PPG #902178 - 2003 Ford Car & Truck Interior " Medium Gray Metallic". It's Deltron DIU Interior Basecoat Color that does not require clearcoating.

The Sprayer I used: http://www.prevalspraygun.com/
I bought mine from the paint supplier. It was only $4.79 as you don't need all the extra jars, etc. One air source is good for about 12 ounces of paint.

I did ask if they could just put the paint in a spray can. They can't because to work properly this paint needs to be mixed with a reducer/hardner. The paint when mixed with the hardner has a "working life" of about three hours. Consequently, the sprayer is the perfect choice. I just had them mix up a 2oz bottle of touch up and that was plenty. Clean the part well (I did not sand them, although you could very lightly with about 600 grit). Then just shake the paint well to agitate the metallic, put about 1/2 oz in the sprayer and add the reducer (3/4 oz). Gently shake to mix and then spray. Be sure to keep the sprayer pretty level (in other words, hold the part up) because with the small amount of paint in the sprayer, if it's tipped too far while spraying, it will stop feeding the paint. Keep a distance and mist the paint on, as the IUP paint is put on pretty dry. Actually, it's very easy, despite all the words I just used. Lastly, clean the sprayer well with thinner and you will have it for future use.

Originally, I thought of spraying other interior trim pieces as well but decided not to (at least for now) because I did not want to have that "Oh, he painted all that" look. I was hoping for it to look sharp and like it came that way from the factory. To me, that look is there so I'm very likely done.

Best to all,

Bart ( Barry):) :)[/


Near the end of this thread someone says they acn't find the paint. I went to the ppg website and the ppg# 902178 is not found. Does anyone know the correct paint code? I am goingt to attempt to paint the radio face. Also does anyone know how to remove the stock radio face?

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Does anyone know of a model paint or something that matchs the IUP color? My center trim piece some touching up, but I don't need a whole can of PPG.

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Does anyone know the proper paint code?

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Hi, I am curious to see if the paint has held up in the 2 years that you have done this. How does it look now?

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The paint still looks like new and has not a scratch or nick in it. Since you use hardner it is quite tough.

I will check this week and see if the paint number has changed. Sometimes from year to year they (PPG) change things.

The match is about perfect and I am very picky, so I don't say that lightly.

I'll post more info by the end of this week.

Best to all,

(Bart) Barry

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Here's a thought. How about the door handle nook as well. It'll keep people from fishing around blindly looking for the handle. Just a thought.

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It looks great I am planning to steal that look. My friend at work has a 01 Saleen and it has that peice painted too. But on his the part where you grab to close the door is then repaing BLACK and it is scracthed in parts where you can see the silver again. Shitty job if you ask me!! Anyways hope my turns out the good as well!

Brian