Plastic Part Paint Stripping and Painting
Short answer: Don’t use chemical paint stripper on plastic — it softens the plastic and melts the edges. A mix of xylene and lacquer thinner removes most paint, but apply and wipe it off quickly or it can still damage the plastic.
For the chrome trim around the bezels: a Testors silver paint marker works (press it down to wet the felt well, and don’t stop mid-stroke or you’ll see a seam). Chrome vinyl is another option for a factory look that can be applied after the dash is painted.
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Content last modified: June 13, 2026 at 10:06 am
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