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    asus V6 brushed alluminium paint job, how can i do it?

    Discussion in 'Notebook Cosmetic Modifications and Custom Builds' started by 4ndr3, Jul 6, 2006.

  1. 4ndr3

    4ndr3 Notebook Geek

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    Hi, Im just wondering if it would be possible to paint my brushed aluminum palm rest. The color i want is black of corse. (it will be like the lambo version lol)

    thx
     
    4ndr3, Jul 6, 2006
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  2. FrostFire

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    I think...It might drip and come out not so good..I recommend pro paint job.[Smooth Creations]
     
    FrostFire, Jul 14, 2006
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  3. JackBauer

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    Paint the brushed aluminum palm rest of your V6???????????????

    You would defile your immaculate V6 with, with... paint????????????????

    This, my friends, is a sure sign that the Apocalypse is upon us. Be afraid, be very afraid...
     
    JackBauer, Jul 14, 2006
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  4. coriolis

    coriolis Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    Haha exactly, as another fellow V6 owner, don't, please.

    Not only will it probrably not work, sice the Brushed Aluminum is Iodized(not sure if correct spelling :p), it may....do something.
     
    coriolis, Jul 14, 2006
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  5. lazybum131

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    Quick wikipedia search to read up on anodizing reveals it's pretty much just a protective layer over the aluminium. Not sure if paint will adhere, but if not, sand it down to bare aluminium and paint it like any other metal. Get some automotive spray cans, primer, black, clear coat.

    There have been other painting threads here, and you can google for more.
     
    lazybum131, Jul 14, 2006
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  6. Outrigger

    Outrigger SupaStar Reviewer NBR Reviewer

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    painting over beautiful anodized brushed aluminum is like going to a dealership and handing over your lexus and driving away in a honda! please dont do it!!!
     
    Outrigger, Jul 20, 2006
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  7. Jason

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    Get a skin or some black decals or something...
     
    Jason, Jul 20, 2006
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    Get it powder coated.
     
    huskyfan23, Jul 20, 2006
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    Better yet, get ASUS to replace your palm rest with the lambo version.... at a cost of course.
     
    jsis, Jul 20, 2006
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    4ndr3 Notebook Geek

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    **** guys take it easy!!! I will NOT paint my lovely v6 palm rest... Thanks jsis, someone who understands me.... I wonder if like u say, a replacement from the lambo be possible.

    And for JackBauer, take it easy ok? U need some relax pills???....
    Quote: "This, my friends, is a sure sign that the Apocalypse is upon us. Be afraid, be very afraid..."
    very very very funny.......................................................................

    Quote: "Quick wikipedia search to read up on anodizing reveals it's pretty much just a protective layer over the aluminium."
    yes its true, and its obivious that paint will be off from the palrest with some use.

    Quote: "painting over beautiful anodized brushed aluminum is like going to a dealership and handing over your lexus and driving away in a honda! please dont do it!!!"
    Look guys, another clown here.....

    Come on, if u dont know something about the question, dont post, otherwise do like jsis please.

    thx
     
    4ndr3, Jul 25, 2006
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  11. Outrigger

    Outrigger SupaStar Reviewer NBR Reviewer

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    yes, the whole point was trying to be a clown, OBVIOUSLY you didn't get it... your post did give me a much needed laugh though, so thanks.
     
    Outrigger, Jul 25, 2006
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  12. jtom

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    I wouldnt do it just because it already looks sooo good.
     
    jtom, Jul 26, 2006
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