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Mounty



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Switzerland 2004 Range Rover 4.4 V8 Vogue Auto Stornoway Grey
Mirrorcups: Which one should I get?

Always in bonattigrey:

1. http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Black-MIRROR-COVERS-...58834366a9


or


2: http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/half-chrome-door-MIR...27b08dda12

Top in bonattigrey. Daniel

Now: FFRR 2004 Vogue 4.4l bonnatigrey/sand/walnut
Modifications coming: SC grill (got it) SC MY10 sidevents got it, MY10 Letters front and back, clear sidelights (got it), MY10 rear lights (got it), MY09 steering wheel trims (got it) new MY09 sterringwheel 19'' seven spoke wheel (got it) 19'' MTS got it, 20 '' wheels (got it) burr walnut doorsouround (got it) sumpguard, underbodyprotection etc (all Mantec)
Past: 2.7l D3 HSE and D3 4.4l HSE and a few 5er BMW

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Mounty



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They just told me they don't do bonattigrey Crying or Very sad Daniel

Now: FFRR 2004 Vogue 4.4l bonnatigrey/sand/walnut
Modifications coming: SC grill (got it) SC MY10 sidevents got it, MY10 Letters front and back, clear sidelights (got it), MY10 rear lights (got it), MY09 steering wheel trims (got it) new MY09 sterringwheel 19'' seven spoke wheel (got it) 19'' MTS got it, 20 '' wheels (got it) burr walnut doorsouround (got it) sumpguard, underbodyprotection etc (all Mantec)
Past: 2.7l D3 HSE and D3 4.4l HSE and a few 5er BMW

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Tim in Scotland



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2010 Range Rover TDV8 Vogue Auto Stornoway Grey

Can they supply you a set in primer only, then using the paint code for Bonatti Grey you can get a spray shop to paint them for you? Now the FFRR has morphed into a 2012MY RREvoque Dynamic Lux Plus Auto SD4 Coupe in Fuji White with full ebony interior

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daveo



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United Kingdom 2004 Range Rover 4.4 V8 Autobiography Auto Java Black

hi, are these covers that cover the cover that is fitted to the mirror
daveo V8 facelift Range Rover Autobiography 22" wheels.
1976 Harley Davidson Iron Head Sportster

Post #27127 2nd Sep 2010 7:08pm
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delamo



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England 2007 Range Rover TDV8 Vogue SE Auto Tonga Green

Mounty - Because of their size I would be tempted to spray the original covers myself. A genuine LR Bonatti Grey spray touch up kit would include a can of lacquer with it - you would just need to acquire a can of plastic primer and a fine grade wet/dry sanding sponge for preparation...

... maybe obtain some secondhand genuine covers from eBay, or a breakers yard if you are concerned about damaging your original covers and doubt your painting skills.

In a warm enviroment - gently spray the covers with a few coats of plastic primer (20mins between coats), then gently rub down with the fine sanding sponge and plenty of warm soapy water as preparation, then dry off thoroughly with absorbant paper/lint free cloth etc.

Spend a good 10 minutes shaking the paint can to mix the paint thoroughly then spray with your chosen colour, it will probably take 4-5 light coats of paint to get an even coverage (don't try to paint them in one session, the longer you allow between coats, the better really!)

Once you are satisfied with an even colour finish (approx 6-8 light coats) - apply a few coats of the spray lacquer (used in the same way) to complete the job.

Any imperfections you notice between coats of paint can be removed gently with the sanding sponge.

Providing you allow yourself plenty of time to apply the paint etc. you should end up with near perfect results.

This might all sound like a fair amount of messing around - but you can/will then take enormous pride in what you, yourself, have acheived and it will definately look a lot better than cheap plastic covers fitted.

(should cost less also)Thumbs Up

Be warned though - a good result will lead to you wanting to colour code everything else!

Just an idea! Whistle


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daveo



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United Kingdom 2004 Range Rover 4.4 V8 Autobiography Auto Java Black

this was my thinking, a cover to cover a cover, you can spray your own ones, a littel preping and take your time they will come out as good as from the dealer.. V8 facelift Range Rover Autobiography 22" wheels.
1976 Harley Davidson Iron Head Sportster

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delamo



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Smile Great minds think alike daveo! Thumbs Up

Ive seen some of those door mirrors fitted to other plastic chrome encrusted Range Rovers and they look nasty! Rolling Eyes

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daveo



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United Kingdom 2004 Range Rover 4.4 V8 Autobiography Auto Java Black

you can then change your puddle lamps for led's...i love a led,
halfords can make up your colour £12 a tin, V8 facelift Range Rover Autobiography 22" wheels.
1976 Harley Davidson Iron Head Sportster

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Mounty



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Switzerland 2004 Range Rover 4.4 V8 Vogue Auto Stornoway Grey

Thanks delamo for your very good advice. I think about. That with getting from a breaker one first is also a very goog advice.


Love to LED's: What do I get? Daniel

Now: FFRR 2004 Vogue 4.4l bonnatigrey/sand/walnut
Modifications coming: SC grill (got it) SC MY10 sidevents got it, MY10 Letters front and back, clear sidelights (got it), MY10 rear lights (got it), MY09 steering wheel trims (got it) new MY09 sterringwheel 19'' seven spoke wheel (got it) 19'' MTS got it, 20 '' wheels (got it) burr walnut doorsouround (got it) sumpguard, underbodyprotection etc (all Mantec)
Past: 2.7l D3 HSE and D3 4.4l HSE and a few 5er BMW

Post #27551 9th Sep 2010 7:57am
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