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Old Feb 4, 2014 | 05:45 PM
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gloss or flat...
Hey all, I need some painting advice when it comes to the grille and tailgate trim.

I need to know what is factory correct, gloss or flat.

Don't worry im not blacking out the whole grille just around the lights.
 
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Im gonna put in my guess as Semi-gloss or Satin
 
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It's satin/semi-gloss.... I use Rustoleum 500° engine enamel in semi-gloss black.

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Old Feb 4, 2014 | 06:21 PM
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looks good.
 
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Looks great! Thanks!
 
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How about the race track trim? I thought the center stripe of the race track trim was flat black from the factory...?
 
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I repainted my tailgate trim with satin. Looks good.
 
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