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those who painted their bulbs orange (when doing the clear corners)...which color did

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Old Nov 21, 2006 | 02:34 PM
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Default those who painted their bulbs orange (when doing the clear corners)...which color did

you use to paint? i used Saffron Yellow...but still looks too orange. i think i have to use a lighter color. i put two coats on...so maybe one coat will do?
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Old Nov 21, 2006 | 02:52 PM
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Default Here's what I used:

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Default i used normal yellow... with a pre-dip in the glass conditioner, while drinking, and playing darts.

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Old Nov 21, 2006 | 03:10 PM
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thx. i used 02 saffron yellow...i think i need to go your route...probably 01 yellow or something.
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Old Nov 21, 2006 | 03:12 PM
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Default what's glass conditioner? never seen it. must pre-condition the glass for paint?

i couldn't get a clean coat on my bulbs...was thick and thin. i have to revisit that...i'll get another set from mercedes benz.
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Old Nov 21, 2006 | 03:43 PM
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i tried that stuff too. it was horrible.
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Old Nov 21, 2006 | 07:12 PM
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Looks awesome, but did it burn and change colors?
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Old Nov 21, 2006 | 08:56 PM
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must etch the glass a bit for paint to stick? onl been on a few weeks, so no burning yet.
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