Headlight & Wiper Knob Color

[BeepIn']

I've been working on my rallye cluster and found this blue paint at a hobby store. I thought I'd try it on an old broken headlight knob. The knob is pretty faded, so not sure how it looked originally.

Does anyone know if this color looks close ?

 

[daytona71]

That blue seems very close

 

[Chargerjase]

The picture is a bit blurry but looks pretty close. I would just check the durability of the paint. You don't want it to rub off after a short period.

 

[BeepIn']

Thanks guys. As far as durability goes, I don't think the painted area really gets handled much since it's in the middle of the knob, so it should be okay.

I can post info on the paint if anyone is interested.

 

[ODZKing]

I always thought of it as Petty blue, so yeah looks good. What is the name, mine are all worn off as well, wiper and headlamp knobs.

 

[BeepIn']

The color does mimic petty blue. I bought a 2oz bottle at Michael's (art supply store) for less than $2

It's called Americana Gloss Enamel and the color is Calypso Blue. The paint is made for glass and ceramics so it should wear pretty good.

Now I need to figure out how to paint the knobs and maintain the sharp lines. Maybe some painters tape or ?

Thanks for the help!

 

[idrivemopar]

I used Mopar Blue engine paint on mine as I think that's pretty close too.

 

[BeepIn']

The blue engine paint is a good idea too. I think I'll try what I have here first. If it turns out crappy, I'll try your paint idea.

Masking those little knobs for paint is gonna be difficult I think?

 

[idrivemopar]

Mask around the outside with tape and for the center that supposed to stay black, get a cue tip or small paint brush and some petroleum jelly, cover the center black part with it. Paint, once done, wipe off the petroleum jelly, and wah-lah its done!