Hi Folks,

I am new to this forum. I just bought a 2018 F-Type R. It has the black exterior package option and I am trying to black out few more pieces on the back that are chrome. I have already painted the exhaust tip black, darken the tail lights, removed the "F-Type" & "Jaguar", however, can't remove the "R" badge to paint it black. I have used fishing line and loosen all the sticky adhesive but it looks like something is holding it from inside the bumper.

I have searched the forum and can't find info specific to the "R" badge. Any feedback is greatly appreciated.

 

Use waxed dental floss and warm it up a bit. It's just double sided tape, no pins in the bumper cover.

 

 

Thanks, but I have already done that, it is completely lose all around, however, I can't pull it off. Perhaps they changed it for 2018 models?

 

My apologies. you are correct. I had to apply more heat and was able to remove it. Thanks!!

 

 

Pics of the Ferrari?

 

The process is a little time consuming but not difficult at all. I paint them on the car. This is the 3rd car I have painted the exhaust on. Here are the steps:

· -Scuff the exhaust tips with 2000 grit sand paper, spray clean with alcohol and wipe with microfiber cloth

· -Using painters blue tape, cover around the exhaust opening, then cover the rear of the car with news paper or plastic

· -Spray 2 coats of Rust-Oleom High Heat Primer (follow instructions on label)

· -Spray 3 coats of Rust-Oleom High Heat black paint (it comes in gloss black or flat. I prefer flat)

· -Follow baking instruction on the label

The Jag took me longer than my AMG GTS or the DB11 because there are 4 pipes and the openings around the pipes are bigger. Figure about 3-4 hours which is mostly prep time to cover the car.Here is an image of the rear.

 

Here are couple of the Ferrari's pics. I am grateful to have it, but it is my least favorite.

 

Well I can certainly see why... Love the AMG GT's.

 

And the Aston sleeps outside?

 

LOL, I have another 2-car garage

 

You have excellent taste in toys my friend

 

Thank you! So far, I think the Jag is the best driver car. I absolutely love it!

 

Would this apply to the exhausts on the V6? How do you think it would look? Can't seem to find pictures of black exhausts on a V6 F type

 

I would say yes since the exhaust tips are probably of similar material. As for how it will look, I personally don't like chrome on my cars, but that is just a personal preference. I think it will look good on your V6 with center exhaust.

 

The V6 tips are polished aluminium rather than chrome.

 

You sure about that Lance?
I always thought they were polished stainless steel.
Either way they are definitely not chrome plated but then again N4SPEED is obviously talking about the bright shiny "chrome" look regardless of the actual metal used.

 

You could be right. I just know that they are definitely not chrome. Actually makes more sense that they would be stainless as they are welded to the stainless pipes.

 

Good point, I am not sure what the actual materials are. I have however, painted 3 different cars' exhaust tips and have not had any issues with paint flaking/peeling. I had mt AMG for 18 months and washed it regularly in drive through car wash with no problem, same with the DB11.