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Has anyone ever "blacked out" the chrome trim on an S8 ?

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Old 10-31-2005, 05:47 PM
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Default Has anyone ever "blacked out" the chrome trim on an S8 ?

I'm talking the trim that runs at mid level around the sides of the car and across both bumpers. I thought it might give the car a streamlined, stealth look. If anyone has pics please post.
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Default This was a factory A8/S8 option in Europe called "Black Line".

I don't know if anyone's tried to buy the "Black Line" kit in the U.S., but it does awfully nice.

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Looks great....I wonder if if would look as good on a lighter color
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Default I'd like the window trim in black, but

The side, bumper, and grill trim would probably look better in body color.
Old 11-01-2005, 06:34 AM
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Default I used this on the S6

Has survived in perfect condition for a year now including one chicago winter
<img src="http://www.midwayautosupply.com/images/trimbrite/t9005_3X.jpg"><ul><li><a href="http://midwayautosupply.com/detailedproductdescription.asp?335">Here's a place to get it.</a></li></ul>
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I meant all the chrome trim in body color...but around the windows in black might be ok
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Default How 'bout an A8?

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Default Years ago there was a product manufactured by SEM...

called "Trim Black." It came in a spray can and allegedly contained some sort of acidic agent that allowed the paint to permanently bond to the metal. I used it for all of the chrome trim on my previous Audis and it never, ever flaked off. A superior alternative to the 'tape' method.
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Default I like that, looks good

Edit (oh yeah is that yours, how was it done, paint, anodized, tape?) I think it would complement my light tints.
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