R56 The Infamous Joey Mod!
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and yes if you are looking to paint on heated surfaces (like exhaust tips) then you need a paint that can handle heat...and usually i think the paint needs to be baked on as well
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i was wondering what peoples take would be for the halogen (non xenons) to have a joey mod be done in pepper white?
before i wanted to do it in black, but i realized i would have to leave the big scoop the light goes in stay chrome because it would not reflect.
But now im thinking that possible the pepper white would reflect enough to allow the whole thing to be done?
Anyone have any input on it?
Thank you in advance
before i wanted to do it in black, but i realized i would have to leave the big scoop the light goes in stay chrome because it would not reflect.
But now im thinking that possible the pepper white would reflect enough to allow the whole thing to be done?
Anyone have any input on it?
Thank you in advance
Here is my idea (horrible MSpaint job)
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I am going to do the Joey Mod to my standard halogen lights (non-Xenon) but I would NOT paint the back reflective surface. That needs to stay a chrome mirroed finish for proper light projection. However, the outer trim and the blinker "cylinder" can be painted without affecting the light projection.
Here is my idea (horrible MSpaint job)
Here is my idea (horrible MSpaint job)
#56
I love that car's look, the blackout and the JCW aero kit. I'd love to see it in person. But I do wonder about the Joey mod affecting the headlights reflecting ahead after blacking the insides. It would be interesting to Joey one side and drive it at night and see if there's a difference, but I guess it's too late for that!
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i was wondering what peoples take would be for the halogen (non xenons) to have a joey mod be done in pepper white?
before i wanted to do it in black, but i realized i would have to leave the big scoop the light goes in stay chrome because it would not reflect.
But now im thinking that possible the pepper white would reflect enough to allow the whole thing to be done?
Anyone have any input on it?
Thank you in advance
before i wanted to do it in black, but i realized i would have to leave the big scoop the light goes in stay chrome because it would not reflect.
But now im thinking that possible the pepper white would reflect enough to allow the whole thing to be done?
Anyone have any input on it?
Thank you in advance
I did a quick search and here's the thread...
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...joey+mod+white
However, he did leave the part around the light chrome and I personally wouldn't paint that part either, even in white. I think it would greatly decrease the amount of light put out.
http://www.minspeed.net/R56SP.htm
I love that car's look, the blackout and the JCW aero kit. I'd love to see it in person. But I do wonder about the Joey mod affecting the headlights reflecting ahead after blacking the insides. It would be interesting to Joey one side and drive it at night and see if there's a difference, but I guess it's too late for that!
It's too late for me to Joey one side for a test but not for you
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The Xenons are a "projector" of sorts. They project light through the lense in wetceal's light's blue rings. It doesn't reflect light like the standard halogens. Those actually shine a point light backwards on the larger reflective surface that projects the light spread forward. That is why you can't paint the rear reflective surface of the standard lights, even white. Anything else appears to be fair game, though. None of the other parts appear to assist in necessary light projection/reflection.
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Hey Everyone!
I just wanted to post a quick follow-up to this thread/mod. It has been raining on and off here ever since we completed the Joey mod. In fact, last Thursday, it rained HARD, non-stop from about 2:30pm until about 6:30pm. I was at work during that time so the Mini was parked outside. It rained so hard that there was quite a bit of flooding all around. I've also driven my Mini through rain since the mod was done.
I am very happy to report that there have been absolutely NO problems with the seal leaking and/or moisture getting inside the headlights! I think it's safe to say that they sealed up pretty well after the mod!
Thanks,
Celia
I just wanted to post a quick follow-up to this thread/mod. It has been raining on and off here ever since we completed the Joey mod. In fact, last Thursday, it rained HARD, non-stop from about 2:30pm until about 6:30pm. I was at work during that time so the Mini was parked outside. It rained so hard that there was quite a bit of flooding all around. I've also driven my Mini through rain since the mod was done.
I am very happy to report that there have been absolutely NO problems with the seal leaking and/or moisture getting inside the headlights! I think it's safe to say that they sealed up pretty well after the mod!
Thanks,
Celia
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i have to agree...the car looks sick. the emblems from Lyle look incredible too
i will be doing a few mods (including the Joey mod) to my Mini shortly if the weather holds up. thanks for the pictures Celia! it honestly looks so incredible.
ill post pics when i get them and try to get a How-To with pictures and everything too...will keep everyone posted!
i will be doing a few mods (including the Joey mod) to my Mini shortly if the weather holds up. thanks for the pictures Celia! it honestly looks so incredible.
ill post pics when i get them and try to get a How-To with pictures and everything too...will keep everyone posted!
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I used the Duplicolor brand of semi-gloss black which I picked up at the local auto store. I didn't feel/think it was necessary to special order any specific type of black...
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The inside of my lights are satin, the grille and chrome trim is flat. Its actually hard to tell the difference between the flat and satin once you seal up the headlight anyway. If i were to do it again, i would probably just go with flat black.
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I would definitely recommend scuffing up the pieces but be careful when you do so. The pieces are clear transparent so when you're scuffing them up, make sure you only sand the one side you're going to paint. Otherwise, the light will shine through the plastic unless you paint both sides (I hope that made sense LOL).
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