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      03-01-2017, 02:08 PM   #1
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How to paint the MP Diffuser for a Black Sapphire M235?

I'm struggling to figure out the best way to paint the diffuser.

Paint guy really doesn't want to go two tone so anyone have recommendations on what would look best on a black sapphire car?

a+b = dark shadow (the paint color of the stock diffuser)
OR a+b = black sapphire (body paint) - I'm afraid the depth of the curves would get sucked up in the black.

I plan on leaving the center portion matte black (as is)

Any pics would be very helpful!!

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I thought about getting one for my vert (BSM) and had the exact same debate. Discussed with IND quite a bit actually they can paint whatever you want. I was going to go with a Benz color actually that's very similar to the stock diffuser color to match my wheels and grilles. That said in your case I'd go with the stock diffuser color then leave the ribs alone. I really think you need some contrast back there on the black car or it looks really heavy. Maybe you're into that though some guys like big asses.

Any color other than BSM I'd say black.
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I thought about getting one for my vert (BSM) and had the exact same debate. Discussed with IND quite a bit actually they can paint whatever you want. I was going to go with a Benz color actually that's very similar to the stock diffuser color to match my wheels and grilles. That said in your case I'd go with the stock diffuser color then leave the ribs alone. I really think you need some contrast back there on the black car or it looks really heavy. Maybe you're into that though some guys like big asses.

Any color other than BSM I'd say black.
Agreed. I'm leaning towards Shadow grey and leaving the ribs alone right now. Thanks!
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Just FYI if you want to go through IND call them. If you just do one color like that it's a lot cheaper than the drop down menus on the website would have you believe. Menus are set up for each a different color and priced accordingly due to labor
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