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golfboy  POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Bradenton,Fl.,USA |
posted 08-23-2014 02:12 PM
    
 I decided that it was time for a new paint scheme for my Inca Kat. Using the Woodward and Black Tie Editions as inspiration, I had my Kat painted satin black over gold. Note the removal of the head restraints from the seats and the trunk mounted third brake light from the trunk area, along with the addition of shorty chrome exhaust tips. These changes give my Kat the classic 1950s hot rod style that I am looking for. I know that those of you who are in the "keep it factory stock" group will not care for what I have done with my Kat, but what about the rest of you? I welcome all comments and opinions, whether positive or negative[Catfish?]. I think I have created my own one-of-a-kind Special Edition Inca Kat and I like the result. Happy prowling everyone! |
silverkat      POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:upstate NY |
posted 08-23-2014 02:18 PM
I like it where's your hard top? |
alprowl  POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Katonah , NY, USA |
posted 08-23-2014 02:21 PM
Personally, I'd prefer gloss black, but more importantly .... Is it just the picture, or do I see the 'repaired holes' from the 3rd brake light? Does your state have safety inspections that require the 3rd brake light or side markers? |
Marty Usher        POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:San Antonio, Texas, United States |
posted 08-23-2014 03:45 PM
I like the old school look and the paint scheme!! I would probably paintthe center caps black also- but as long a you like it, that's what counts!! enjoy it! |
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Dave Haggas Prowler Junkie From:united kingdom |
posted 08-23-2014 03:56 PM
My opinion is I would paint the wheel centres to match and also blacken that chassis piece in front of the rear wheel. Just a square of black vinyl would do it. Perhaps loose those rear arch guards too. I'm also curious why you didn't have it wrapped? But then you did have it wrapped, didn't you? Otherwise if its the look your after, well done. Dare to be different. Don't be a sheep! This message has been edited by Dave Haggas on 08-23-2014 at 03:59 PM |
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golfboy POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Bradenton,Fl.,USA |
posted 08-23-2014 03:58 PM
Silverkat, I used over half of the money I had set aside for a hardtop to pay for the paint job. Hardtop to come later. Alprowl, there are no state safety inspections in Florida and no requirements for side marker lights or third brake lights. And, yes I used black plastic plugs to plug the holes in the trunk lid. I was going to have the holes welded over but decided to keep them and the third brake light in case I would like to return to stock at a later date. I also have the head restraints which can be reinstalled if I so choose. |
beachcat   BANNED From:Ontario, Canada |
posted 08-23-2014 04:42 PM
Yes a black hardtop would be killer  . Murder out the tail lights too. Just a suggestion. |
Terry POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Jacksonville, FL, USA |
posted 08-23-2014 05:19 PM
Looks real sharp. And I like the satin black! I'd try Plasti-dip black the chrome side panel vents to see what it would look like. You can always easily remove the Plasti-Dip. Center cap too. Or you could get bold and try painting them gold. I wish more owners would venture out on the limb with some painting personalizations. |
robin POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:St Thomas Ontario Canada |
posted 08-23-2014 05:54 PM
Very nice. I have the orange with the carbon fiber wrap in honor of the woodward. I like your personal touches. Well done. Robin |
ed monahan   POA Lifetime Site Supporter Prowler Junkie Personal ScrapBook From:Cincinnati, Oh, USA |
posted 08-23-2014 05:54 PM
The trunk lid is aluminum. Probably pretty hard to weld that and have it look perfect so you probably made the right decision with the plugs. |
tangled up in BLUE POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:New Castle, Ind |
posted 08-23-2014 06:50 PM
...I like it ...agree with other comments about the wheel centers, black them too |
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tangled up in BLUE POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:New Castle, Ind |
posted 08-23-2014 06:51 PM
...double post ? This message has been edited by tangled up in BLUE on 08-23-2014 at 06:52 PM |
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golfboy POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Bradenton,Fl.,USA |
posted 08-23-2014 07:13 PM
Ed, I was told by someone who is an all purpose welder that the trunk lid is very thin aluminum and if welded would not have come out perfectly flat. So the plugs serve the purpose for now and I can always remount the third brake light whenever I want. Also, in response to all that suggested that I black out the center caps, I had all black wheels on a BMW that I owned prior to getting my Kat and it seemed that the black wheels and tires looked like just a black blob from any distance away. The chrome center caps give definition to the wheels and also match the chrome side vents and exhaust tips along with the chrome transmission cooler cover. |
Need4Speed Prowler Junkie From:Long Island |
posted 08-23-2014 07:15 PM
quote: -paint center caps gold to have same theme. |
WildCat POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie Personal ScrapBook From:North Louisville, Indiana, USA |
posted 08-23-2014 07:20 PM
You ask, here is my opinion I like chrome and shine, that said, if you like it then it is right for you. I think gloss black would be better As far as the wheels, well there is nothing like chrome. Have them on my Dart Crager SS, Prowler, stock wheels chromed and my daily driver 2007 Mustang 18" x 9" dd and 18" x 10" dd chrome bullet wheels. I love chrome Now you have already painted your wheels and looking would guess your center caps are chrome. Others have suggested painting. I would suggest doing vinyl wrap. Then if you ever wanted a set of chrome caps peel the wrap and you have it. YOU could do it a little different from the wheel color for some contrast. I'm not a fan of carbon fiber but might look good on the center caps. Get someone to do a gold pinstripe on the wheel close to the tire bead Or trade someone for a set of the silver caps for the painted wheels. be carful on doing much more remember KISS and not talking about the band, keep it simple s....d But the most important thing is you are happy with it ------------------
This message has been edited by WildCat on 08-23-2014 at 07:26 PM |
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golfboy POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Bradenton,Fl.,USA |
posted 08-23-2014 07:31 PM
WildCat, most Prowler chrome wheels have peeling problems on the inside barrels, mine were no exception. After powder coating, no more problem. Of course, I wanted black wheels and not chrome for my paint scheme. |
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alprowl POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Katonah , NY, USA |
posted 08-23-2014 07:46 PM
quote: I'm not an expert in welding or aluminum, but my local body shop, removed my 3rd brake light, the side marker lights, and the door handles... Welded them over and they've been 'perfectly flat' and fine for ~10 yrs. |
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ed monahan POA Lifetime Site Supporter Prowler Junkie Personal ScrapBook From:Cincinnati, Oh, USA |
posted 08-23-2014 08:14 PM
Alprowl, Maybe you were very lucky to find a very skilled aluminum welder or maybe it isn't all that hard. I really don't know. I know my trunk got dented and I was told to forget about repairing it by a few diff. body men. |
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alprowl POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Katonah , NY, USA |
posted 08-23-2014 08:38 PM
quote: Never knew it could be a problem, so never questioned it... The only 'problem' with all the mods I had done, was that the side panels had to be 'un- annealed' so that they could be louvered, then re-annealed before they were repainted. |
CJ POA Lifetime Site Supporter Prowler Junkie Personal ScrapBook From:Rochester Hills, MI USA |
posted 08-23-2014 08:59 PM
It's different. The most important thing is that you like it. Doesn't matter whether anyone else likes it or not like it.  |
Richard Jackson POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Fairfield, Ohio |
posted 08-24-2014 06:28 AM
I like the black with the gold, looks great. |
BillyC POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Galveston, Texas USA |
posted 08-24-2014 07:43 AM
I like it just the way it is. But then EYE would - LOL BillyC |
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beachcat BANNED From:Ontario, Canada |
posted 08-24-2014 07:50 AM
Any good TIG welder can weld thin aluminum. With a hole, you need a dissimilar back-up material. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Q4ZeN9-v-k |
Mr.Mcgoo POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:AZ USA |
posted 08-24-2014 10:28 AM
I like it, especially the black wheel since I have mine for 6-7 years now. I have thought about maybe doing something with a wrap but still like my car the way it is and especially if I get off my butt and have some parts that are waiting to go on the car painted. |
prowlrman Prowler Junkie From:Phoenix, AZ USA |
posted 08-27-2014 02:47 PM
It looks good! Here is what is important..that YOU are happy with it. This is part of the joy of "customizing" your car. I have a few cars that I have done major changes to and some people say "love it" and some say "that's horrible". But when I was doing it, I did it cause I liked it, and whatever anyone else thinks about my tastes does not really matter to me. Take your car out and show it with pride...awesome changes that make it "one of a kind" and that is what sets it apart from all the others |
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