Painting ABS door panels

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I bought a set of ABS door panels for my 71 bus. I'm thinking of painting them looking for recommendations. I'm thinking of using Dupli-Color.
 

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I used Vinyl Coat on my crash pad, it was okay but a bit shiny. You might want to use some plastic primer first to make sure it sticks, the sort they use for plastic bumpers
 
They make adhesion promoters in paint shops - I use Bulldog. Follow instructions. Light primer coat and then top coat. Be aware that the textured side has mold release residue for when it was made and needs to be thoroughly cleaned, another alternative is to cover it in vinyl a la factory.
 

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