Prior to assembling the gauge cluster, lighting switches, filter minder and other connections, we prepped the existing CARC to accept paint. Special attention was paid to masking the window rubber, as paint can rapidly degrade it. This was painted in Rapco “686” Tan (which corresponds with FS 33446).
By pre-painting the dash and vent areas, it ensures an even color when these areas are masked off for complete vehicle paint.