>Hello folks..
>
>I'd like to re-paint the badly faded door handles and  sideview mirror
>bases on my van.  The problem is, I can't find any paint or primer that
>will adhere to the cast mystery metal.  Has any one repainted their
>handles successfully?  If so, what's the secret?

Any etching spray such as Brolite Satinetch or VHT black oxide Case Paint
should do it. Satinetch is really hard stuff. Or get them powdercoated.

Andrew Grebneff
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