| Platinlord | 12-11-2012 02:50 PM |
Yeah, orange peel. Thanks ^^ :D
| austinfritts | 12-12-2012 11:52 AM |
Yeah my bad 3gallons. I forgot they make small cans like spray paint
| gs300cky | 12-13-2012 01:40 AM |
NICE CLEAN S4!!!!!
i bought my car kit from dip your car.com and got it for the suv size.
i used 4 gallons of black on my car. the more coats you use makes it easy to peel off. i ripped all mine off the whole car in 2hours. heres some pics of it[IMG]https://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/59370_4181015208928_1571078548_n.jpg[/IMG]
i bought my car kit from dip your car.com and got it for the suv size.
i used 4 gallons of black on my car. the more coats you use makes it easy to peel off. i ripped all mine off the whole car in 2hours. heres some pics of it[IMG]https://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/59370_4181015208928_1571078548_n.jpg[/IMG]
| gs300cky | 12-13-2012 01:42 AM |
if anyone has any questions about the stuff or needs anything let me know. i have connections and discounts for nasioc members. :D
| 2.5L Monster | 12-13-2012 08:10 AM |
gs300cky - You plasti-dipped your headlights too? :huh:
| myrt1987 | 12-13-2012 10:00 AM |
[quote=2.5L Monster;38694748]gs300cky - You plasti-dipped your headlights too? :huh:[/quote]
And windows? I guess youre just going to peel those off?
And windows? I guess youre just going to peel those off?
| 03boxer4 | 12-13-2012 10:05 AM |
[quote=myrt1987;38695389]And windows? I guess youre just going to peel those off?[/quote]
taking murdered out to a whole new meaning lol
taking murdered out to a whole new meaning lol
| gs300cky | 12-13-2012 11:48 AM |
Haha actually I really loved the look of the dipped headlights but ya I never tapped anything. And as long as you paint 5 coats it comes off really easy
| Djent | 12-13-2012 11:50 AM |
[quote=austinfritts;38679356][IMG]http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb64/austy224/image-1.jpg[/IMG]
heres my S4 plasti dipped matte white. pics of sti soon to come ! and if you prep it with DeNatured alcohol no peeling or anything. took 3 cans to do full car.[/quote]
Did you plastidip your rims and tail lights too? Your car just looks cheap now.
heres my S4 plasti dipped matte white. pics of sti soon to come ! and if you prep it with DeNatured alcohol no peeling or anything. took 3 cans to do full car.[/quote]
Did you plastidip your rims and tail lights too? Your car just looks cheap now.
| wgr73 | 12-13-2012 01:06 PM |
[quote=Djent;38696242]Did you plastidip your rims and tail lights too? Your car just looks cheap now.[/quote]
His picture is way underexposed, I'm sure it looks better in real life or in a properly shot photo :D
His picture is way underexposed, I'm sure it looks better in real life or in a properly shot photo :D
| Shohin | 12-13-2012 01:46 PM |
[quote=Djent;38696242]Did you plastidip your rims and tail lights too? Your car just looks cheap now.[/quote]
Perhaps the "Sleeper effect" is the desired look . . .
Perhaps the "Sleeper effect" is the desired look . . .
| FjStix | 12-13-2012 02:30 PM |
PlastiDip All of the things
| FjStix | 12-13-2012 02:33 PM |
[quote=gs300cky;38694100]NICE CLEAN S4!!!!!
i bought my car kit from dip your car.com and got it for the suv size.
i used 4 gallons of black on my car. the more coats you use makes it easy to peel off. i ripped all mine off the whole car in 2hours. heres some pics of it[IMG]https://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/59370_4181015208928_1571078548_n.jpg[/IMG][/quote]
Wait......What ? :popcorn::huh::confused::sadbanana:
i bought my car kit from dip your car.com and got it for the suv size.
i used 4 gallons of black on my car. the more coats you use makes it easy to peel off. i ripped all mine off the whole car in 2hours. heres some pics of it[IMG]https://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/59370_4181015208928_1571078548_n.jpg[/IMG][/quote]
Wait......What ? :popcorn::huh::confused::sadbanana:
| gs300cky | 12-13-2012 02:38 PM |
Wow I didn't make any sense at all.
I bought a paint gun and 5gallons for $300
I painted my whole car using 4 gallons of flat black (I did 5 coats that way it's easier to peel off)
Then I messed it up on the final coat so I ripped it all off (it took less then 2 hours to rip every inch of it all off)
I bought a paint gun and 5gallons for $300
I painted my whole car using 4 gallons of flat black (I did 5 coats that way it's easier to peel off)
Then I messed it up on the final coat so I ripped it all off (it took less then 2 hours to rip every inch of it all off)
| 2.5L Monster | 12-13-2012 02:40 PM |
[quote=03boxer4;38695427]taking murdered out to a whole new meaning lol[/quote]
:lol::lol:
[quote=gs300cky;38696223]Haha actually I really loved the look of the dipped headlights but ya I never tapped anything. And as long as you paint 5 coats it comes off really easy[/quote]
dipped headlights...how do you see at night :confused: :huh:
:lol::lol:
[quote=gs300cky;38696223]Haha actually I really loved the look of the dipped headlights but ya I never tapped anything. And as long as you paint 5 coats it comes off really easy[/quote]
dipped headlights...how do you see at night :confused: :huh:
| WRXgabeSTi | 12-13-2012 03:28 PM |
[quote=2.5L Monster;38697712]:lol::lol:
dipped headlights...how do you see at night :confused: :huh:[/quote]
Im sure he peeled it off. As well as his windows. That picture must be right after the spray.
dipped headlights...how do you see at night :confused: :huh:[/quote]
Im sure he peeled it off. As well as his windows. That picture must be right after the spray.
| 2.5L Monster | 12-13-2012 03:30 PM |
^ He did state how he really loved the look of the dipped headlights...
| WRXgabeSTi | 12-13-2012 03:39 PM |
[quote=2.5L Monster;38698135]^ He did state how he really loved the look of the dipped headlights...[/quote]
Right, it looks good, but you will not even be able to see light through it at all with 5 coats on it. I remember when I painted mine, I left it over my brights, you couldn't see ANYTHING haha.
[IMG]http://i50.tinypic.com/5u2ptc.jpg[/IMG]
Right, it looks good, but you will not even be able to see light through it at all with 5 coats on it. I remember when I painted mine, I left it over my brights, you couldn't see ANYTHING haha.
[IMG]http://i50.tinypic.com/5u2ptc.jpg[/IMG]
| gs300cky | 12-13-2012 06:36 PM |
[quote="2.5L Monster;38697712"]
:lol::lol:
dipped headlights...how do you see at night :confused: :huh:[/quote]
I wa going to get a light bar and just use that but also I have a second car so I was thinking maybe i would just drive this car at night time.
:lol::lol:
dipped headlights...how do you see at night :confused: :huh:[/quote]
I wa going to get a light bar and just use that but also I have a second car so I was thinking maybe i would just drive this car at night time.
| Djent | 12-14-2012 10:30 AM |
[quote=WRXgabeSTi;38698117]Im sure he peeled it off. As well as his windows. That picture must be right after the spray.[/quote]
He should have peeled out his wallet and had it professionally done.
He should have peeled out his wallet and had it professionally done.
| Notyab | 12-14-2012 11:11 AM |
[quote=gs300cky;38699521]I wa going to get a light bar and just use that but also I have a second car so I was thinking maybe i would just drive this car at night time.[/quote]
:huh: Wow so it was on purpose and not just being lazy to not tape off stuff?
Oh, poplar bluff i get it now :lol:
:huh: Wow so it was on purpose and not just being lazy to not tape off stuff?
Oh, poplar bluff i get it now :lol:
| Shohin | 12-15-2012 02:21 AM |
Question for all you plasti-dippin' experts:
I just did my first project with PD and after 4 light to medium coats, with 25 min between each coat, the final finish isn't what I was expecting. I've got complete coverage, but the finish has that orange peel sort of texture to it. its not totally smooth like I was expecting. Is this normal? I've never seen anything PD'd in person.
I just did my first project with PD and after 4 light to medium coats, with 25 min between each coat, the final finish isn't what I was expecting. I've got complete coverage, but the finish has that orange peel sort of texture to it. its not totally smooth like I was expecting. Is this normal? I've never seen anything PD'd in person.
| gs300cky | 12-15-2012 03:08 AM |
Post a picture of your finish. And I know the first time I did it, the metal of the car was to hot so it looked like rhino liner and was really rough.
I just peeled it all off and redid it. Now it's 100% soft feeling without the bumps. I will do a close up of mine so u can see it.
I just peeled it all off and redid it. Now it's 100% soft feeling without the bumps. I will do a close up of mine so u can see it.
| tuxtattoo | 12-15-2012 03:58 AM |
If you get too far away while spraying you'll get the "orange peel" texture with your PD. I had that happen by following the distance the can recommended. I've had much better luck spraying ~4-6" away.
| myrt1987 | 12-15-2012 03:23 PM |
[quote=Shohin;38709539]Question for all you plasti-dippin' experts:
I just did my first project with PD and after 4 light to medium coats, with 25 min between each coat, the final finish isn't what I was expecting. I've got complete coverage, but the finish has that orange peel sort of texture to it. its not totally smooth like I was expecting. Is this normal? I've never seen anything PD'd in person.[/quote]
Try to spray closer and get medium to thick coats. Just keep trying and be sure to spray enough or else it will never come off.
I just did my first project with PD and after 4 light to medium coats, with 25 min between each coat, the final finish isn't what I was expecting. I've got complete coverage, but the finish has that orange peel sort of texture to it. its not totally smooth like I was expecting. Is this normal? I've never seen anything PD'd in person.[/quote]
Try to spray closer and get medium to thick coats. Just keep trying and be sure to spray enough or else it will never come off.
| Shohin | 12-15-2012 06:19 PM |
I think the issue was I followed the directions! :lol:
Without removing the 4 coats I already did, I added one more thicker coat that was sprayed on from about 6" away. It looks better and more even for sure. Not sure if I'll re-do what I've done or not. I'm sure from more than 2' away it looks black.
It was my exhaust finishers that I dipped. Took them off the car to do it, so its not like a big hassle. I'll post a pic when its done. I suppose to orange peel texture does makes it look OEM though. :lol:
Without removing the 4 coats I already did, I added one more thicker coat that was sprayed on from about 6" away. It looks better and more even for sure. Not sure if I'll re-do what I've done or not. I'm sure from more than 2' away it looks black.
It was my exhaust finishers that I dipped. Took them off the car to do it, so its not like a big hassle. I'll post a pic when its done. I suppose to orange peel texture does makes it look OEM though. :lol:
| austinfritts | 12-18-2012 11:30 AM |
[quote=Djent;38696242]Did you plastidip your rims and tail lights too? Your car just looks cheap now.[/quote]
Nope the wheels are Powder coated and the tails are tinted with vinyl
Nope the wheels are Powder coated and the tails are tinted with vinyl
| BennyB | 12-21-2012 05:20 PM |
Where did you guys get your dip from ???
| gs300cky | 12-21-2012 06:36 PM |
Dip your car. Com or just go to Home Depot and buy the rattle can spray paint of it.
It's in the spray paint isle just so you know.
It's in the spray paint isle just so you know.
| kndt | 12-22-2012 12:31 AM |
Best source of info I've found so far : ) [img]http://.net/www/images/ildfu.gif[/img]Thanks!
| SubieMonte | 01-21-2013 11:14 PM |
Plasti dipped the STI today...
[IMG]http://i1083.photobucket.com/albums/j392/SubieMonte/7608B238-3C74-4C91-8892-EF754941A67D-955-000000AE6B7DA825.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i1083.photobucket.com/albums/j392/SubieMonte/7608B238-3C74-4C91-8892-EF754941A67D-955-000000AE6B7DA825.jpg[/IMG]
| gs300cky | 01-21-2013 11:36 PM |
[quote="SubieMonte;38965289"]Plasti dipped the STI today...
[/quote]
Lmao very cute
[/quote]
Lmao very cute
| ecapox | 01-22-2013 06:55 PM |
Anyone try th clear color? I'd like to spray my front bumper for road debris protection.
| tuxtattoo | 01-22-2013 09:57 PM |
[quote=ecapox;38971740]Anyone try th clear color? I'd like to spray my front bumper for road debris protection.[/quote]
I haven't yet, but I'm about to. I know others have done it and had good success with it. It's a hell of a lot cheaper than the 3M clear bra stuff.
The only differences that I can tell is the clear dip will leave more of a "satin" finish as opposed to a shiner one. I think it's sexy though.
I haven't yet, but I'm about to. I know others have done it and had good success with it. It's a hell of a lot cheaper than the 3M clear bra stuff.
The only differences that I can tell is the clear dip will leave more of a "satin" finish as opposed to a shiner one. I think it's sexy though.
| tenaciousZ | 01-22-2013 11:39 PM |
Haven't read any mention of people using the pre-dip spray offered at dipyourcar.com for any members PD projects ... Has anyone actually used it or has dawn and/or an alcohol wipedown done the trick for u guys? Thanks..
| Alex15 | 01-23-2013 12:10 AM |
I just put on plasti dip blaze yellow on my wheels. it seemed like a totally different texture. I wonder how well it will hold up and how hard it will be to keep clean?
| tuxtattoo | 01-23-2013 12:23 AM |
I've actually just recently used the pre-dip spray for the first time about a week ago. Normally, I just used alcohol to wipe stuff down.
I'll have to say that I was pretty skeptical of the pre-dip spray, but it really did seem to do a good job getting some really caked on brake dust off of wheels. I sprayed it on fairly generously and let it sit for a couple of minutes and the dust really started to dissolve and break up.
Then I wiped it off with a towel. I think that if I would have had a toothbrush, the process would have been even faster.
It doesn't seem like snake oil upon first impression. I remember how long my first set of wheels took to clean with alcohol and these wheels were way worse, but I was done way faster.
I'll be dipping a whole car using it coming up soon. We'll see how it does there.
I'll have to say that I was pretty skeptical of the pre-dip spray, but it really did seem to do a good job getting some really caked on brake dust off of wheels. I sprayed it on fairly generously and let it sit for a couple of minutes and the dust really started to dissolve and break up.
Then I wiped it off with a towel. I think that if I would have had a toothbrush, the process would have been even faster.
It doesn't seem like snake oil upon first impression. I remember how long my first set of wheels took to clean with alcohol and these wheels were way worse, but I was done way faster.
I'll be dipping a whole car using it coming up soon. We'll see how it does there.
| tuxtattoo | 01-23-2013 12:26 AM |
[quote=Alex15;38974023]I just put on plasti dip blaze yellow on my wheels. it seemed like a totally different texture. I wonder how well it will hold up and how hard it will be to keep clean?[/quote]
What kind of texture were you getting? Were you using a rattle can or the pre-thinned dip?
Also, how close were you and how cold was the dip?
What kind of texture were you getting? Were you using a rattle can or the pre-thinned dip?
Also, how close were you and how cold was the dip?
| Hammelcamel | 01-23-2013 12:31 AM |
LOL'd! Great!
| ecapox | 01-23-2013 11:01 AM |
[quote="tuxtattoo;38973140"]
I haven't yet, but I'm about to. I know others have done it and had good success with it. It's a hell of a lot cheaper than the 3M clear bra stuff.
The only differences that I can tell is the clear dip will leave more of a "satin" finish as opposed to a shiner one. I think it's sexy though.[/quote]
Yeah. It could only be a satin finish for sure but that wouldnt bother me at all. WAY cheaper than 3M and possibly just as good depending on how many coats you put on. Ordering today since home depot doesnt carry the clear.
I haven't yet, but I'm about to. I know others have done it and had good success with it. It's a hell of a lot cheaper than the 3M clear bra stuff.
The only differences that I can tell is the clear dip will leave more of a "satin" finish as opposed to a shiner one. I think it's sexy though.[/quote]
Yeah. It could only be a satin finish for sure but that wouldnt bother me at all. WAY cheaper than 3M and possibly just as good depending on how many coats you put on. Ordering today since home depot doesnt carry the clear.
| Varady360 | 01-28-2013 01:09 PM |
can someone with knowledge of plasti-dip pm me please i have a few questions and i dont visit this part of the forum much. Thanks :derp:
| calia1 | 01-30-2013 04:16 AM |
Plasti-dipped my wheels last night. I put about 5 or 6 coats on them and it covered up everything beautifully.
Started with gold.
[IMG]http://i.imgur.com/8Y7znzv.jpg[/IMG]
After a few coats.
[IMG]http://i.imgur.com/H1PJxn2.jpg[/IMG]
Tireshine was the key to getting them to peel off the tire so well.
[IMG]http://i.imgur.com/ud4oAGT.jpg[/IMG]
Best picture i could do at 12:30a.m.
[IMG]http://i.imgur.com/Zz4oZ59.jpg[/IMG]
They really set my car off with how vibrant the white was, i just hope it cleans off easily. Best $25 spent so far :D
Started with gold.
[IMG]http://i.imgur.com/8Y7znzv.jpg[/IMG]
After a few coats.
[IMG]http://i.imgur.com/H1PJxn2.jpg[/IMG]
Tireshine was the key to getting them to peel off the tire so well.
[IMG]http://i.imgur.com/ud4oAGT.jpg[/IMG]
Best picture i could do at 12:30a.m.
[IMG]http://i.imgur.com/Zz4oZ59.jpg[/IMG]
They really set my car off with how vibrant the white was, i just hope it cleans off easily. Best $25 spent so far :D
| bbastyr | 02-02-2013 09:17 AM |
Plastidipped my cheap winter wheels. It's holding up really well, especially considering the halfassed job I did. Covers up my wife's tendy to curb rash them, as well.
[IMG]http://i1218.photobucket.com/albums/dd412/bbastyr1/20121031_142023.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i1218.photobucket.com/albums/dd412/bbastyr1/20121031_142023.jpg[/IMG]
| huskySOOB | 02-02-2013 01:36 PM |
[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lYrlbQz4uiQ"]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lYrlbQz4uiQ[/ame]
| aeion | 02-02-2013 05:04 PM |
I dipped the front end of my truck yesterday.
[IMG]http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk194/mustangjeff1997/37a6b9f4-6ac4-44c0-b3ad-6c6e9a65b031.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk194/mustangjeff1997/c97f33f4-937f-4f5d-9203-24b637a0cc6c.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk194/mustangjeff1997/37a6b9f4-6ac4-44c0-b3ad-6c6e9a65b031.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk194/mustangjeff1997/c97f33f4-937f-4f5d-9203-24b637a0cc6c.jpg[/IMG]
| chet24 | 02-02-2013 05:37 PM |
Anyone tried any of the generic/other brands? The closest place to me that carries plastidip is like 20 minutes, but the local hardware store has another kind.
| myrt1987 | 02-02-2013 06:02 PM |
I didnt know there was other brands, besides the new armor-all stuff.
| chet24 | 02-02-2013 06:08 PM |
[quote="myrt1987;39053741"]I didnt know there was other brands, besides the new armor-all stuff.[/quote]
I'll try to remember a picture when I'm over there. I'm assuming it is like plastidip, and not like a truck bed coating or something...
I'll try to remember a picture when I'm over there. I'm assuming it is like plastidip, and not like a truck bed coating or something...
| kileryoyo | 02-02-2013 07:04 PM |
I love how the armor all stuff is just re branded plasti dip for 3 times the cost. Look at the number designators on the bottom of both cans, they are exactly the same.
| Hyper | 04-24-2013 05:26 AM |
Can someone explain what I did wrong?
I started with one coat, it started to look nice and smooth
[IMG]https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-NkRzYpzLd_Y/UWCNPkqLIuI/AAAAAAAACYY/rbH_TTw6Bnk/s720/060420131782.jpg[/IMG]
I let it dry for 30-40 minutes and decided to give it another coat, and it came out like this
[IMG]https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-FbyVHksjAHw/UWCNQ5-T_DI/AAAAAAAACYo/ap0epqvTUpE/s720/060420131784.jpg[/IMG]
it's not smooth now, and feels like the dash, uneven...
1. what did I do wrong?
2. how can I fix this now?
I started with one coat, it started to look nice and smooth
[IMG]https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-NkRzYpzLd_Y/UWCNPkqLIuI/AAAAAAAACYY/rbH_TTw6Bnk/s720/060420131782.jpg[/IMG]
I let it dry for 30-40 minutes and decided to give it another coat, and it came out like this
[IMG]https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-FbyVHksjAHw/UWCNQ5-T_DI/AAAAAAAACYo/ap0epqvTUpE/s720/060420131784.jpg[/IMG]
it's not smooth now, and feels like the dash, uneven...
1. what did I do wrong?
2. how can I fix this now?
| BSP671 | 04-24-2013 06:11 AM |
Was that only two coats? You could try spraying some more light coats (2 or 3 more) and let the dip re-cure itself. You could also peel it off and try again with 3-4 coats. I use a heat gun to let it dry in between coats so its a lot faster to dip. Maybe 5 about minutes cuz I'm impatient lol
| Hyper | 04-24-2013 07:07 AM |
yeah, 2 coats
I am afraid it well get worse with more :p
I am afraid it well get worse with more :p
| xVern | 04-24-2013 07:37 AM |
[quote=Hyper;39662766]Can someone explain what I did wrong?
1. what did I do wrong?
2. how can I fix this now?[/quote]
Make sure the tips are nice and clean, and make sure the cans are warm and shaken well (this makes a huuuuge difference).
The good thing about PlastiDip is that it reliquifies when you add more on top. So you can just keep adding layer without a problem. Try the steps i suggested right over the top of your old layers.
1. what did I do wrong?
2. how can I fix this now?[/quote]
Make sure the tips are nice and clean, and make sure the cans are warm and shaken well (this makes a huuuuge difference).
The good thing about PlastiDip is that it reliquifies when you add more on top. So you can just keep adding layer without a problem. Try the steps i suggested right over the top of your old layers.
| roostersmash | 04-24-2013 08:51 AM |
what is the best brand or place to get plastidip?
| Ed05WRX | 04-24-2013 09:05 AM |
[quote="roostersmash;39663251"]what is the best brand or place to get plastidip?[/quote]
Walmart carries black and white for 7 bucks
Walmart carries black and white for 7 bucks
| tuxtattoo | 04-24-2013 03:55 PM |
I found that Lowe's and Home Depot had the cans the cheapest in my area ~$6 a can (for black).
Personally, I'd just peel it off and start again. If the first picture is what you got with your first coat, that's part of your problem. The first coat is [B]WAY[/B] too thick.
Also, not knowing the weather conditions you were dipping in (was it cold/super humid?), could have impacted the drying as well. 30-45 minutes is also a really long time to wait between coats. If you were following anything the back of the can said, ignore it.
As others stated, keeping the cans nice and warm and shaken up really helps with a nice even mist.
My method is typically as follows:
[LIST=1][*]Make sure the piece is clean and dry. Rubbing alchohol works great most of the time.[*]Get one of the [ame="http://www.amazon.com/Rust-Oleum-241526-Comfort-Grip/dp/B0015RJ41I/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1366832593&sr=8-5&keywords=Rustoleum+spray+paint+grip"]Rustoleum pistol grip[/ame]. Lowes/Home Depot also have them. [ame="http://www.amazon.com/Rust-oleum-243546-Spray-Grip-Handle/dp/B000DZFE44/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1366832593&sr=8-1&keywords=Rustoleum+spray+paint+grip"]This one[/ame] is not the one you want.[*]Place the item up high enough so you can get side/upward angle for the edges. At least knee high should be enough.[*]Shake the can really well (and make sure it's at least room temp. I like to sit the cans in a bucket or sink of hot water before hand (especially on cold days). If it's cold, toss 'em back in between coat.[*] When spraying, keep the can around 4-5" away. Do not follow the directions on the can or you'll have an textured orange peel effect.[*]Test your spray on cardboard to make sure it's even and not splattering and blobbing.[*] Spray a nice even coat keeping your wrist locked. Pay attention to your stroke and see if you are pulling up or down at the end of your stroke. Up puts you at risk for orange peel texture. Down you risk thick blobs and bubbles, etc. You always want to keep the can at the same distance through the stroke.[*]Don't stop your stroke in the middle of your item, you'll notice a thicker vertical blob when you do.[*]For your first coat you want a nice ~50% coverage. You don't want to thick or you'll end up with an uneven finish (as you've seen).[*]I typically wait 10-15 minutes between coats unless it's cold and I can't bring it indoors.[*]When possible, move the items inside to dry if you are outside. Wind, bugs, grass, will always pick up and blow crap on your drying dip (at least for me it does). Or your neighbor will decide he [B][I]absolutely[/I][/B] must mow his monkey humping grass 5' from where you are working.[*]Shake the can really well between coats. I like to give it a good 10 second shake every 60 seconds or so. Test your spray pattern again before jumping back in.[*]Apply the second coat about like the first coat. Thin and even. You'll proabably be ~75% transparency.[*]Third coat, I go a little heavier, but not overdoing it.[*]4th coat, I usually do a bit heavier than the 3rd. This is usually plenty for most applications to provide a nice smooth and durable finish.[*]5th coat+ if your item will be subject to heavier abuse (grills, wheels, etc).[/LIST]
I hope this helps.
Personally, I'd just peel it off and start again. If the first picture is what you got with your first coat, that's part of your problem. The first coat is [B]WAY[/B] too thick.
Also, not knowing the weather conditions you were dipping in (was it cold/super humid?), could have impacted the drying as well. 30-45 minutes is also a really long time to wait between coats. If you were following anything the back of the can said, ignore it.
As others stated, keeping the cans nice and warm and shaken up really helps with a nice even mist.
My method is typically as follows:
[LIST=1][*]Make sure the piece is clean and dry. Rubbing alchohol works great most of the time.[*]Get one of the [ame="http://www.amazon.com/Rust-Oleum-241526-Comfort-Grip/dp/B0015RJ41I/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1366832593&sr=8-5&keywords=Rustoleum+spray+paint+grip"]Rustoleum pistol grip[/ame]. Lowes/Home Depot also have them. [ame="http://www.amazon.com/Rust-oleum-243546-Spray-Grip-Handle/dp/B000DZFE44/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1366832593&sr=8-1&keywords=Rustoleum+spray+paint+grip"]This one[/ame] is not the one you want.[*]Place the item up high enough so you can get side/upward angle for the edges. At least knee high should be enough.[*]Shake the can really well (and make sure it's at least room temp. I like to sit the cans in a bucket or sink of hot water before hand (especially on cold days). If it's cold, toss 'em back in between coat.[*] When spraying, keep the can around 4-5" away. Do not follow the directions on the can or you'll have an textured orange peel effect.[*]Test your spray on cardboard to make sure it's even and not splattering and blobbing.[*] Spray a nice even coat keeping your wrist locked. Pay attention to your stroke and see if you are pulling up or down at the end of your stroke. Up puts you at risk for orange peel texture. Down you risk thick blobs and bubbles, etc. You always want to keep the can at the same distance through the stroke.[*]Don't stop your stroke in the middle of your item, you'll notice a thicker vertical blob when you do.[*]For your first coat you want a nice ~50% coverage. You don't want to thick or you'll end up with an uneven finish (as you've seen).[*]I typically wait 10-15 minutes between coats unless it's cold and I can't bring it indoors.[*]When possible, move the items inside to dry if you are outside. Wind, bugs, grass, will always pick up and blow crap on your drying dip (at least for me it does). Or your neighbor will decide he [B][I]absolutely[/I][/B] must mow his monkey humping grass 5' from where you are working.[*]Shake the can really well between coats. I like to give it a good 10 second shake every 60 seconds or so. Test your spray pattern again before jumping back in.[*]Apply the second coat about like the first coat. Thin and even. You'll proabably be ~75% transparency.[*]Third coat, I go a little heavier, but not overdoing it.[*]4th coat, I usually do a bit heavier than the 3rd. This is usually plenty for most applications to provide a nice smooth and durable finish.[*]5th coat+ if your item will be subject to heavier abuse (grills, wheels, etc).[/LIST]
I hope this helps.
| WRXgabeSTi | 01-16-2014 10:16 AM |
This thread needs a bump.
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| urmomlovesbbc | 01-16-2014 10:39 AM |
Gotta dip my BBS in white
| Atv821 | 01-16-2014 11:18 PM |
Ive got experience dipping all sorts of cars. Ive dipped several bmw and my genesis coupe. Stuff is amazing if applied correctly. Make sure you do your homework before doing the job.
| nfisheremti | 10-14-2014 01:17 PM |
i have a question, sorry if its already been covered somewhere in the last 44 pages....
what about wheel mounting and balancing? can i spray my rims, then mount and balance the tires? i suspect that won't work, but has anyone done it?
what about wheel mounting and balancing? can i spray my rims, then mount and balance the tires? i suspect that won't work, but has anyone done it?
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