Matte Gray Plasti Dipping my SHO ...
(http://i1287.photobucket.com/albums/a628/kbeck59/tmp_plastidip-zl1-b-728014673_zpsd5755f16.jpg) (http://s1287.photobucket.com/user/kbeck59/media/tmp_plastidip-zl1-b-728014673_zpsd5755f16.jpg.html)
"Stealth"
I actually thought about doing this just for the winter months
I'll be picking up some Plasti Dip tomorrow. As I mentioned in my build thread, I'm not quite ready to commit to wrapping or painting the trim, so I want to test Plasti Dip first. In my research, I've found a ton of uses for Plasti Dip. Many users have had great success with dipping wheels. If I can find some locally, I'll be dipping mine in anthracite with a couple coats of the glossifier. I love the optional 20's on my MKS, but I can't handle the polished look. I'm hoping the anthracite will tickle my fancy. If so, I'll wait for the dip to start wearing and I'll have them powder coated in a similar color.
Quote from: SwampRat on March 17, 2014, 11:55:58 PM
Matte Gray Plasti Dipping my SHO ...
(http://i1287.photobucket.com/albums/a628/kbeck59/tmp_plastidip-zl1-b-728014673_zpsd5755f16.jpg) (http://s1287.photobucket.com/user/kbeck59/media/tmp_plastidip-zl1-b-728014673_zpsd5755f16.jpg.html)
Been reading about it .... time consuming part is prep , taping everything off .
about 5 gallons and or four or five coats .
There are some pics here of one that someone did entirely... It looks awesome... Sorry I can't find it quickly.
Quote from: BiGMaC on March 18, 2014, 12:08:58 AM
There are some pics here of one that someone did entirely... It looks awesome... Sorry I can't find it quickly.
Steve142857
His old SHO , cant find his 13 ... bronze finish plastipped.
(http://www.ecoboostperformanceforum.com/gallery/163_29_09_13_11_32_04.jpeg)
Quote from: SwampRat on March 18, 2014, 12:18:36 AM
Quote from: BiGMaC on March 18, 2014, 12:08:58 AM
There are some pics here of one that someone did entirely... It looks awesome... Sorry I can't find it quickly.
Steve142857
His old SHO , cant find his 13 ... bronze finish plastipped.
(http://www.ecoboostperformanceforum.com/gallery/163_29_09_13_11_32_04.jpeg)
Here's Steve's, that's the one i was looking for... several other good pics and a lot of info on the process.
http://www.ecoboostperformanceforum.com/index.php?topic=1344.msg20625#msg20625 (http://www.ecoboostperformanceforum.com/index.php?topic=1344.msg20625#msg20625)
So what made you want the matte look, SR?
I love the matte look!!
I decided I was going to wrap or dip my truck if I get bored with color.
I'm thinking most likely not for at least two more years...
Just remember somebody can peel it off your car when it's sitting. People love to do that around here to plastidipped cars. :)
That is exactly why I have started looking at wrap film instead of dip.
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Quote from: 4DRHTRD on March 18, 2014, 08:44:46 AM
Just remember somebody can peel it off your car when it's sitting. People love to do that around here to plastidipped cars. :)
I didn't know that the Vandals were the home team in AZ???
I would do Vinal as well. I have a fair amount of experience with dip (trim/rims/clear dip for winter protection on the hood, etc...I like it...but if you want a whole car done, Vinal IMO.
Quote from: Joleat on March 18, 2014, 12:00:34 AM
I'll be picking up some Plasti Dip tomorrow. As I mentioned in my build thread, I'm not quite ready to commit to wrapping or painting the trim, so I want to test Plasti Dip first. In my research, I've found a ton of uses for Plasti Dip. Many users have had great success with dipping wheels. If I can find some locally, I'll be dipping mine in anthracite with a couple coats of the glossifier. I love the optional 20's on my MKS, but I can't handle the polished look. I'm hoping the anthracite will tickle my fancy. If so, I'll wait for the dip to start wearing and I'll have them powder coated in a similar color.
I plan on trying the same thing on my SHO this summer.
Quote from: TSS on March 18, 2014, 10:29:12 AM
I would do Vinal as well. I have a fair amount of experience with dip (trim/rims/clear dip for winter protection on the hood, etc...I like it...but if you want a whole car done, Vinal IMO.
I agree TSS... and Mike's admonition noted too... But I will say that the plastidip allows experimentation that's easy to remove and economical without the need for special tools and can look pretty cool. That said Next to paint I also prefer a wrap to change or customize a car finish without painting
I suggest anyone considering wrap your car with vinyl talk to steve about it. All I know it's very expensive and didn't sound durable at all.
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Quote from: SwampRat on March 17, 2014, 11:55:58 PM
Matte Gray Plasti Dipping my SHO ...
(http://i1287.photobucket.com/albums/a628/kbeck59/tmp_plastidip-zl1-b-728014673_zpsd5755f16.jpg) (http://s1287.photobucket.com/user/kbeck59/media/tmp_plastidip-zl1-b-728014673_zpsd5755f16.jpg.html)
Gonna get it done in a few weeks and post pics .
The place Im going to have do this is going to do a matte clear coat on top as well to make it more durable .
I though about doing it myself but changed my mind .
All of the chrome trim and lower body plastic trim as well .
i was thinking about plasti dipping my undercladding a true black vs the dark gary/matte black on the MKS. or ask the dealer about the body colored cladding replacement. I'm sure thats very expensive...
DRII,
My MKS has the EcoBoost Appearance Package and all of the trim is already painted to match. You may be lucky enough to find color-matched pieces on Car-Parts.com or somewhere similar. For the rear bumper, it would probably be easier to just have it sprayed.
Every time Plastidip comes up all I want is a bright orange SHO!
Quote from: dalum on March 18, 2014, 07:43:47 PM
Every time Plastidip comes up all I want is a bright orange SHO!
Maybe Canary Yellow ?
Quote from: Joleat on March 18, 2014, 05:40:50 PM
DRII,
My MKS has the EcoBoost Appearance Package and all of the trim is already painted to match. You may be lucky enough to find color-matched pieces on Car-Parts.com or somewhere similar. For the rear bumper, it would probably be easier to just have it sprayed.
did your's come with the 10 spoke wheels? i didn't like the 10 spoke wheels as much as the 11 spoke premium wheels, which is why i avoided the MKS with the red 'S' on the back, but has body colored cladding which i wanted.
i also asked Maaco about painting the cladding, when i went to get the vinyl stripes on my car removed, they said its not worth painting the under cladding because of all the nicks and scrapes it would take. i was thinking that plastidip may hold up better than enamel...
Plastidip is awesome stuff! I've had my rear chrome stuff and front grille/LED bar trims done for almost 2 years now, wheels have been done for 1 year. After a good wash it all still looks new. Friend of mine did his faded black C5 Vette with fading chrome wheels...afterwards...matte red with anthracite wheels. Pretty amazing stuff.
Quote from: DRII on March 18, 2014, 10:09:21 PM
Quote from: Joleat on March 18, 2014, 05:40:50 PM
DRII,
My MKS has the EcoBoost Appearance Package and all of the trim is already painted to match. You may be lucky enough to find color-matched pieces on Car-Parts.com or somewhere similar. For the rear bumper, it would probably be easier to just have it sprayed.
did your's come with the 10 spoke wheels? i didn't like the 10 spoke wheels as much as the 11 spoke premium wheels, which is why i avoided the MKS with the red 'S' on the back, but has body colored cladding which i wanted.
i also asked Maaco about painting the cladding, when i went to get the vinyl stripes on my car removed, they said its not worth painting the under cladding because of all the nicks and scrapes it would take. i was thinking that plastidip may hold up better than enamel...
Yep, I have the 10-spoke wheels. I actually like them better than the other available factory wheels for the MKS, but different strokes for, well, you know. I searched for six months before I found my car. I had to drive 5 hours away to get it and it was all because I wanted Tuxedo Black and the EcoBoost Appearance Package. I love the factory smoked headlights.
BTW, I picked up a can of matte black Plasti Dip today. If the weather is nice enough, I plan to experiment with some trim pieces this weekend. I'll be sure to post pictures. On another unrelated note, I was finally able to get the windows tinted today. There is a surprising lack of tint shops that operate on weekends in my area, so I left work early to get it done. My project is slowly coming together...
:offtopic: :jacked: :jacked:
LOL
Quote from: SwampRat on March 19, 2014, 12:50:17 AM
:offtopic: :jacked: :jacked:
Calm down, grandpa! I mentioned Plasti Dip in my last reply too! Everyone seems to be overly sensitive around here lately, lol.