Not a fan of chrome? Check it out...
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Not a fan of chrome? Check it out...
After being told quite a few times that the chrome on our vehicles "can't" be removed, I took it upon myself yesterday to prove this theory wrong. With a razor blade and a lot of patience, the "chrome" peels right off and leaves a perfect ABS plastic finish underneath.
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I sanded the ABS with 400 just too smooth it out a bit after taking off the chrome, now it's time for some filler primer, sealer, then paint to match body color.
Thanks,
Jeff
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I sanded the ABS with 400 just too smooth it out a bit after taking off the chrome, now it's time for some filler primer, sealer, then paint to match body color.
Thanks,
Jeff
Last edited by Whiteout08; 05-17-2014 at 12:46 PM.
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I know, it's pretty sad...marketing features of "chrome" are misleading, until you tap on the part and realize it's just plastic. Thankfully these parts are ABS underneath so there isn't a need for adhesion promoter before painting. Next up is the grille, hoping it's just as easy.
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In all honesty, I have never liked the idea of using Plasti-Dip. I never paint anything with the idea of "possibly" going back to the original design. This way, I know I've got a nice clean surface to paint on... being able to use filler primer and sand it smooth is my assurance it'll turn out right.
To me, Plasti-Dip is for those who are too afraid to tackle painting properly. With real paint, you've got the option of using whatever color you want, especially when it comes to factory paint codes vs just plain old black (or the other few colors Plasti-Dip makes).
To me, Plasti-Dip is for those who are too afraid to tackle painting properly. With real paint, you've got the option of using whatever color you want, especially when it comes to factory paint codes vs just plain old black (or the other few colors Plasti-Dip makes).
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OK, fair enough...on badges I see this as a viable solution since the level of detail in sanding and masking can be quite tedious and may not turn out right with standard paints. Not to mention, typically you're not color matching badges, just adding variation.
I am by no means knocking Plasti-Dip, it's a widely used product that offers great results...just not my cup of tea.
I am by no means knocking Plasti-Dip, it's a widely used product that offers great results...just not my cup of tea.
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OK, fair enough...on badges I see this as a viable solution since the level of detail in sanding and masking can be quite tedious and may not turn out right with standard paints. Not to mention, typically you're not color matching badges, just adding variation.
I am by no means knocking Plasti-Dip, it's a widely used product that offers great results...just not my cup of tea.
I am by no means knocking Plasti-Dip, it's a widely used product that offers great results...just not my cup of tea.
Not to knock you.. I always go prep and paint.. But a large portion of the guys "LEASE" there vehicles and dipping is a rad solution for getting that custom look with back to stock results on a 36 month trade up.