I tried doing that this weekend and messed up so I had to peel it. I have a few questions before I try again..

1) What kind of equipment can I buy to hold up my car while I take off 2 wheels at a time? I was doing 1 at a time and that was taking way too long. (I don't know much about cars so this could be simple or not even possible, idk)

2) How do you keep from the plastidip from peeling when you put the wheels back on the car? When securing a lugnut, a piece of the plastidip was ripped off the rim so I had to peel the whole thing..

3) Any other tips?

 

You don't need to take the wheels off to plastic dip them. I did mine while the wheels were on. I simply put two garbage bags inside to cover the rotors. I put 6 coats for each wheel on mine. The first coat should always be very light. Check the below video.

 

Unfortunately I have the sport rims



it's basically impossible to put a bag behind this.. unless I'm just doing it wrong..

 

It's definitely possible. It will just take you a bit longer since you will have to stretch the bag through every empty hole of the rim.

 

Yep. I'm doing mine with the wheels on. It won't spray the barrels (inside of wheel). But, it's considerably easier than removal.

Remember to rotate (pull slightly forward or backward) the wheel to achieve better coverage.

Also, as noted above, 6-8 coats are recommended. Allow drying time (10-12min) per coat.

My goal will be bronze. So, my application process will be as follows:
2 coats of matte black base, 1 light coat of copper metalizer, 1 very light coat of matte black, 2-3 coats copper metalizer, 2 coats matte clear finish.

Take your time. Not sure for what finished look you are going. But, start with 2 coats of matte black. Then do 4-6 coats of the color you want. Finish with clear gloss or matte depending on the finish you are trying to achieve.

Hope that helps. Post results. I'm doing mine next weekend (weather permitting).

 

Yes, dont do it! It looks retarded!

 

If you can, it's always best to start spraying on a surface that is not the wheel, and to move onto it. If you aim directly at the wheel and start spraying it's very easy to get uneven coverage resulting in spots and drips. A smooth, even motion is what you're going for if you're using plasti-dip. Unless you have the motor skills of a child it should be pretty easy.

Also, don't do it. It looks cheap and tacky.

 

Here are my plasti dipped wheels. I'd recommend it. I did it because I personally like the stock wheels and can't afford new expensive ones.

 

That looks phenomenal!

I have a feeling that those expressing a dislike for dipping wheels aren't aware that many of the great looking set ups they've seen use it.

Not only are many achieving a great look, they're protecting the wheels in the process. It's important to mention that the process is 100% reversible in minutes.

 

Please just take the wheels off. It's not worth the trouble to worry about overspray, etc.

And people who knock plasti wheels don't know how to paint in the first place. If done correctly, they will look excellent. Going for gunmetal sometime on my white coupe.

 

My sister's husband works at discount tire and he says that almost every time they have to change a tire the Plasti-dip gets ruined at least a little. So it seems you would have to do a new coat every time a wheel was changed.

It looks good until it starts to come off.

 

Overspray is a non issue. Just be sure to wrap your brakes. Any Overspray is very easily removed.
That said, if you want to spray the barrels, take the wheels off. But, either way, you're good. Check out Dip Your Car on YouTube for a good series of videos. They frequently do it with the wheels mounted.

 

While I expressed dislike of plasti-dip earlier in the thread, I have to admit this is true. The potential is there for your wheels to look great. Problem is most people don't have the patience/skill/interest to do it right. Most people with dipped wheels have matte black, spotty, spray and pray jobs.

 

Damn so much hate for plastic dip. People seem to go crazy over powder coating and each wheel is like $100+. I rather plastic dip and be able to peel it off when I don't want that look any more. It's much cheaper too.

It doesn't come off if you apply 6-10 coatings. I've had mine for over 3 months now and still shining like brand new.

 

Yep. Respray is fairly inevitable after changing tires and balancing. Here's my logic in doing my dip:
1. Total cost for all 4 wheels is under $100.
2. I have patience and reasonable spray skills.
3. It protects (albeit, minimally) the wheels.
4. It can, when done right, look great.
5. It'll hold me over until I'm in a position to drop $3200 on Vossens and tires
6. It's 100% reversible
7. Respray, fixes and touch ups cost $16 if the dip has to be repurchased (if you use all of it the first time)

I am well aware that it can be done poorly and by those without patience. This is likely where most of the dislike originates. But, when it's done right you'd never know. I'm going to take my time and do the best to make the wheels look original. If it doesn't look perfect, scrap it and start over for $30. No sweat.