Thread: Plasti dipping rims

So decided I wanted to black out my truck even more but not pay for the appearance package rims. So I sprayed on some plastic instead. It's nice flat black, says its chip proof, and is supposed to peel off if you don't like it. Took about 2 hours and 2 cans, next time would use 3. Make sure you clean those rims really good before.

What is that stuff? Looks really good. Does it flake over time from rocks ect?

very nice! i did my rims last weekend. I used a full can on each wheel. the more coats you put on the easier it is to peel off.

Looks good, I am planning on doing mine when the damn snow and salt go away

It says on the can that it is chip proof. I've had it on my truck and my buddy's truck for months on the emblems and badges. It's holding up great with the pressure washer and gravel road. This is the first time I've done the rims now. I can definitely say don't be afraid to put it on thick on the rims, 8 or 10 coats, wait 10 or 20 minutes between coats. Then minimum 4 hours to dry. It feels rubbery or soft for a little while then gets harder. If you decide to take it off you just scratch at it tell you get a chunk and then pull and it will really stretch out and come off. It's like the same stuff they dip tool handles into. Check it out on YouTube.

Plasti-dip is neat stuff. I've had the rims, grille and emblems dipped on my truck for almost two years now..

Some quick tips as I've dipped about 10 sets of rims in a few different colors..

Minimum of 3-4 coats.. I like to apply 4-5 coats. No need at all to apply any more than 7-8 coats. after about 5-6 coats ur starting to waste it. First 1-2 coats need to applied thin and ever coat after apply it thicker until covered.

Do not try and cover it all at once. Plasti dip is a rubber based spray it needs to settle in between coats to be able to lay smooth and even..

If u apply any color besides black u need to have a base coat of white to make it look like its true color.. If not it will be a few shades off..

U can pressure wash the dipped rims to clean them.. I wouldn't scrub on them. I always spray some type of cleaner on and use a rag to kinda wipe down the hard to reach areas and pressure wash them clean..

I have found a few types of tire shine that acts bad towards the dip.. Causing it to bubble and wipe right off..

Good info!! What brand do you prefer?

Originally Posted by lee83

Good info!! What brand do you prefer?

What brand what ? Tire Shine?

Well I've always applied gel tire shine where u have to hand rub it on no issues .. I ran out once and used the spray and that's where I discovered the negative effects it had on plasti dip. the over spray caused the dip to get soft and become wet and just wipe off like u just sprayed it on.. I would stay away from spray tire shines unless u can completely keep it off the rims..