Need opinions on plastidip

[Nkbm82]

So I decided to try plastidip for the first time and wanted to get opinions on the results. I think I'm in the middle on it. The nice part is that I can peel it off at anytime. I dipped the orange side markers too since I couldn't find replacements online.

Here are the before and after pictures.

[Socal2025]

I think it looks great. I would not do the side yellow reflectors because they actually have a function. But the wheels look great. Nice to change their look once in a while.

[Phantomquattro]

Saw these body colored replacements for the reflectors on IND...

http://ind-distribution.com/ind/categories/exterior

[rlemek]

looks great I was contemplating doing my rims because like you said its easy to remove and your back to stock! I ended up having the tint people think my amber reflectors but urs came out great as well!

[Nkbm82]

Thanks for the opinions and the link!

[ZuerstBMW]

Looks great!!!

[someguy]

I'm interested in the improved appearance from the side markers. What plastidip product did you use?

http://www.plastidip.com/

[Artdnj]

How long will it last on the rims/ car considering filth, brake dust, washing etc? Does the dip attract and retain dirt? Just curious, looks really great.

[ShahiniBmw]

I wanted to do this to my 469M wheels but I dont know yet .. And since it's a lease plasti dip would be my only choice.

[Nkbm82]

Originally Posted by someguy

I'm interested in the improved appearance from the side markers. What plastidip product did you use?

http://www.plastidip.com/

I used the True Metallic Anthracite Gray.

[Nkbm82]

Originally Posted by Artdnj

How long will it last on the rims/ car considering filth, brake dust, washing etc? Does the dip attract and retain dirt? Just curious, looks really great.

It's apparently supposed to last up to 3 years and you can wash the wheels. Some people even run it through the car wash but I haven't yet. As far as the dust question I've only had it on for a week and doesn't look very dusty/filthy at all. I'll have to see how that changes as time passes.

[Armen383]

Just out of curiosity: are you guys (in US) are legally allowed to paint/plastidip (i.e. basically color change) those side reflectors (and therefore get no fines after you do this)?

[mattbar1]

Originally Posted by Armen383

Just out of curiosity: are you guys (in US) are legally allowed to paint/plastidip (i.e. basically color change) those side reflectors (and therefore get no fines after you do this)?

This law would vary state by state. But being that it is a very specific law. It is unlikely that the enforcers would know if it is legal or not. Or even notice.

It could be noticed when you get an inspection sticker (brake tag for those in New Orleans) but I suppose that is the beauty of being able to peel it off.

[chrisny]

The dark graphite is the only color I actually think the x-line wheels look really good. I think the plasti dip gives them an entirely different look that makes me think if they were a solid color, they'd look good against more paint colors. Seeing these plasti dipped, I would love to see what they would look like in all silver.

That said, on the dark graphite, I like the 2-tone look better. The little bit of silver breaks up all the gray and ties the wheels in with the running boards and window trim very well. The plasti dip just looks more flat and doesn't tie to the paint color as well IMO.

[GSAL55]

Originally Posted by mattbar1

This law would vary state by state. But being that it is a very specific law. It is unlikely that the enforcers would know if it is legal or not. Or even notice.

It could be noticed when you get an inspection sticker (brake tag for those in New Orleans) but I suppose that is the beauty of being able to peel it off.

As long as the light shines through, I don't think there's an issue with it.

[GSAL55]

Originally Posted by scnick82

So I decided to try plastidip for the first time and wanted to get opinions on the results. I think I'm in the middle on it. The nice part is that I can peel it off at anytime. I dipped the orange side markers too since I couldn't find replacements online.

Here are the before and after pictures.

Honestly, I don't like the wheels, stock is better IMO. Side markers looks nice though. Suggest the black kidneys as well.

[chrisny]

Originally Posted by mattbar1

It is unlikely that the enforcers would know if it is legal or not. Or even notice.

Have to disagree here… Why wouldn't traffic cops know the laws they're enforcing? They look for reasons to pull people over as a gateway to catch drunk drivers, people with outstanding warrants, etc.. Of course they know whether reflectors are required or not.

[chrisny]

Originally Posted by GSAL55

As long as the light shines through, I don't think there's an issue with it.

I always assumed the painted reflectors didn't let any light through. Do the painted or plasti dipped actually still reflect?

[GSAL55]

Originally Posted by chrisny

I always assumed the painted reflectors didn't let any light through. Do the painted or plasti dipped actually still reflect?

I don't know anything about the plati-dip crap... what I have done in the past was spray the lens with bulldog adhesive (give the next steps something to adhere to) then put some clear coat in a paint gun with a TINT of your color-coded paint in it and spray one to two coats. You don't want it on too thick but it will be clear so the light shines through and you have the color of your car.