Mikelly Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 So I hate brake dust on wheels. I like black wheels, and I figured why the heck didn't Porsche put black wheels on this car? So what's this got to do with HybridZ? Lots, because we are a DIY site. I bought the Black gloss wheel kit a few weeks back, and on Sunday I did this: Weather has been crappy so I didn't get any decent outdoor shots of it, but so far the product seems nice, and is apparently durable. The wheel lock has already fallen and hit one wheel without even marking the surface. So for those of you on a tight budget and having a set of wheels you want to rescue, this may be the ticket. Be forewarned that you really need to read the directions on the package. Make sure to use paper towels and the cleaning solution to clean and prep the surface after you have washed and dry'ed the wheels. Don't apply coats unless you have allowed each coat to dry for minimum of 30 minutes, plus FOUR HOURS cure time, per coat. Also, the clear coat takes 8 hours to cure. It's a long process, but hopefully worth it. Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUNNY Z Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 Looks good. I'm sure you've probably seen it, but there have been entire cars plasti-dipped. Sounds like winter skin to me! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikelly Posted September 19, 2012 Author Share Posted September 19, 2012 Yup... Might consider something like this for the Datsun's body in the spring! Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forcer Posted September 20, 2012 Share Posted September 20, 2012 I thought about doing this to my STi for winter skin aswell. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldAndyAndTheSea Posted September 20, 2012 Share Posted September 20, 2012 Looks good. I'm sure you've probably seen it, but there have been entire cars plasti-dipped. Sounds like winter skin to me! or robbery skin. "Nah officer I didn't rob that bank. It must have been the OTHER ....Datsun 240z.." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUNNY Z Posted September 20, 2012 Share Posted September 20, 2012 (edited) or robbery skin. "Nah officer I didn't rob that bank. It must have been the OTHER ....Datsun 240z.." Well I do all my robberies in the winter. Hence the term winter skin. Traction can be a bit dicey in the snow though. Hopefully the 280 does better than my last getaway vehicle. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cpx93hEKgig Edited September 20, 2012 by SUNNY Z Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wickiewicked240z Posted September 20, 2012 Share Posted September 20, 2012 do you think this paint will eat through polyurethane foam? its that black/grey packing foam. Doing a costume and I need to coat the face of the head for a smooth finish. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikelly Posted September 20, 2012 Author Share Posted September 20, 2012 I don't know if it would adhere to it. It's a vinyl material when it dries... Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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