IS - 2nd Gen (2006-2013) Discussion about the 2006+ model IS models

plasti dipped my front grill/ and de badged my 08 IS250

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Old 07-14-12 | 10:24 AM
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no problem at all so far.
Old 07-14-12 | 02:16 PM
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Originally Posted by MashinA
can u post some better close ups of the grille. i was thinking to do the glossy plastidip finish on mine to see if i like it before i paint it permanently.
also where did you buy the supplies?
best i can do with my phone camera. it has some dust on it from sitting in my garage. so pay no attention to that.

Old 07-14-12 | 04:13 PM
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FYI if you want the finish to be smoother, you can do 2 really light coats and the 3rd one real thick. It worked for me.
Old 07-14-12 | 04:53 PM
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Think ill try it on the stock grille. Thx for the pics.
Old 07-14-12 | 05:22 PM
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Let me be more specific... When I say thick, I mean to the point it looks wet.
Old 07-17-12 | 02:58 AM
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Is rubbing alcohol necessary before plasti-dipping wheels?
Old 07-17-12 | 05:04 AM
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it looks much better in black
Old 07-17-12 | 07:51 AM
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Originally Posted by SEWSLexIS
Is rubbing alcohol necessary before plasti-dipping wheels?
it couldnt hurt to just use it! the rubbing alcohol will get any residue, grease, dust..e.t.c...and so on.
this way it will stick better and hold up longer if you do. and the more coats you use the more easily it will be to remove later on if needed.
Old 07-17-12 | 09:02 AM
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Looks so much better plastidipped!
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