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Can I plasti-dip my chrome bumpers?

Discussion in 'Detailing' started by sirsaechao, Jan 8, 2013.

  1. Jan 8, 2013 at 9:08 PM
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    sirsaechao

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    Hating the chrome on my front and rear bumpers on my 02. Can I plasti-dip chrome? If so what is the process like prep, how many coat and how do I mask it? Thanks.
     
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  2. Jan 8, 2013 at 9:09 PM
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    3m tape to mask, no prep, just spray on. I did my rear bumper used 3 cans play it safe
     
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  3. Jan 8, 2013 at 9:09 PM
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    Do I need to mask the plastic steps on the rear bumpers?
     
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  4. Jan 8, 2013 at 9:19 PM
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    why plasti dip? have you considered paint or like truck bed liner? for dip you need to clean the area and taping off helps but overspray at least comes off.
     
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  5. Jan 8, 2013 at 9:22 PM
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    Yoi mask whatever you dont want to dip
     
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  6. Jan 8, 2013 at 10:17 PM
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    Yeah it will work fine. Just clean it prior to dipping.
     
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  7. Jan 9, 2013 at 3:35 AM
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    In case I ever want to go back to chrome I still can.
     
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