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Plastidip and car wash

Discussion in 'Detailing' started by BaconPower, Aug 26, 2016.

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Aug 26, 2016 at 9:33 AM

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How has plastidip held through car wash?

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Aug 26, 2016 at 9:35 AM

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Just fine. I've had my wife's grille plasti-dipped for like 4 years. Still looks decent. Some rock chips, but car washes are a non-issue.

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Aug 26, 2016 at 9:37 AM

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Yep I've held a pressure washer 6" from my badges and never hesitated to peel...and have also been through the car washes with all the bell and whistles and never had an issue or an inkling of the dip not holding up.

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What about wheels? I did my chrome bumper inserts and grill. Seems like pretty tough did on there. Wheels may take a little more beating?

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I live in Texas and get a ton of bugs that I have to scrub off. Anyone know how plastidip holds up to scrubbing with a wooly mit?

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