Difficulty Level

Tools/Supplies Needed:

• mask or respirator
• painter's tape
• rubbing alcohol/Isopropyl
• broom
• reducers (for removing existing glue from the stick on wheel weights, not needed though)
• 2 clean lint free clothes (one for each chemical product)

Procedure:

• remove wheels from vehicle
• first wash the wheels if need using the procedure linked above
• ensure the wheels are dry, using compressed air is a great way to remove any water off the surface
• ensure you have a clean work surface to work off of, use the broom to remove any dirt or dust on the surface
• or if you're using blocks of wood or something similar such as myself, ensure those pieces are clean
• remove the center caps if you wish to have them exposed
• tape off the hub face on the rear of the wheel
• tape off the cap on the valve stem
• clean off the glue from the old unused wheel weights or tire bead sealant using reducers and one lint free cloth
• wipe down the entire wheel with rubbing alcohol/Isopropyl using a clean lint free cloth
• ensure the rubbing alcohol/Isopropyl is dry
• if you want the rear of the wheels coated, start with that side first
• if you want the Plasti Dip to flow smoother, warm cans up in a buckets of hot tap water, wipe them off before usage so no access water drips on your surface
• shake can well according to instructions on label
• apply a light coat first, try to coat the harder areas first
• allow 5 to 10 minutes between each coat, this will depend on coat thickness and your climate
• apply another coat
• ensure you have a thicker coat along the rim edge/tire so it will be easier to remove afterwards
• allow for setup again and apply another coat, continue until the surface is covered evenly and he base color doesn't show anymore
• apply a slightly heavier coat, not too heavy where it can cause any runs or drips
• this ensures for a nice even smooth final finish
• remove tape from hub before painting the front side
• repeat the same procedure for the front side
• four to five coats of Plasti Dip for each side
• you can remove the access Plasti Dip from the tire after a couple hours when the last coat was applied, but I would recommend doing this for the next day which reduces the chances of damaging the wheel's surface
• use your finger nail or a toothpick to create a hole in the Plasti Dip not the tire
• then start to peal up the thicker coating, careful not to damage the wheel's finish
• clean access overspray with either a brush or cloth
• or you can use a pressure washer, but ensure the wheel coating has dried because you can risk the chance of leaving water staining on the final finish
• for the finish to fully harden, it can take a week but this depends on how thick the coating is and what climate you live in
• reinstall on vehicle

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

How long should I wait before installing the wheels back onto the vehicle?

This will be dependant on how thick you applied the Plasti Dip and what your climate conditions are like. You should be able to reinstall the wheels in 24 hours if you haven't applied a heavy coat and currently have warm weather conditions.

Should I remove the wheels when applying the Plasti Dip?

Removing the wheels does make the application procedure much easier and reducing the risk of getting overspray on other components such as the brakes.

How many cans are required?

This will be dependant on the size, complexity and if you're planning on applying the coating to both sides of the wheels. In the video they are 16" wheels and I have applied the coating to both sides. One can is required for each wheel, therefore four are needed in total.