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Old Oct 21, 2012 | 11:41 PM
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Going to be going through an interior makeover this winter. Interior is tan right now and looking to go to black/ebony. Already have the carpet ordered and will be getting new seats soon as well. The problem I'm having is that the door panels and other trim pieces are tan as well. Was thinking of using plasti-dip on those pieces. Anyone ever tried this out? How did it turn out? Pictures would be great!
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Old Oct 22, 2012 | 12:23 AM
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I would not use plastidip. For longevity's sake. If anything I would probably scuff it up and use a plastic paint with a clear of some sort(matte clear maybe?).

Although plastidip does not offer a clear coat, I'm just not sure how long that lasts.
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use the stuff that is made for the job, like SEM interior paint/dye

this whole plasti-dip craze is seriously confusing the hell out of me. it offers nothing, but the ability to remove it if you want to. Are people that incisive/unable to commit to things? your average spray paints look better, more depth in the color, lays down smoother, have more options, and are more durable... /rant lol
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Originally Posted by crimson_bird
use the stuff that is made for the job, like SEM interior paint/dye

this whole plasti-dip craze is seriously confusing the hell out of me. it offers nothing, but the ability to remove it if you want to. Are people that incisive/unable to commit to things? your average spray paints look better, more depth in the color, lays down smoother, have more options, and are more durable... /rant lol
X2 thank you!
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Old Oct 22, 2012 | 12:54 PM
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Originally Posted by crimson_bird
use the stuff that is made for the job, like SEM interior paint/dye

this whole plasti-dip craze is seriously confusing the hell out of me. it offers nothing, but the ability to remove it if you want to. Are people that incisive/unable to commit to things? your average spray paints look better, more depth in the color, lays down smoother, have more options, and are more durable... /rant lol
Its perfect for wheels. This winter I'm coating my wheels with it to protect them. It works wonders for protection during the winter.
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Old Oct 23, 2012 | 12:15 PM
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I agree, use SEM. I've used it on the interior and they have a lot of options to make it look like a factory finish.
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PLASTIDIP RAWRRRRRRR WINNNN

Jk, plastidip wont last on anything you touch with your hands frequently as it will cause it to loose its adherence.

I agree with doing it correctly and painting it.
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Old Oct 23, 2012 | 01:31 PM
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Thanks guys, I hadn't heard of SEM before. To be honest the only reason I wanted to plasti-dip was because it gave me the color and finish I wanted and was the only thing outside of shaker paint I could think of. Appreciate the help!
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Originally Posted by crimson_bird
use the stuff that is made for the job, like SEM interior paint/dye

this whole plasti-dip craze is seriously confusing the hell out of me. it offers nothing, but the ability to remove it if you want to. Are people that incisive/unable to commit to things? your average spray paints look better, more depth in the color, lays down smoother, have more options, and are more durable... /rant lol
My exact same thoughts as well. I swear... F-body enthusiasts are slowly becoming the ricers in the muscle car world.
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Ive been slacking on painting my interior panels, seats & dash, I bought 4 cans of Duplicolor flat/stain black just like the first photo in post #26, Hopefully this weekend I can get to it, I hate the look of gray...
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