Plasti-Dip Grille?

[R_Sharpe]

I realize that there are probably a million threads talking about this, but I couldn't find any with the search function. ANYWAY... The only thing on my Tahoe that is chrome right now, is the grille. I have the original 2007 LTZ grille (Black insert, chrome surround), which I have tried to get painted. My paint guy swears that it can't be painted, which I know isn't true, but anyway... I've noticed that alot of people on TYF have been using "plasti-dip" for almost everything. I was wondering if I could use it on my grille surround? And if so, how would I go about doing so? Any help would be appreciated.

-Robby

 

[yates ™]

Clean it and plasti dip it. The only thing you may not like is the texture and that the finish is not glossy. It's like $7 for a can and easily removable so I would say try it.

 

[fire730]

Be sure to post pics after you do it. I'm on the fence about doing it too.

I'm sure you will get around to it before I will.

 

[yates ™]

Why be on the fence about it? It's easy, fast, can be removed, and cheap. Try it, worst thing that happens is your out a few bucks and an afternoon

 

[Garmoe]

yes post photos. im most likely doing my grill, and bumpers in this next month. so please post pictures if you do..

 

[Goodinblack]

Just did half of mine.....got the top half yet to do.

I don't regret it.

 

[steven13608]

i plasti dipped my wood trim in my 08 tahoe and it came out fine.

people plasti dip there whole cars for that matte finish, so i think doing your grille would be safe. and not to mention its cheap and completely new look.

 

[RydnDrty]

I plasit-dipped my grille surround a while back...I ended up having to redo it because the first time I onlt put three coats..this time I did 8(a whole can)....its came out great, and doesnt show any imperfections....The plasti-dip is under $6 at Lowe's...Here is a pic of mine...\

 

[R_Sharpe]

Alright! Sounds pretty easy. I'm gonna stop by Lowe's on Wednesday after school and pick up a can. @RydnDrty, your grille looks amazing! So basically, I can just clean it with like, dish washing detergent? Let it dry, then start coating it? How many coats should I do? 8? Thanks for the info guys! It seems like it's been sooo long since I've done anything to 'Hoe 1! I'm really excited to do this now! Haha. And I will most definitely post pix asap.

 

[yates ™]

Just wash it like normal, dry it off, and do at least 4 coats.

 

[Gzes]

Plastic dip is bad ass I did my clave cover spark plug cover on a b16 I have qndo it looks great. And it feels bad ass and won't screw up really

 

[RydnDrty]

Thanks!! Yup...just clean real good, and make sure its good and dry before you start...and make sure u get in all the bends and curves....

 

[fire730]

Why be on the fence about it? It's easy, fast, can be removed, and cheap. Try it, worst thing that happens is your out a few bucks and an afternoon

TIME is more of an issue for me. So I want to make sure it will turn out good and hold up for a decent amount of time. My 07 is out in the sun ALOT.

But seeing RydnDrty's truck makes me want to do it more.

But how good does it hold up to sun exposure?

 

[daygooz3v]

i just plastidipped my front grill, i didnt even tape anything off just sprayed and peeled the excess later. came out really well will post pics later

 

[yates ™]

My emblem has been don't for like a year and it has held up no problems

 

[fire730]

My emblem has been don't for like a year and it has held up no problems

Thanks. I'll have to do it when I get some free time.


Also RydnDrty - I can't really tell from the pic. Did you just paint over the whole original bowtie emblem without removing anything?

 

[Garmoe]

bought some plasti dip today.. but since i live on base and in the dorms i have no place to use it right now... gotta wait till next weekend when i go to my friends place..

 

[yates ™]

bought some plasti dip today.. but since i live on base and in the dorms i have no place to use it right now... gotta wait till next weekend when i go to my friends place..

I painted mine outside. You guys are putting to much thought into it.

 

[Garmoe]

I painted mine outside. You guys are putting to much thought into it.

im putting thought into not getting in trouble.. I live in the dorms on a military base where we arent supposed to do anytype of work on our vehicles. and they cracked down ******* dorm residents the other day for everything they could. so no chances are be taken right now

 

[AZSCTACO]

I did mine as well....Only thing I would add is put a towel behind the grille so you don't plastidip the radiator with the over-spray. The stuff holds up great with no chips at all.