Plasti dip in cold/snow

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Plasti dip in cold/snow

Postby OtterAKL » Fri Jan 08, 2016 7:58 am

So I finally bought the stuff to dip my wheels and OF COURSE its going to be in the high 30s-low 40s tomorrow and chance of snow.

Now, I will be dipping in the garage, but I was wondering if that would effect the application. Also, if I let it dry a few hours and then have to drive through the snow, am I setting myself for it to be wrecked?

I'm so anxious to get it done, but obviously don't want to ruin it. Any advice would be appreciated!


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Postby disallow » Fri Jan 08, 2016 8:07 am

Follow the instructions on the can. But my gut says to wait until you can let it cure fully.

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Postby OtterAKL » Fri Jan 08, 2016 8:12 am

disallow wrote:Follow the instructions on the can. But my gut says to wait until you can let it cure fully.
I can let it sit for 4+ hours if necessary

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Postby SETI20 » Tue Jan 12, 2016 8:36 pm

Humidity is the enemy. If it's cold and humid, you won't get full adhesion. It might look good for a few weeks but the slightest scuff will peel it.

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Postby OtterAKL » Tue Jan 12, 2016 8:58 pm

Thanks for the advice. I ended up doing it Friday before any snow/humidity. Doing the touch ups Thursday when it will be in the 40s and dry.

Also, let it cure overnight so should be good.


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