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Old Mar 16, 2014 | 10:47 AM
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This and that.
It is too much work and and I am too lazy to dip it. Plus I think if I dip that part then I will feel obligated to dip other parts like the window chrome trim etc to have some symmetry going on. So I am just going to leave it.
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Old Mar 16, 2014 | 02:33 PM
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thanks folks. really like the new look. I find plastidip really easy to work with, as long as you put on multiple thin coats allowing to dry in between. nice uniform matte finish.
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Old Mar 16, 2014 | 07:35 PM
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Plastidip is one of the best & easiest to work with.
Yes, multiple THIN layers is key
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Old Mar 16, 2014 | 10:38 PM
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http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/171234311...84.m1439.l2649

Matte black.

my friend ordered this. should arrive today. when it comes, i will fit it, and take pics.
She wanted matte black on her car (white car)
Ah thank you! If I'm in the US can I order through that ebay auction though?
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Old Mar 16, 2014 | 10:53 PM
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Originally Posted by AMG893
Plastidip is one of the best & easiest to work with.
Yes, multiple THIN layers is key
yes but taking off the painters tape is a b*tch. i messed up mine a bit. will post a pic.
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Old Mar 21, 2014 | 08:53 PM
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yes but taking off the painters tape is a b*tch. i messed up mine a bit. will post a pic.
I don't have a c63 but plasti dipped a similar type grill. The trick is to remove the tape while its still kinda wet. If you let it dry completely, the paint will peel off with the tape. If you do multiple layers at a time it's best you remove the tape each time. Then repeat. But I cheat and do as many coats as I can then remove the tape before it completely dries. But I always risk over spraying. But here's my c300. Dipped outer grill and bottom bumper (this bottom one is just for testing to see how it looks).



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Old Mar 21, 2014 | 08:57 PM
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Ah thank you! If I'm in the US can I order through that ebay auction though?
Sup bud. BTW got my spoiler and diffuser installed that you sold me. Just need to get tips done.
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Old Mar 30, 2014 | 07:52 AM
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I don't have a c63 but plasti dipped a similar type grill. The trick is to remove the tape while its still kinda wet. If you let it dry completely, the paint will peel off with the tape. If you do multiple layers at a time it's best you remove the tape each time. Then repeat. But I cheat and do as many coats as I can then remove the tape before it completely dries. But I always risk over spraying. But here's my c300. Dipped outer grill and bottom bumper (this bottom one is just for testing to see how it looks).



That looks good. Not a fan of the vinyl on the bottom center though. makes your front look like the Predator.

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That looks good. Not a fan of the vinyl on the bottom center though. makes your front look like the Predator.


How about like this?


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Old Mar 31, 2014 | 03:45 AM
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That looks good. Not a fan of the vinyl on the bottom center though. makes your front look like the Predator.

Thanks. Just did for testing to see how I'll like it. I think I'll make it straight instead. BTW it's plasti dipped ☺

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Is the gloss black portion painted or molded-in?
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Is the gloss black portion painted or molded-in?
Gloss black?
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Old Mar 31, 2014 | 04:12 PM
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received mine a few days ago..it's being wrapped gloss black..i'll post some pics once it's installed
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Old Apr 1, 2014 | 08:26 PM
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just installed it..looks amazing fitment is pefect

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Old Apr 1, 2014 | 08:55 PM
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Gloss black?
Yes. The mesh is gloss black from what I read instead of the matte OEM finish. Is the gloss black mesh painted or molded-in? If it is painted, it will just chip over time.
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Old Apr 1, 2014 | 08:56 PM
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Yes. The mesh is gloss black from what I read instead of the matte OEM finish. Is the gloss black mesh painted or molded-in? If it is painted, it will just chip over time.
pretty sure it's actually molded...i inspected mine pretty well before and it's for sure not painted
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Old Apr 2, 2014 | 12:24 AM
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This and that.
I actually like the gloss black look. Maybe I should get that and it will match with my gloss black vinyl on the roof too. How much did you pay to get it wrapped? I am gonna call my shop tomorrow.
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Old Apr 2, 2014 | 12:26 AM
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I actually like the gloss black look. Maybe I should get that and it will match with my gloss black vinyl on the roof too. How much did you pay to get it wrapped? I am gonna call my shop tomorrow.
it was like $90 to get it wrapped then i think $220 for the grill
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Old Apr 2, 2014 | 12:29 AM
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This and that.
I already have the grille installed, just contemplating getting it glossy black vinyl wrapped as I already have my roof wrapped.
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i got mine recently and i'm going to wrap it tomorrow. the center star might be kind of tricky, but it shouldn't take longer than about 15 min and hopefully i have enough spare vinyl laying around.
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Yes. The mesh is gloss black from what I read instead of the matte OEM finish. Is the gloss black mesh painted or molded-in? If it is painted, it will just chip over time.
EDIT: I totally misunderstood what you asked haha. Yes the gloss seems to be molded on mine and not painted.
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I actually like the gloss black look. Maybe I should get that and it will match with my gloss black vinyl on the roof too. How much did you pay to get it wrapped? I am gonna call my shop tomorrow.
It will probably match your roof but it wont match the bottom center bumper grill since those are usually matte or satin depending on how long you've had your car. Atleast from the c63 I've seen. I think its better to match everything in the front.
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It will probably match your roof but it wont match the bottom center bumper grill since those are usually matte or satin depending on how long you've had your car. Atleast from the c63 I've seen. I think its better to match everything in the front.
yeah the 2 meshes are slightly different but not totally different that it stands out like crazy..i was actually thinking of getting some gloss black mesh for my bottom bumper
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just installed it..looks amazing fitment is pefect



Sick grill, sick wheels.. I thought u were from the GTA? How can the grass be so green? Lol
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Sick grill, sick wheels.. I thought u were from the GTA? How can the grass be so green? Lol
hahah im in vancouver..i use to live in the GTA but the east coast is too cold during winter
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