Official S55 AMG W220 picture thread! Gentlemen, start your uploads!
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Thanks guys. Honestly, before blacking out the car, I was thinking nobody on the forum would like it. I thought it would turn out ricey. Thanks for the reassurance guys 
Now, I might black out the hood-grille, the chrome trim around the car, and maybe even paint on a rear diffuser. The beauty is that it all comes off. I love this stuff 
Now, I might black out the hood-grille, the chrome trim around the car, and maybe even paint on a rear diffuser. The beauty is that it all comes off. I love this stuff
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Can we get some close ups of the grille, and some details on how you did it. I didn't think about doing mine until now. Since the car is already black I could do black wheels too..hmmm....
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Now to painting the actual grille. Again, it was my first time, so I wasn't sure what I was doing. I just sprayed away. I pretty much did 2 heavy coats, until no chrome was showing, and it came out perfect in the end. This stuff is very forgiving. Hope I was helpful; good luck!
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Plasti dip is a spray paint that comes out in a matte finish. It comes in many different colors, and even a glossifier that goes over it to make a glossy finish. The reason alot of people are using the product on cars is because it peels off when you don't want it anymore. It can chip, but many people have it on with no problems. Touch ups are easy, because the material bonds to itself, making it good as new. The more coats, the more durable. I've had my grille and emblems done for about 2 months now, with no problems. Check out this thread:
https://mbworld.org/forums/c-class-w...ml#post5213925
https://mbworld.org/forums/c-class-w...ml#post5213925
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Just finished our S55 demo car:
Full Junction Produce everything...nearly all of it had to be modified since the JP aero is made for 2002 and prior (bumper moldings, sensors, upper front bumper area). That and modifying the rear bumper to maintain the AMG exhuast. Wheels are Leon Harderitt Beil in 20x9.5 and 20x10.5. Adjustable air suspension links and camber arms make it sit proper. The car is owned by one of my good friends who also happens to be in my crew Night Garage. Hope you guys can appreciate the work...
Full Junction Produce everything...nearly all of it had to be modified since the JP aero is made for 2002 and prior (bumper moldings, sensors, upper front bumper area). That and modifying the rear bumper to maintain the AMG exhuast. Wheels are Leon Harderitt Beil in 20x9.5 and 20x10.5. Adjustable air suspension links and camber arms make it sit proper. The car is owned by one of my good friends who also happens to be in my crew Night Garage. Hope you guys can appreciate the work...
Nice
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Plasti dip is a spray paint that comes out in a matte finish. It comes in many different colors, and even a glossifier that goes over it to make a glossy finish. The reason alot of people are using the product on cars is because it peels off when you don't want it anymore. It can chip, but many people have it on with no problems. Touch ups are easy, because the material bonds to itself, making it good as new. The more coats, the more durable. I've had my grille and emblems done for about 2 months now, with no problems. Check out this thread:
https://mbworld.org/forums/c-class-w...ml#post5213925
https://mbworld.org/forums/c-class-w...ml#post5213925
where can i buy these plastic spray can at? .i try it next time...im thinking plastic dip my whole hood...
removing the center hood grille is easy....8mm screw (x3) after you remove the drain tray.. and pop out the clips...remove connector and all the hardware pop out...
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^^ Thanks, I'll try soon. You can buy the cans at home depot, or lowes for $6 per can. Ace hardware and stores like this should have it too, but for around $10 per can. It is hard to find any color except for black. Look up on youtube, videos on how to plasti dip. There are alot of tips out there. Additionally, visit this website, and look at some of their how-to videos: dipyourcar.com Good luck man.
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^^ Thanks, I'll try soon. You can buy the cans at home depot, or lowes for $6 per can. Ace hardware and stores like this should have it too, but for around $10 per can. It is hard to find any color except for black. Look up on youtube, videos on how to plasti dip. There are alot of tips out there. Additionally, visit this website, and look at some of their how-to videos: dipyourcar.com Good luck man.
this is great!.. been watching youtube video of the guy..platicdip the whole car (audi s4)...
i rather do plastic dip instead of wraping the car
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Anyone think plasti dipping the bottom portion of the rear bumper would be cool? Or maybe the middle-bottom portion of the front bumper, like on the new S63's ?
Viet: I tried taking off the hood grille. I am a total noob at this stuff. I opened the hood, played around, and just stopped. I fear breaking something, or not being able to re-install properly. There are just so many hoses and clips.
Btw, those white brakes are sooo nice. Brake dust must be a killer tho :/
Viet: I tried taking off the hood grille. I am a total noob at this stuff. I opened the hood, played around, and just stopped. I fear breaking something, or not being able to re-install properly. There are just so many hoses and clips.
Btw, those white brakes are sooo nice. Brake dust must be a killer tho :/
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Anyone think plasti dipping the bottom portion of the rear bumper would be cool? Or maybe the middle-bottom portion of the front bumper, like on the new S63's ?
Viet: I tried taking off the hood grille. I am a total noob at this stuff. I opened the hood, played around, and just stopped. I fear breaking something, or not being able to re-install properly. There are just so many hoses and clips.
Btw, those white brakes are sooo nice. Brake dust must be a killer tho :/
Viet: I tried taking off the hood grille. I am a total noob at this stuff. I opened the hood, played around, and just stopped. I fear breaking something, or not being able to re-install properly. There are just so many hoses and clips.
Btw, those white brakes are sooo nice. Brake dust must be a killer tho :/
naw man..w220 bumper don't look cool if the bottom is painted..it doesn't flow right...
the connector, use the small flat tip pop the clip off.... the washer hose..pop out the bottome each 3x washer nozzle...its easy man
hey been watching all their video...so this product platic-dip also sell at homedepot is same as the product they have on their website?
i really want to buy the kit and spray the whole car matte-black ....aaaaaaaaaaaaa so tempting..
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PersianBoi...i never try plastic dip, is it a spray can?...will it chip ?
drive it a week and report back lol...and do not do your chrome trim around the car..it will look rice-out!
BTW...advice for anyone want to spray their grille....remove it from the car...only 6 (8mm) screws
IMG_0912 by DUMAS55, on Flickr
IMG_0895 by DUMAS55, on Flickr/7288328158/]IMG_0914[/url] by DUMAS55, on Flickr
drive it a week and report back lol...and do not do your chrome trim around the car..it will look rice-out!
BTW...advice for anyone want to spray their grille....remove it from the car...only 6 (8mm) screws
IMG_0912 by DUMAS55, on Flickr
IMG_0895 by DUMAS55, on Flickr/7288328158/]IMG_0914[/url] by DUMAS55, on Flickr
More side pics please
*edit* nvm I saw them few pages back.
SICK man I love the new look
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I might spray my mirrors, like how you wrapped yours.
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Finish spray bottom bumper and exhaust tip...
http://www.flickr.com/photos/42695180@N08/7304797568/http://www.flickr.com/photos/42695180@N08/7304797568/ by http://www.flickr.com/people/42695180@N08/, on Flickr
http://www.flickr.com/photos/42695180@N08/7304797568/http://www.flickr.com/photos/42695180@N08/7304797568/ by http://www.flickr.com/people/42695180@N08/, on Flickr
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yea...i wanted to wrap rear trunk license cover it sometimes now..
i thought i try platicIN" it first
i think its sexxxi yo...one n ONLY (for now) ...hahahhaa...
i thought i try platicIN" it first
i think its sexxxi yo...one n ONLY (for now) ...hahahhaa...
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