Plasti-dipped
#26
Very nice looking batmobile
I'm considering running the same suspension as you did with the H&R's, Bilsteins and #1 pads. How does it handle? Does it roll when you hit a curve too fast? Do you feel the road better?
I'm considering running the same suspension as you did with the H&R's, Bilsteins and #1 pads. How does it handle? Does it roll when you hit a curve too fast? Do you feel the road better?
#27
Senior Member
Thread Starter
The car handles great with very little body roll. Defiantly worth doing and easy I might add. I did all the rear control arms and bushings so that might make a difference if yours are not done. I might try the Polly bushings in the front LCA.
#28
Senior Member
Thread Starter
#29
Senior Member
Thread Starter
I also added new Nitto Invo all around and cut the H&R springs until I got the stance I wanted.
Last edited by turbo1k; 04-21-2016 at 07:48 AM.
#31
Senior Member
Thread Starter
#34
Banned
Looks spectacular.
It really does.
Nice work...and a superb artsy fartsy style. I mean that in the most flattering way!
It really does.
Nice work...and a superb artsy fartsy style. I mean that in the most flattering way!
Last edited by Frank N Sense; 04-23-2016 at 11:21 PM.
#35
Banned
You obviously know what your doing with the dip..I do NOT!
I just bought a Ford T Speedster and its all yellow, even the spoked wheels.
It all looks fantastic but I was thinking of trying the color black on the wheels.
Do you have any idea how difficult it would be to adhere the P.Dip to the spokes?
How about removing it?
Thanks.
I dig your car.
I just bought a Ford T Speedster and its all yellow, even the spoked wheels.
It all looks fantastic but I was thinking of trying the color black on the wheels.
Do you have any idea how difficult it would be to adhere the P.Dip to the spokes?
How about removing it?
Thanks.
I dig your car.
#36
Senior Member
Thread Starter
#37
Senior Member
Thread Starter
You obviously know what your doing with the dip..I do NOT!
I just bought a Ford T Speedster and its all yellow, even the spoked wheels.
It all looks fantastic but I was thinking of trying the color black on the wheels.
Do you have any idea how difficult it would be to adhere the P.Dip to the spokes?
How about removing it?
Thanks.
I dig your car.
I just bought a Ford T Speedster and its all yellow, even the spoked wheels.
It all looks fantastic but I was thinking of trying the color black on the wheels.
Do you have any idea how difficult it would be to adhere the P.Dip to the spokes?
How about removing it?
Thanks.
I dig your car.
Steve
#38
Banned
Thank You Steve.
Just do it if you will on your free time.
8^)
Just do it if you will on your free time.
8^)
Last edited by Frank N Sense; 04-24-2016 at 09:38 PM.
#39
Senior Member
Thread Starter
Now that a nice T model you have there. I think some black wheels would compliment the yellow very nicely.
This is how I do my wheels and other small pieces.
Clean, clean, and clean.
Once you have a nice clean surface I would tape anything you don't want painted.
I have only used the plasti-dip name brand paint and I usually buy from Home Depot.
My first coat is very light, more like a dusting. I give a single pass over the entire piece, don't worry if it didn't cover 100%. Your just trying to get a good base.
My second and third coat I apply a little heavier.
Now my forth and final coat I apply pretty heavy.
I believe the above method make it much easier to remove and leaves a better finish. When you apply the first 3 coats try not to go back over spots because you think it needs more. We all do this and it's one reason most rattle cans look bad and have runs. 4 wheels usually take 2-3 cans. Spray 8-10 inches away. Make sure you shake well. I wait 15 min between coats.
Hope this help. Feel free to ask if you have anymore questions.
Steve
This is how I do my wheels and other small pieces.
Clean, clean, and clean.
Once you have a nice clean surface I would tape anything you don't want painted.
I have only used the plasti-dip name brand paint and I usually buy from Home Depot.
My first coat is very light, more like a dusting. I give a single pass over the entire piece, don't worry if it didn't cover 100%. Your just trying to get a good base.
My second and third coat I apply a little heavier.
Now my forth and final coat I apply pretty heavy.
I believe the above method make it much easier to remove and leaves a better finish. When you apply the first 3 coats try not to go back over spots because you think it needs more. We all do this and it's one reason most rattle cans look bad and have runs. 4 wheels usually take 2-3 cans. Spray 8-10 inches away. Make sure you shake well. I wait 15 min between coats.
Hope this help. Feel free to ask if you have anymore questions.
Steve
The following users liked this post:
Frank N Sense (04-27-2016)
#41
Banned
Now that a nice T model you have there. I think some black wheels would compliment the yellow very nicely.
This is how I do my wheels and other small pieces.
Clean, clean, and clean.
Once you have a nice clean surface I would tape anything you don't want painted.
I have only used the plasti-dip name brand paint and I usually buy from Home Depot.
My first coat is very light, more like a dusting. I give a single pass over the entire piece, don't worry if it didn't cover 100%. Your just trying to get a good base.
My second and third coat I apply a little heavier.
Now my forth and final coat I apply pretty heavy.
I believe the above method make it much easier to remove and leaves a better finish. When you apply the first 3 coats try not to go back over spots because you think it needs more. We all do this and it's one reason most rattle cans look bad and have runs. 4 wheels usually take 2-3 cans. Spray 8-10 inches away. Make sure you shake well. I wait 15 min between coats.
Hope this help. Feel free to ask if you have anymore questions.
Steve
This is how I do my wheels and other small pieces.
Clean, clean, and clean.
Once you have a nice clean surface I would tape anything you don't want painted.
I have only used the plasti-dip name brand paint and I usually buy from Home Depot.
My first coat is very light, more like a dusting. I give a single pass over the entire piece, don't worry if it didn't cover 100%. Your just trying to get a good base.
My second and third coat I apply a little heavier.
Now my forth and final coat I apply pretty heavy.
I believe the above method make it much easier to remove and leaves a better finish. When you apply the first 3 coats try not to go back over spots because you think it needs more. We all do this and it's one reason most rattle cans look bad and have runs. 4 wheels usually take 2-3 cans. Spray 8-10 inches away. Make sure you shake well. I wait 15 min between coats.
Hope this help. Feel free to ask if you have anymore questions.
Steve
One Question: What type of cleaner would you recommend for the wheels prior to painting?
Thanks Man.
Last edited by Frank N Sense; 04-26-2016 at 10:50 PM.
#42
Super Member
#43
Super Member
What kind of poly bushing.....energy suspension? I would like to replace the rubber bushings on the control arms too. Only problem is, getting the correct size
#44
Senior Member
Thread Starter
Steve
#45
Senior Member
Thread Starter
Steve
#46
Banned
-btw,your vehicle looks way better with the wheels being silver.
It sets off the black body even more and your hiding a beautiful wheel.
But it doesn't matter what I think. It's not my baby.
#48
Senior Member
Thread Starter