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Dipping a Vehicle as a DIY Customer

Using DYC's Plasti Dip Spray

This Is the Ultimate  Step By Step Vehicle Dipping Guide

In this video we take you through every step of the dipping process.  The materials included in your DYC Car Kit, washing, prepping, masking, spraying, breakdown and aftercare.  If you only watch one video before dipping your car (of course we suggest you watch them all), this would be the one!

What is it Like to Dip a Car for Your First Time?


Steve has never dipped anything in his life.  Join Steve as we coach him through the entire process for his very first time.  Steve learns how to prep, mask, spray and break down his very first dipped car.  This is an extremely valuable video for anyone thinking of dipping their car for the first time.


Why Do Some Dipped Cars Look Amazing, Some Not So Much?


Not all dipped cars are sprayed equally.  The way you actually apply the product makes a huge difference in how the end result looks and feels.  In this video we walk you through what to do, and what not to do when spraying your car.  Want to see properly applied dip right next to dip done incorrectly?  This is the video many people need to see.

Dipping a Truck Can Be a Big Project... Learn the Differences 


A lot of the processes when dipping a truck are the same as dipping a car, but there are some differences you need to be aware of.   Higher surfaces, larger scale, and a separation between the cab and bed.  You need to know how to attack these tasks correctly, and this video covers those challenges.


I'm Getting Tiger Stripes!


When spraying Metallics, Pearls and even Performance Series Gallons - you can get stripes or "Tiger Stripes" on your vehicle.  You're mostly going to see them on horizontal surfaces like your hood, roof or trunk.  In this video we walk you through the steps to not only avoid, but fix Tiger Stripes if you see them come up!


Masking a Vehicle Can Get Tricky, This Technique Can Help


Masking most areas are pretty straight forward.  A combo of blue and yellow painters tape can handle the majority of masking tasks.  However what if you have really tight, stubborn window trim or rubber seals?  Using this technique and specialized Trim Tape, you can get those clean lines you're looking for.



Does base coat color really matter?


Your kit could come with a Black base, Gunmetal Base, Avalanche Grey base, or even a white base.  Does the color of your base coat when applying Performance Series colors really matter?


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