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NFT: Spray painting plastic question

tbonfig : 9/16/2017 7:08 pm
I recently modified a power wheels Jeep and it looks amazing EXCEPT FOR THE TIRES. There's a power wheels forum that I may post this on but I expect more responsiveness from BBI.

The wheels are plastic. I know they can be replaced, which I may end up doing, but does anyone have any tips here? If I paint them it'll just come off, right?
Are you asking about  
Giants_ROK : 9/16/2017 7:24 pm : link
the tires or the wheels?

You can scuff up the wheels with 220 and prime and paint.
You might even use 320 if the plastic is really soft.

How you'd get a good paint job to stick on the tires is beyond me.
They sell a primer  
bluesince56 : 9/16/2017 7:57 pm : link
Just for what your looking to do. Check with a hobby store that sells paint
Ugh, wheels  
tbonfig : 9/16/2017 8:27 pm : link
I use the terms (incorrectly) interchangeably.

The wheels are plastic. My concern is that as my girl rides this thing, it will just peel off the pain, right? I suppose it would still look okay on the sides and stuff. Hmm, maybe I should go finish painting it now!
Krylon makes a spray paint  
Bill in Del : 9/16/2017 8:39 pm : link
specifically for plastic. check home depot
Yup.  
Giants_ROK : 9/16/2017 8:41 pm : link
Try this:
Krylon Fusion - ( New Window )
RE: Krylon makes a spray paint  
EricJ : 9/16/2017 8:43 pm : link
In comment 13600552 Bill in Del said:
Quote:
specifically for plastic. check home depot


I bought it to spray white PVC when making fishing rod holders for my kayak. However, that stuff will also scratch off easily.
Did you wipe the  
Giants_ROK : 9/16/2017 8:56 pm : link
PVC with acetone? That helps.
She won't notice  
mattlawson : 9/16/2017 10:28 pm : link
.
Can you just  
fivehead : 9/16/2017 10:46 pm : link
wipe the sides of the wheels with an automotive plastic shine product?
I can't imagine it looking good for long unless you actually  
SoDev : 9/17/2017 10:55 am : link
dye the plastic. There are ways to do it,but the colors are probably a bit limited. I know people dye they gun magazines black, deep red, deep blue for example.

I'd probably try that post above me automotive bring black back to life idea first.

You also have plastic dip as an option. Not sure how it would hold up, like paint, but maybe with 20 coats and good prep. Maybe it lasts and provides better grip for awhile and can be reapplied. Just another possibility.
Powder coating...  
BamaBlue : 9/17/2017 4:33 pm : link
You can prime and powder coat plastic wheels for a durable finish. Check you tube for the details. This is the best option...
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