These details are what make a truck look way better. Your average person will notice that something looks different but they can't put a finger on it, and thats what you want. Its so easy to over do it and this stuff is the perfect way to make your truck stand out.
I just done this to mine after watching this video. I left the gmc logo all black. I also have the sierra letters which turned out great. Loving the content.
My truck is satin steel metallic. With the black gloss mirror caps would you guys think the shadow black or piano black Hyperdip would match better for emblems?
New subscriber….fantastic stuff. Followed this as best I could. Sprayed the back GMC and SIERRA emblems. (All the others were already done.) Could not be happier with how it turned out. Surprised with how easy it was.
I always mess up 🤦🏻♂️ Helps me get better! The main benefits (to me) of this product are : It is temporary, looks decent if done right, can be fixed and most of all your parts can go back to stock with no damage. Imagine if you had a leased vehicle and wanted a custom look for a low cost! 👌🏼
It does stick to all smooth surfaces. Between coats while the film is wet you can score the spots (with a toothpick) where you want it to tear. Or you can score with a blade when dry to weaken the film in a nice straight line. I prefer option 1.
Did you just peel off the “red” portion of your emblem or did you have to razor it? It seems to peel sooooo perfect along the chrome /red edge… almost like it was razored first- (I’ve now watched this on and the wheels) my next project on my AT4 sand dune metallic !!! Great video!!
I would take ALL the emblems off. I did that to my 2008 Silverado when it first came our. I put a 12 inch lift with bigger trims and tires. People would always ask me if it was Z71, it was but no one knew.
@@King_drew well to me it makes my truck more under cover sort of speak. My Silverado has the Votec Max 6.0 and I took all that off. I like to keep people guessing. I have the emblems put away in a safe place should I need them later but it makes for cleaner lines without all that free advertising getting in the way.
I was just showcasing the directions on the can. You can get away with a few less coats but most people that have issues cut corners. Too thin and it takes longer to remover down the road.
Great job. Is that the shadow black? (Satin). Or is that the piano black? (Gloss). I’m about to do my 2021 LTZ z71 very similar. Also going to do the tow hooks in red since mine are black. But torn between satin and gloss.
Hey Don, Does your AT4 have PPF throughout the entire truck? I noticed you have it on the tailgate. I’m Finally getting mine this week after a long wait.
I did this on my first AT4, doing it again today on my new one. Any advice on peeling the fours? The GMC is easy, but the fours I had trouble with the first time to expose the red
Use a toothpick between coats and trace a line around the edge of the 4 where you want it to peel. This should make the film thinnest in those areas and allow it to tear in that location
How is the hyperdip holding up have you brought it through any car washes with the high pressure water? Do you think this method is better than just taping over the red??
I think both methods can work if you have used the product before. On a side not, you can spray dip on piece of scrap cardboard or plastic and wet a detail brush or toothpick to dab a little material back on. This can be handy if you have an accident. As for the durability - no problems yet!
New Subscriber! Awesome videos Don! Been going over some of your videos because I just bought the AT4. Just wondering what color did you use on your emblems and on your rims? Thanks!
@@Donslife Awesome thanks for the quick reply! I'm in Ontario, going to try my hand at this hyper dip. Only bad thing is I'll be doing it in the driveway. Also how's the spacers holding up?
The spacers have been perfect. I even towed with them after all. 8000+ lbs. Hyperdip in driveway is fine, especially with small parts. Watch the humidity conditions and you could also attract bugs. Good luck!
It would be fine if applied correctly. I don’t use automatic car washes because they aren’t very good. But here is a video (and I have many more) on Hyperdip and Durability. My Cheap Blacked Out Parts Still Look New - How I Wash Them th-cam.com/video/4r7h8kT_SAQ/w-d-xo.html
Scoring with a sharp toothpick between coats can keep the film thin where you want it to peel. That works. Or a steady hand with light pressure on a sharp knife. I have done both. The knife is risky though
The exterior probably after 45 mins. The interior probably the same but there are two methods I have done. One way for the interior is to use a knife and drag the blade lightly to thin the film around the edges before it fully dries. Then carefully peel after dried. Or you can let it dry, slowly and carefully drag the knife blade where you want the film to break. Be careful not to scratch the plastic parts and go slow. If you make a small mistake you can use a modelling brush and dab Hyperdip on the spot that lifted. It should bond and dry with the surrounding dip.
Great video! Do you prefer Hyperdip or Plasti Dip and why? I have a 2019 Escalade that I want to do a complete chrome delete in glossy black. Pretty much every exterior chrome parts including wheels and roof rails. Approximately how many cans do you think I will need? Watched a bunch of your videos and became a subscriber!
I prefer Hyperdip for what you described chrome deleting. It is a little more finicky than plasti dip, but it is designed for automotive specifically. Plasti dip is more general use but all made by the same company. Tip: don’t use bug and tar remover on either. It softens the coating.
Oops forgot to answer that. 1 can per wheel, 1 for the roof rails, 1 for all of the emblems, 1 for all of the chrome window trim if you have it. Practice on the small things first before tackling the big ones
@@Donslife thank you! I appreciate all of your input! Dipyourcar is recommending I purchase a total of 14 cans. I personally think that’s a little excessive.
Seems like plastidip is more available here locally (Calgary, AB). The sites for Hyperdip seem to have ridiculous shipping rates. Think I’d be disappointed with flat black plastidip for badge chrome delete?
Hey Don, great video. I just did the same thing to my at4 but I’m having trouble getting the red 4 to be outlined in black while keeping it red. Every time I pull out the middle of the 4 to expose the red again, it just pulls some of the black off the outline leaving spots of chrome showing. Do you have a better method for getting the 4 out?
Good question; There are a couple methods. You can use a sharp toothpick and score the edge in between wet coats to thin the film. This will allow it to tear in the thin spots. You can also use a knife, but you risk scratching the emblem. If you peel a spot a little more than you wanted, don’t panic, you can use a modelling paint brush and spray some dip in the cap, then dab it on the light spot and it will reactivate the film and bond.
Hey Brandon, what you might be seeing is the frame rate from the recording not matching the frequency the lights run at. What ends up happening is a flashing or dancing effect.
You can score the inner edges of the ‘4’ where the plastic is recessed with a toothpick while the dip is still wet. This will thin out the film so it will tear in that spot, allowing you to remove the dip covering the 4. You can also score the dip when it is dry with a utility knife, but you have to be careful not to push all the way through the film and scratch the plastic.
The wheels are 5+ yr old plastidip and the the trim is Hyperdip from November 2020. Both are fine, but the finish on the Hyperdip is nicer in my opinion.
Any pearls on peeling it off the inside of the “4” to show the red. I did and it peeled off the chrome also. Now my AT is black and my 4 is original lol
Use a toothpick between wet coats to score the film along the edge where you want it to peel. It will naturally rip there when peeling off the parts you want. You can also touch up by using a modeling brush and spray some dip in the lid to work with
Couple ways work for me. During each coat (while wet) you can thin out the edge where you want it to peel with a tooth pick. Or you can score it with a blade about 3/4 through the film. Just takes patience
How on earth did you get the dip to stay on the outline of the 4 on "AT4" and not peel completely off. I've tried twice now and just keep failing lol. Any tips on that??
Yes, between coats us a toothpick or something sharp and carve an outline while the film is wet. This will keep it thinner in those spots to peel later. If a little bit peels or your line is crooked, use a tiny paintbrush 🖌️ to dab some material back on. I just spray some material into a lid and dip the brush if a touch up is needed
So simple lol, good idea. Done a lot of the mods you’ve posted.Keep find great mods! Been following you since my 2019 AT4. Just picked up the new model and excited to redo a lot of these. Just put on those raptor lights and that’s probably my favorite so far.
I used a knife and very slowly and carefully cut it out. I just let the knife rest on the dried dip and drug it along slowly (didn’t want to scratch the plastic). Then once I could peel a little, I kept the knife there to cut any spots that weren’t separating. Since it is small it didn’t take too long.
Why isn’t Hyperdip available in stores after years of being out???? You have to order online which is expensive to ship. Online is trying to steal the market making it much more expensive effecting how many cans are actually sold.
Love your vids! I’m a twenty year painting contractor, wanting to do some cosmetic work on my AT4. Just so I’m clear with this process, you did not intricately mask each letter, but just a box around the badge? Then you peeled away what was on the paint job of the truck and you did not have to score it at the badge? So where the badge meets the paint of the truck and the red part of the badge did not require scoring, it just pulled away because of the angle? Thanks! Also, one more question, I saw you did your wheels on another video, if you spray out the Lugnuts does the paint job get damaged when the lugs are removed for tire rotation?
Hey Randy, for the AT4 red insert, I like to use a toothpick and score the outline of the 4 in the crease between wet coats. The goal is to keep the film thin where you want to tear it. It is a good idea to keep a modelling brush handy to and dip it in some material sprayed in the can lid. You can touch up any jagged edges this way too if your line in the ‘4’ isn’t straight. You are correct about masking a box around the emblems. The film won’t bridge the body of the vehicle to the emblem because the adhesive keeps the letters off the body. Just peel slowly and you should be good. Use that toothpick for the hard to reach spots and sharp angles if needed. You don’t need to score around the badges/emblems at all. The only spot I have had to is in these red ‘4’ sections.
@@Donslife thanks for the info. One more question, do you have a recommendation for a product to use on rims that is permanent, if I do not plan to peel it? Thx!
@@ronzy417 honestly if you want permanent, I would pay to have them professionally painted or powder coated. They have the equipment to do it right and probably in a day. Well worth it. To properly paint yourself you’ll need to clean/degrease, sand, prime, paint and clear coat. I paid about $150 Canadian per wheel for my BMW 19” wheels last winter.
20-30 mins. 4 hours to cure for what you are leaving coated. I usually peel of what I don’t want after 30 mins once the last coat is done. Waiting longer is fine though.
@@Donslife thanks ... saw your last 2 videos and u make it look easy . I've been holding on to a couple of cans of hyperdip for like a month now . Just don't want to mess it up 👍
What are you spraying? My 3 main pieces of advice are: 1 - Clean the surface of all contaminants 2 - Don’t spray too heavy - lots of light coats only or it could run. You can wipe runs carefully and keep going with more coats and probably salvage the job 3 - peel carefully! The dip will tear nicely if there was an existing gap (like the cars body and the emblem). The adhesive on the emblem keeps it off the body, so the dip makes a ‘bridge or film’ but it is super weak so it tears when you are peeling. If you have a tiny issue, you can spray some dip on a piece of scrap cardboard or something and dip a small paint brush and repair and edge of you peeled to far. A knife can work in some areas but it is incredibly risky too, so I typically don’t use one.
@@Donslife Well was going to spray my bumpers. Decided I should try something smaller like the emblems but now it is to cold 🥶 in TX right now . So I got to wait now . And yes I will subscribe. You have good informative videos 💯
Very well actually. I have several videos showing the durability. Just need it applied correctly and don’t use bug and tar remover on it. Just soap and water. Even a brush is okay
Wow thanks jus in time i was about to pay too have the emblems on my canyon all TERRAIN painted 🤔 is that better than painting the emblems? How long will that plasti dip last?
Paint would be permanent if that’s what you want. Hyperdip/Plasti Dip is temporary but if done right it can last years. I had a 2013 Sierra Denali with dipped emblems and sold it 5 months ago with them all still intact. Nice thing is if you don’t like it after awhile, just peel it off.
Good question. I haven’t tried, so you could do a test spot to see. I have only done emblems, window trim, grills and wheels. All of these surfaces are smooth and easy to clean for preparation.
Question for ya: When I tried to remove the Hyperdip from the 4 on one of the AT4 badges it didn't release in the crease and I ended up pulling the hyper dip off the chrome. Did you use a razor blade to create a cut to remove the hyper dip from the 4 or did you use the same method as for the GMC badge? I removed the Hyperdip from the tailgate GMC with no problem. Thanks!
@@Donslife Thanks. Toothpick didn’t work for some reason in only this area. I already recoated the 4 and will try a razor blade in the crease tomorrow. Thanks for the great videos.
@@r23g51r I actually didn’t bother trying. I have the red exposed on the front and rear GMC emblems but like the full blackout of the AT4 badges just fine. Red would prob look better for consistency but given the time requirement for 12 coats I didn’t bother with another attempt.
No dip release used. The film will usually rip along an edge if the product is thin in that location. Between coats you can use a toothpick to score and trace a spot you want to peel away. That’s how I did the inside of the ‘4’ on AT4. Otherwise the small gaps around everything else create a natural break.
My AT4 is the same as yours Summit White. I’m really thinking about Hyperdipping my grill Piano Black to match the black under the front bumper. Thoughts? Are you going to do it? Why or why not? Thanks
I am contemplating the same thing. I am going to actually pull the whole grill out and see if I can remove the silver part. Then hyper dip black or actually use white automotive paint and clear coat it. I am on the fence. No reason not to do it though!
Donslife Nice. I’ve seen them done white and I don’t really like it, personal preference. I think piano black would be very nice! I’m also thinking dipping around the fog light but not sure how that fog unit would look with the whole thing high gloss. Probably gonna try it. I did put a 2 inch level on it Saturday and the stance is so sweet now. It’s a head turner for sure!
Donslife I installed the AT4 specific Rough Country 1318 kit. Gave me a perfect 2 inch level and I can still access all of my 4wd functions. That’s the reason I went with it. Also after the install all of my factory UCA angles looked great so I don’t believe I’ll have the need to purchase an aftermarket UCA. Actually drove in Auto 4wd in a heavy rainstorm after the install, everything functioned as intended. I scheduled a front end alignment for this week but if it’s off it’s not by much.
I agree if you want to change the color for good. I didn’t want to make it a permanent change and it cost me $15 and an afternoon. I painted my grill and exhaust tips.
Have you tried hyperdip on interior mods? I want to chrome delete the bezel around the infotainment screen in my 2021 SLT. Would a vinyl wrap be a better option?
Yeah I’m going to need a video from you on this interior mod and a link for those knobs lol! I knew I wasn’t the only one thinking about cleaning up all of that interior chrome!
You can score film with a toothpick in between wet coats. Effectively making the film thinner it tears in that spot. Some people can glide a modelling knife to trace the shape without fully penetrating the film.
I did a quick google search and Plasti dip products are available out of the UK 🇬🇧 too. I am not sure if they have Hyperdip, but it is all the same company, you might get lucky. I have been using Plasti Dip for years and it is great for these types of projects. Hyperdip is just the ‘new’ product made by them that is less universal and designed for automotive use.
Use a toothpick and score the edges of the 4 between coats to thin put the material. Or if you trust yourself with a blade you can take your time and cut it out
Only on the inside of the red ‘4’ on the AT4 logs. Didn’t cut all the way through. Just scored the film so it would tear in that spot while peeling. Everywhere else was just peeling along the contours and sharp edges. If you have ever used plastidip, it is actually pretty simple
@@Donslife Thank you. I will check out the video. I've been on a search for running boards since my AT4 did not factory installed. BTW. I like your reviews... Keep up the good content. #following
Absolutely it can be! You have to make sure it is cleaned thoroughly and put masking behind it while spraying (plastic bags work). You don’t want to accidentally coat the radiator or other parts behind the grill. I would estimate 2 cans would be enough. Make sure to do the full amount of coats and don’t rush and it will turn out the best that way.
Unbelievably you can not buy that predip spray unless you purchase an entire kit. Unfortunately I had already purchased the Hyperdip on Amazon before I realized that they made a predip. To hell with them, I’ll be using rubbing alcohol.
What's wrong with your paint? When you're peeling the black off, it looks like your white paint has cut lines all around the emblems that are offset above 1/2 an inch away from the emblems all around.
Around the emblems in on the red part….When it is dry. But between coats of the red part I use a toothpick or something sharp to score the film. Basically an outline, so it tears in a nice line. You can also spray some product into the lid of the can or a container and use a small brush to touch up or build up some film in any spot you over peel. Remember that any new layer will activate or soften the layer below it.
To peel it off the paint without peeling it off the chome parts. Did you use a razor blade between the chrome n paint for them to separate without any bridging?
I know a guy that did red. Looks good too. @weir003 on Instagram. I recommend sanding lots and even wire brushing if needed to get all of the chrome scraped down
These details are what make a truck look way better. Your average person will notice that something looks different but they can't put a finger on it, and thats what you want. Its so easy to over do it and this stuff is the perfect way to make your truck stand out.
Agreed!
The peeling part is sooo satisfying to watch 😂
I agree!
I just done this to mine after watching this video. I left the gmc logo all black. I also have the sierra letters which turned out great. Loving the content.
Thanks man! Glad it worked out for you!
My truck is satin steel metallic. With the black gloss mirror caps would you guys think the shadow black or piano black Hyperdip would match better for emblems?
New subscriber….fantastic stuff.
Followed this as best I could.
Sprayed the back GMC and SIERRA emblems. (All the others were already done.)
Could not be happier with how it turned out. Surprised with how easy it was.
Thanks for the sub and watching the video!
Wish I had seen this earlier! I bought 3 cans to ensure I had enough and you used less than 1! (Expecting my Summit White AT4 delivery next week)
Congrats on the new truck! You can probably find a use for the others at some point!
I like you show trial and error. 😂 gave me confidence to do my Tahoe!!!
I always mess up 🤦🏻♂️ Helps me get better! The main benefits (to me) of this product are : It is temporary, looks decent if done right, can be fixed and most of all your parts can go back to stock with no damage. Imagine if you had a leased vehicle and wanted a custom look for a low cost! 👌🏼
Looks great. So satisfying when you peel it off.
I agree! It is half the fun
I thought it was supposed to stick to all plastics how were you able to peel off the center emblem so easily and not peel off the borders. Great job
It does stick to all smooth surfaces. Between coats while the film is wet you can score the spots (with a toothpick) where you want it to tear. Or you can score with a blade when dry to weaken the film in a nice straight line. I prefer option 1.
It bewilders me how the Hyper Dip pulls away from the inner red part of the badge and doesn’t tear what you wanted remaining on the chrome !
You need to thin out where you want to tear in between coats for that scenario. Use a toothpick or a steady hand with a blade
That was FREAKING AMAZING!!!!
Can't wait to do my side chrome
Bonus!
Looks great Don, Really like how the GMC emblem turned out!
Thanks 🙏🏻
The truck i ordered is black so I think I'm going to do all the emblems with red edges, and then black in the middle
Years later, if anyone is reading this…..it’s less than half the price if you buy it at Depot or Lowe’s rather than Amazon or an auto parts store.
I can find you plasti dip lots of places. Hyperdip for whatever reason is way harder to find despite being from the same company
Great video! How long did you wait after the last wet coat before you did the peeling?
Not long maybe 30-40 mins. Just has to be dry. If you can leave a finger print on it, its too wet. It depends on temperature too
Did you just peel off the “red” portion of your emblem or did you have to razor it? It seems to peel sooooo perfect along the chrome /red edge… almost like it was razored first- (I’ve now watched this on and the wheels) my next project on my AT4 sand dune metallic !!! Great video!!
I would take ALL the emblems off. I did that to my 2008 Silverado when it first came our. I put a 12 inch lift with bigger trims and tires. People would always ask me if it was Z71, it was but no one knew.
Why take the emblem off?
@@King_drew well to me it makes my truck more under cover sort of speak. My Silverado has the Votec Max 6.0 and I took all that off. I like to keep people guessing. I have the emblems put away in a safe place should I need them later but it makes for cleaner lines without all that free advertising getting in the way.
Man you made that look easy. Looks great!
I put the can in warm water before I apply. It helps it coat evenly.
Very true. A tip I share in some future videos
Awesome channel I subscribed. Which black did you use? There’s so many finishes I’m confused lol. I got white truck like yours. Help! lol
What color black do you recommend now that there are a few different ones. Love your channel and respect your opinions
Gloss or shadow. It depends on the part
@@Donslife would be for the front and rear gmc and the side sierra at4 emblems
Go gloss maybe
Your channel seems set up pretty well, you’ve done your research. Good luck 👍
Thank you for the kind words!
Looks good how’s it holding up
Still the same, hasn’t peeled. Lots of my recent videos capture it
New TH-cam short out today showing some Hyperdip
Great video, why 10 coats?
I was just showcasing the directions on the can. You can get away with a few less coats but most people that have issues cut corners. Too thin and it takes longer to remover down the road.
Great job. Is that the shadow black? (Satin). Or is that the piano black? (Gloss). I’m about to do my 2021 LTZ z71 very similar. Also going to do the tow hooks in red since mine are black. But torn between satin and gloss.
Shadow black. It was all we had available in Canada at the time of filming.
I’m wondering the best way to do this for the front GMC emblem in the grille 🧐
Similar. You just might have to cut the film if it bridges a gap on the outside
How does it peel like that w/o using knife to cut the borders? So nice
It will tear naturally at the weakest spot. Sometimes scoring with a sharp object between coats can be helpful
Look good I will like to see if i can do that in my Harley-Davidson ?
Depending on the surface of the wheels, it just might!
so do you have a clear wrap on the Sierra? Am I seeing the outline around the emblem?
Yes I have some xpel paint protection film on some of the front and rear areas of the truck
🤔 how well does it last if you can peel off like a sticker. Does it gets chip and wear off easily and can it last through snow during winter?
If applied right it can last multiple years. I have made videos of this
Really like the PPE👍🏻
Hey Don, Does your AT4 have PPF throughout the entire truck? I noticed you have it on the tailgate. I’m Finally getting mine this week after a long wait.
Hey Andres, I have xpel film on most of the front as well as the rear bumper and tailgate. Congrats on getting your truck man!
I did this on my first AT4, doing it again today on my new one. Any advice on peeling the fours? The GMC is easy, but the fours I had trouble with the first time to expose the red
Use a toothpick between coats and trace a line around the edge of the 4 where you want it to peel. This should make the film thinnest in those areas and allow it to tear in that location
How is the hyperdip holding up have you brought it through any car washes with the high pressure water? Do you think this method is better than just taping over the red??
I think both methods can work if you have used the product before. On a side not, you can spray dip on piece of scrap cardboard or plastic and wet a detail brush or toothpick to dab a little material back on. This can be handy if you have an accident. As for the durability - no problems yet!
New Subscriber! Awesome videos Don!
Been going over some of your videos because I just bought the AT4. Just wondering what color did you use on your emblems and on your rims?
Thanks!
Hey Luke! I used Shadow Black at the time. It was all I could get in Canada. I am good with the black satin finish too
@@Donslife Awesome thanks for the quick reply! I'm in Ontario, going to try my hand at this hyper dip. Only bad thing is I'll be doing it in the driveway. Also how's the spacers holding up?
The spacers have been perfect. I even towed with them after all. 8000+ lbs. Hyperdip in driveway is fine, especially with small parts. Watch the humidity conditions and you could also attract bugs. Good luck!
How have the front, side, and rear badges that you spray painted held up? Have they chipped or do they still look the sam?
They look the same 👍🏼
How long does the mod stay? Any peeling?
Years if done right
I would like to see how well Hyperdip stands up to an automatic car wash.
It would be fine if applied correctly. I don’t use automatic car washes because they aren’t very good. But here is a video (and I have many more) on Hyperdip and Durability.
My Cheap Blacked Out Parts Still Look New - How I Wash Them
th-cam.com/video/4r7h8kT_SAQ/w-d-xo.html
Looks great!
Thanks
@@Donslife 👍
Did you have to score it where the paint meets the chrome? If not what keeps it from all peeling off when you pull it?
Scoring with a sharp toothpick between coats can keep the film thin where you want it to peel. That works. Or a steady hand with light pressure on a sharp knife. I have done both. The knife is risky though
Thank you
How long did it dry before you peeled it off
An hour or more should be fine
How long after your final coat did you start peeling the exterior and interior of the badges??? Were they different time periods or both the same???
The exterior probably after 45 mins. The interior probably the same but there are two methods I have done. One way for the interior is to use a knife and drag the blade lightly to thin the film around the edges before it fully dries. Then carefully peel after dried. Or you can let it dry, slowly and carefully drag the knife blade where you want the film to break. Be careful not to scratch the plastic parts and go slow. If you make a small mistake you can use a modelling brush and dab Hyperdip on the spot that lifted. It should bond and dry with the surrounding dip.
Great video! Do you prefer Hyperdip or Plasti Dip and why? I have a 2019 Escalade that I want to do a complete chrome delete in glossy black. Pretty much every exterior chrome parts including wheels and roof rails. Approximately how many cans do you think I will need? Watched a bunch of your videos and became a subscriber!
I prefer Hyperdip for what you described chrome deleting. It is a little more finicky than plasti dip, but it is designed for automotive specifically. Plasti dip is more general use but all made by the same company. Tip: don’t use bug and tar remover on either. It softens the coating.
@@Donslife thank you the quick response! How many cans do you think I will need? I see dipyourcar offers different packages.
Oops forgot to answer that. 1 can per wheel, 1 for the roof rails, 1 for all of the emblems, 1 for all of the chrome window trim if you have it. Practice on the small things first before tackling the big ones
@@Donslife thank you! I appreciate all of your input! Dipyourcar is recommending I purchase a total of 14 cans. I personally think that’s a little excessive.
Seems like plastidip is more available here locally (Calgary, AB). The sites for Hyperdip seem to have ridiculous shipping rates. Think I’d be disappointed with flat black plastidip for badge chrome delete?
Did you damage the paint around the AT4? it has some weird lines around in the after picture.
Clear paint protection film installed by the dealership. They cut it a little sloppy.
Hey Don, great video. I just did the same thing to my at4 but I’m having trouble getting the red 4 to be outlined in black while keeping it red. Every time I pull out the middle of the 4 to expose the red again, it just pulls some of the black off the outline leaving spots of chrome showing. Do you have a better method for getting the 4 out?
Good question; There are a couple methods. You can use a sharp toothpick and score the edge in between wet coats to thin the film. This will allow it to tear in the thin spots. You can also use a knife, but you risk scratching the emblem. If you peel a spot a little more than you wanted, don’t panic, you can use a modelling paint brush and spray some dip in the cap, then dab it on the light spot and it will reactivate the film and bond.
Takes practice, but it works for me
It's all about selling us something. Making us want what we don't have.
One more question. I see in some of your videos your headlights are flashing. How do you do that please? Thanks
Hey Brandon, what you might be seeing is the frame rate from the recording not matching the frequency the lights run at. What ends up happening is a flashing or dancing effect.
I gotcha. Looks cool though. Thanks for responding
I tried so hard to leave the black on the 4 but it pulled it straight off. How did you keep the black around the 4???
You can score it between coats with a toothpick or a sharp object that won’t cut the plastic. Then it will rip in the thinnest place
I think your pain protection film installer was drunk when they cut around a couple of those letters 😂
I know 🤦🏻♂️ It was the dealership. They have agreed to redo the tailgate but I wanted to wait until the weather is warmer here
I didn't buy the kit so all I have is the hyperdip can I just use alcohol to clean the emblems?
Pure alcohol = isopyril acohol. Yes
How did you manage to remove it on the 4? Mine kept coming off the whole number
You can score the inner edges of the ‘4’ where the plastic is recessed with a toothpick while the dip is still wet. This will thin out the film so it will tear in that spot, allowing you to remove the dip covering the 4. You can also score the dip when it is dry with a utility knife, but you have to be careful not to push all the way through the film and scratch the plastic.
@@Donslife sweet thank you for the tip I’ll have to redo mine again. Thanks for the response.
How is the plastidip on the Escalade holding up in the winter?
Still excellent! I made a video a little over a week a go where I did some work on the taillights. You can see in the video it is fine.
The wheels are 5+ yr old plastidip and the the trim is Hyperdip from November 2020. Both are fine, but the finish on the Hyperdip is nicer in my opinion.
Any pearls on peeling it off the inside of the “4” to show the red. I did and it peeled off the chrome also. Now my AT is black and my 4 is original lol
Use a toothpick between wet coats to score the film along the edge where you want it to peel. It will naturally rip there when peeling off the parts you want. You can also touch up by using a modeling brush and spray some dip in the lid to work with
How did you get the red part to peel on the at4 logo? Did it peel clean or did you have to cut it?
Couple ways work for me. During each coat (while wet) you can thin out the edge where you want it to peel with a tooth pick. Or you can score it with a blade about 3/4 through the film. Just takes patience
Did you use a sharp blade to do the gmc cut out or did it just peel right off
I just peeled it off the red part. No issues
How on earth did you get the dip to stay on the outline of the 4 on "AT4" and not peel completely off. I've tried twice now and just keep failing lol. Any tips on that??
Yes, between coats us a toothpick or something sharp and carve an outline while the film is wet. This will keep it thinner in those spots to peel later. If a little bit peels or your line is crooked, use a tiny paintbrush 🖌️ to dab some material back on. I just spray some material into a lid and dip the brush if a touch up is needed
So simple lol, good idea. Done a lot of the mods you’ve posted.Keep find great mods! Been following you since my 2019 AT4. Just picked up the new model and excited to redo a lot of these. Just put on those raptor lights and that’s probably my favorite so far.
AWESOME. Badass dude
You know it! 😆
On the red part of the AT4 emblem, did it peel off or did you have to do some cutting?
Yes I scored the film with a blade (very carefully) around the red border. I didn't cut all the way through since I didn't want to scratch the emblem.
@@Donslife thank you!
Any tips on on removing the Hyperdip from the 4 on the tailgate? I was successful on the other two but the tailgate one seems smaller.
I used a knife and very slowly and carefully cut it out. I just let the knife rest on the dried dip and drug it along slowly (didn’t want to scratch the plastic). Then once I could peel a little, I kept the knife there to cut any spots that weren’t separating. Since it is small it didn’t take too long.
Awesome, thank you!
@@Donslife awesome. I’m going to try to reveal the red on my z71 logo.
Why isn’t Hyperdip available in stores after years of being out???? You have to order online which is expensive to ship. Online is trying to steal the market making it much more expensive effecting how many cans are actually sold.
🤷🏻♂️ It frustrates me too.
Which color black did you use?
At the time only shadow black was an option. It has a satin finish. Go piano black if you want it glossier
Love your vids! I’m a twenty year painting contractor, wanting to do some cosmetic work on my AT4. Just so I’m clear with this process, you did not intricately mask each letter, but just a box around the badge? Then you peeled away what was on the paint job of the truck and you did not have to score it at the badge? So where the badge meets the paint of the truck and the red part of the badge did not require scoring, it just pulled away because of the angle? Thanks!
Also, one more question, I saw you did your wheels on another video, if you spray out the Lugnuts does the paint job get damaged when the lugs are removed for tire rotation?
Hey Randy, for the AT4 red insert, I like to use a toothpick and score the outline of the 4 in the crease between wet coats. The goal is to keep the film thin where you want to tear it. It is a good idea to keep a modelling brush handy to and dip it in some material sprayed in the can lid. You can touch up any jagged edges this way too if your line in the ‘4’ isn’t straight.
You are correct about masking a box around the emblems. The film won’t bridge the body of the vehicle to the emblem because the adhesive keeps the letters off the body. Just peel slowly and you should be good. Use that toothpick for the hard to reach spots and sharp angles if needed. You don’t need to score around the badges/emblems at all. The only spot I have had to is in these red ‘4’ sections.
@@Donslife thanks for the info. One more question, do you have a recommendation for a product to use on rims that is permanent, if I do not plan to peel it? Thx!
@@ronzy417 honestly if you want permanent, I would pay to have them professionally painted or powder coated. They have the equipment to do it right and probably in a day. Well worth it. To properly paint yourself you’ll need to clean/degrease, sand, prime, paint and clear coat. I paid about $150 Canadian per wheel for my BMW 19” wheels last winter.
How much time do u need after your last to start peeling the hyperdip off ?
20-30 mins. 4 hours to cure for what you are leaving coated. I usually peel of what I don’t want after 30 mins once the last coat is done. Waiting longer is fine though.
@@Donslife thanks ... saw your last 2 videos and u make it look easy . I've been holding on to a couple of cans of hyperdip for like a month now . Just don't want to mess it up 👍
What are you spraying? My 3 main pieces of advice are:
1 - Clean the surface of all contaminants
2 - Don’t spray too heavy - lots of light coats only or it could run. You can wipe runs carefully and keep going with more coats and probably salvage the job
3 - peel carefully! The dip will tear nicely if there was an existing gap (like the cars body and the emblem). The adhesive on the emblem keeps it off the body, so the dip makes a ‘bridge or film’ but it is super weak so it tears when you are peeling. If you have a tiny issue, you can spray some dip on a piece of scrap cardboard or something and dip a small paint brush and repair and edge of you peeled to far. A knife can work in some areas but it is incredibly risky too, so I typically don’t use one.
@@Gil4546 also consider subscribing, I think I might do my stock wheels soon until I can upgrade.
@@Donslife Well was going to spray my bumpers. Decided I should try something smaller like the emblems but now it is to cold 🥶 in TX right now . So I got to wait now . And yes I will subscribe. You have good informative videos 💯
How does it hold when you wash your car?
Very well actually. I have several videos showing the durability. Just need it applied correctly and don’t use bug and tar remover on it. Just soap and water. Even a brush is okay
@@Donslife awesome! thank you for your response.
HyperDip and Bug Guts! How I Clean it Ensuring it Lasts! Works With Plasti Dip Too!
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Thanks! How durable it is?
If applied right, it can last years. I have a few different videos of parts on other vehicles too that are still 100%.
Huge fan 🙏🙏🙏🙏
Wow thanks jus in time i was about to pay too have the emblems on my canyon all TERRAIN painted 🤔 is that better than painting the emblems?
How long will that plasti dip last?
Paint would be permanent if that’s what you want. Hyperdip/Plasti Dip is temporary but if done right it can last years. I had a 2013 Sierra Denali with dipped emblems and sold it 5 months ago with them all still intact. Nice thing is if you don’t like it after awhile, just peel it off.
@@Donslife o ok kool thanks for the reply 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 BROTHER
No worries. Tons of videos out there from dipyourcar.com
How many aerosol cans did you use
For the items in this video, one can
Can you use this on the avalanche, the fading plastics on the bed of the truck?
Good question. I haven’t tried, so you could do a test spot to see. I have only done emblems, window trim, grills and wheels. All of these surfaces are smooth and easy to clean for preparation.
Question for ya: When I tried to remove the Hyperdip from the 4 on one of the AT4 badges it didn't release in the crease and I ended up pulling the hyper dip off the chrome. Did you use a razor blade to create a cut to remove the hyper dip from the 4 or did you use the same method as for the GMC badge? I removed the Hyperdip from the tailgate GMC with no problem.
Thanks!
You can use a blade carefully between coats to thin the material while its wet or use a toothpick
@@Donslife Thanks. Toothpick didn’t work for some reason in only this area. I already recoated the 4 and will try a razor blade in the crease tomorrow.
Thanks for the great videos.
@REBooner30 did u ever get it to work? I'm thinking of doing mine as well
@@r23g51r I actually didn’t bother trying. I have the red exposed on the front and rear GMC emblems but like the full blackout of the AT4 badges just fine. Red would prob look better for consistency but given the time requirement for 12 coats I didn’t bother with another attempt.
Did you have to use dip release on the other areas that you didn’t want the dip to stick to ?
No dip release used. The film will usually rip along an edge if the product is thin in that location. Between coats you can use a toothpick to score and trace a spot you want to peel away. That’s how I did the inside of the ‘4’ on AT4. Otherwise the small gaps around everything else create a natural break.
My AT4 is the same as yours Summit White. I’m really thinking about Hyperdipping my grill Piano Black to match the black under the front bumper. Thoughts? Are you going to do it? Why or why not? Thanks
I am contemplating the same thing. I am going to actually pull the whole grill out and see if I can remove the silver part. Then hyper dip black or actually use white automotive paint and clear coat it. I am on the fence. No reason not to do it though!
Donslife Nice. I’ve seen them done white and I don’t really like it, personal preference. I think piano black would be very nice! I’m also thinking dipping around the fog light but not sure how that fog unit would look with the whole thing high gloss. Probably gonna try it. I did put a 2 inch level on it Saturday and the stance is so sweet now. It’s a head turner for sure!
Which level kit did you use and are you able to use the auto-AWD setting? Every other road hear is still iced over so auto-AWD is actually handy
Donslife I installed the AT4 specific Rough Country 1318 kit. Gave me a perfect 2 inch level and I can still access all of my 4wd functions. That’s the reason I went with it. Also after the install all of my factory UCA angles looked great so I don’t believe I’ll have the need to purchase an aftermarket UCA. Actually drove in Auto 4wd in a heavy rainstorm after the install, everything functioned as intended. I scheduled a front end alignment for this week but if it’s off it’s not by much.
I have been considering the same kit. I am glad to hear everything seems good with angles.
Looks great
On the red part of the emblems.. Did you use anything to cut it so that the coating didn't pull from the letters??
Yes I carefully cut the film, almost all the way through so it would tear in the spots I wanted while peeling. Took awhile, but it worked well
@@Donslife ok.. Thanks for replying back..
Nice job, that is an all day job, just pull them off and spray paint them.
I agree if you want to change the color for good. I didn’t want to make it a permanent change and it cost me $15 and an afternoon. I painted my grill and exhaust tips.
Have you tried hyperdip on interior mods? I want to chrome delete the bezel around the infotainment screen in my 2021 SLT. Would a vinyl wrap be a better option?
I’d go vinyl for sure
Maybe I should make a video 🤔
That would be awesome! That chrome bezel has always looked tacky to me and I really think a simple black would really clean up the interior look.
There is a company that makes sleeves to go over the chrome knobs too, but I haven’t looked into it too much yet
Yeah I’m going to need a video from you on this interior mod and a link for those knobs lol! I knew I wasn’t the only one thinking about cleaning up all of that interior chrome!
This dude really wearing a respirator to spray a little plasti dip😂😂😂
It’s a long running joke. I got roasted not wearing one in a previous video. People lost their minds. Take car of those 🫁
Hi. How do you peel inside the 4 number? I've tried to do it and it comes away with the chrome border. Regards.
You can score film with a toothpick in between wet coats. Effectively making the film thinner it tears in that spot. Some people can glide a modelling knife to trace the shape without fully penetrating the film.
@@Donslife Knife? Hehe, not with my hands. I can play maracas without any effort. Thank you for the tip!
@linternasmx 😂 Pass on the knife then
🤣🤣🤣@@Donslife
Awesome
How long do I wait to peel off
It can vary depending on drying conditions. Usually 30-45 mins is fine. Wait longer if you are unsure, but the film should be dry touch
It seems that overseas delivery is not possible and the delivery cost is extremely expensive.
I did a quick google search and Plasti dip products are available out of the UK 🇬🇧 too. I am not sure if they have Hyperdip, but it is all the same company, you might get lucky. I have been using Plasti Dip for years and it is great for these types of projects. Hyperdip is just the ‘new’ product made by them that is less universal and designed for automotive use.
How many cans did you use on the cadillac you did a couple months ago?
Almost 3 full cans
How’d you get the “4” to come out so good?
Use a toothpick and score the edges of the 4 between coats to thin put the material. Or if you trust yourself with a blade you can take your time and cut it out
Did you use a knife for all the peeling?
Only on the inside of the red ‘4’ on the AT4 logs. Didn’t cut all the way through. Just scored the film so it would tear in that spot while peeling. Everywhere else was just peeling along the contours and sharp edges. If you have ever used plastidip, it is actually pretty simple
@@Donslife never used any products like it before, but I feel pretty confident after your videos! Very informative! Keep up the great work!
Do you know if that hyperdip cleaner takes off ceramic coats?
Sorry I can’t confirm that, maybe reach out to dipyourcar.com?
What kind of running boards are installed on your AT4?
They are the AT4 High Clearance step. Factory option. I talk a out them in a more recent video too:
2021 GMC Sierra AT4 3 Month Review
@@Donslife Thank you. I will check out the video. I've been on a search for running boards since my AT4 did not factory installed.
BTW. I like your reviews... Keep up the good content. #following
Awesome! Thanks!
How did you get the line of black off the edge of your ppf on the tailgate?
It peeled off since it was laid thick enough
Can a 2019 sonata sport front grill be hyperdip?
Absolutely it can be! You have to make sure it is cleaned thoroughly and put masking behind it while spraying (plastic bags work). You don’t want to accidentally coat the radiator or other parts behind the grill. I would estimate 2 cans would be enough. Make sure to do the full amount of coats and don’t rush and it will turn out the best that way.
Came out nice
Thanks man!
Are you going to put an exhaust?
Without question. I am in the research/hunting phase. I will install it myself and share the whole experience!
@@Donslife love my MBRP kit. I’m a province over. 👋🏾
@@MrHelipilot which Province? Pre-COVID I frequent both
@@Donslife I’m in Winnipeg, sent you a sound clip on Instagram. 👍🏽
Great video you're funny, but I think mostly or a higher percentage prefer chrome.
Maybe 🤔
So HyperDip or the Canadian Tire stuff? I'm in MB.
Plasti Dip will work as it is the same company just not as smooth but close enough.
Try Home Hardware. They sometimes have it too
@@Donslife will do, thanks.
@@Donslife searching Home Hardware I see Rust Oleum has something called "Peel Coat" (rubber). Same idea?
Unbelievably you can not buy that predip spray unless you purchase an entire kit. Unfortunately I had already purchased the Hyperdip on Amazon before I realized that they made a predip. To hell with them, I’ll be using rubbing alcohol.
Rubbing alcohol is just fine
What's wrong with your paint? When you're peeling the black off, it looks like your white paint has cut lines all around the emblems that are offset above 1/2 an inch away from the emblems all around.
Thats paint protection film the dealership put on around the emblems
Doing this to me 23 at4 right now
Nice! Take you time and it should work out well 💪🏼
@Donslife thanks! How long did you wait until you peeled the excess stuff around the emblems, and the Hyper dip that you removed from the red parts
Around the emblems in on the red part….When it is dry. But between coats of the red part I use a toothpick or something sharp to score the film. Basically an outline, so it tears in a nice line. You can also spray some product into the lid of the can or a container and use a small brush to touch up or build up some film in any spot you over peel. Remember that any new layer will activate or soften the layer below it.
@@Donslife awesome thanks
How long did you wait in between coats?
I think around 15 mins give or take. Watch out for too much humidity. Dry conditions are best
To peel it off the paint without peeling it off the chome parts. Did you use a razor blade between the chrome n paint for them to separate without any bridging?
Yes I did. Very very carefully too. I still didn’t want to wreck anything
Holy crud, are you serious? No rough edges? No touch ups? Just spray, pull and done? I must be doing somthing wrong! Please advise 🙏🙏
Look at this video 1 yr later
Will Mods Last or Avoid Doing Them? Viewer’s Questions Answered!
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@@Donslife incredible! Is wrapping/ dipping your line of work or just a hobby?
Hobby only
@@Donslife impressive, Thanks!
Watch out for bad nozzles get on your fifth coat and bloughfpla.
Keep the cans warm! It helps
What color did you use on the rims?
Shadow Black
I want to get the end of my exhaust red
I know a guy that did red. Looks good too. @weir003 on Instagram. I recommend sanding lots and even wire brushing if needed to get all of the chrome scraped down
Dope 👍🏽