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Progress of My 1998 Toyota Corolla

Discussion in '8th Gen' started by DigitalRemix, Oct 15, 2012.

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    MacktasticSlick TRD whore with 36,000 posts, bitch

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    I thought it was a vinyl wrap that is temporary.
    MacktasticSlick, Oct 21, 2012
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    doesn't plastidip just peel off?
    roachrolla, Oct 21, 2012
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    it does peel off, nut it also holds up pretty well
    Machupicchu, Oct 21, 2012
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    Supposedly when it dries after a couple of days its harder to peel off, if any little part messes up it is easily fixed
    DigitalRemix, Oct 21, 2012
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    Oh cool didn't know that
    MacktasticSlick, Oct 21, 2012
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    I think the trick to Plasti-dip is to apply a LOT of coats, like more than 5, to get it on really thick. Makes it super easy to peel off as a big sheet.

    Although I got my first first-hand experience with it today, and as expected, I was not impressed with the finish.
    Goldy, Oct 21, 2012
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    Did you buy the matte or glossy?
    If evenly done it should only use 5 coats,
    Did you watch the youtube videos?
    DigitalRemix, Oct 22, 2012
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    I have no interest whatsoever in using plastidip on my car.
    Goldy, Oct 22, 2012
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    Yes because the doors and fenders on the corolla were top notch.
    MacktasticSlick, Oct 22, 2012
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    I agree with gold, I tried plasti dip, not impressed with the results AT ALL.
    Hummer, Oct 23, 2012
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    It just looks so cheap and ricer. And the stuff I saw and felt was spotty and stickyish.
    Goldy, Oct 23, 2012
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    DigitalRemix, Oct 23, 2012
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    looks like the key is to get a good gun
    TOYROLLA99, Oct 23, 2012
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    ehh, the gloss makes it kinda look like a cheap paint job. I like the satin look of that s4 better.
    Machupicchu, Oct 23, 2012
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    yea i agree, was mainly pointing out the smoothness and consistancy of the coats. no rattle can there hahah
    TOYROLLA99, Oct 23, 2012
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    Ya i think im still going to try it. But ill definitely invest in a gun.
    Machupicchu, Oct 23, 2012
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    Well guys it seems that I do have to replace the clutch, Wish me luck any tips?

    Mechanic wants $$$$850, I said F*** That lol, I'll buy the kit for $$250

    I wish there were more diy videos/tutorials for this car *sigh*
    DigitalRemix, Oct 23, 2012
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    Added: Oct 23, 2012 10:09 PM
    And for $250 i hope you're getting a stage 1 sport clutch
    Machupicchu, Oct 23, 2012
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    It's actually oem, but it brings a new flywheel so I can't complain
    DigitalRemix, Oct 23, 2012
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    Lol 250 $ that's good I paid 850$ for my mazdaspeed 3 clutch with lightweight flywheel , the oem setup is 1800$
    rx7rocket2005, Oct 26, 2012
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    lol the mechanic wants $500 total parts/labor !!
    DigitalRemix, Oct 27, 2012
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    Dosent sound too bad.
    Hummer, Oct 27, 2012
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    last clutch i bought was $80. I guess thats why it's basically ruined 10k miles later.
    Machupicchu, Oct 28, 2012
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    You get what you pay for.
    Hummer, Oct 28, 2012
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    x 1 million bazillion trillion.
    Goldy, Oct 28, 2012
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    It also helps if you don't suck at driving manual.
    MacktasticSlick, Oct 29, 2012
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    Yeah. God forbid you stall once or twice. Le eye roll.
    Hummer, Oct 29, 2012
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    I didn't say you have to be great, obviously everyone stalls or gets a bumpy start from a light, eyeroll yourself for putting words in my mouth. I'm talking about people that really don't know what they are doing, just slamming gears around and riding the clutch all day, basically being a woman.
    MacktasticSlick, Oct 29, 2012
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    When I said that I was recalling a certain conversation I had with press. So le eye roll back for you thinking I was putting words in your mouth.
    Hummer, Oct 29, 2012
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