Hydrodipping!

[Defyant]

Pretty cool process with limitless applications.

Rebs recently just got some interior parts dipped. And they look amazing.

Check em out here.

http://au.toyotaownersclub.com/forums/topic/39134-aurion-transformation-from-presara-to-trd-still-stock-engine/page-19

This is the perfect alt to the dated vinyl option most use now,

I did post a vid here months ago but not much interest back them. But as seen in this new vid... there are some very very cool new trendsetting ideas.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pKuXyeAGzEU

imagine car dipping!!!

[build_jzx]

that was a long ***** video but I was glued to it! so cool!

Where did rebz get his done at? The possibilities are endless with what you can do.

[Defyant]

Cheers Cam, i think theres a place round eastlakes/eastgardens..... dont quote me on it, thats second hand news.

God dammm.... im thinking of getting some Vats/tubs and getting into this :D

[ToyotaFreak]

Watched all 14:03 of the video and I'm impressed! I like how the end product comes out glossy. Hydro-dipping would really come in handy with my industrial design course (Adding a pattern to simulate a material beats spray painting for realism IMO.). Need get my uni's faculty of design to look into it!

Edit: Came across MyDipKit. They have a good selection of patterns, but only ship to Canada & within the US. :(

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TIT0vLHMsO0

Edited December 8, 2013 by ToyotaFreak

[Defyant]

Nice find TF!

yer that kit looks good. It's a cross between the old decals and swirling.

i think it should be looked @ as a DIY application. Cept when clear is needed and in 2k.

[Defyant]

This is the way i like to see it done!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DOczTjE8gNg

[flexin]

thats pretty awesome, yes luke it was me that told you about the place near eastgardens westfields, www.aquadip.com.au

im yet to check these guys out but i am planning on getting my interior pieces dipped.

[Defyant]

i'll prolly just DIY it and do it just as good @ 1/10 the cost :D

[Rebz]

the films transparent. so basically you can change of dark or light you want the pattern. Just put a light base coat ot a dark case coat.

and some good clear coat ;)

[Defyant]

the films transparent. so basically you can change of dark or light you want the pattern. Just put a light base coat ot a dark case coat.

and some good clear coat ;)

Spot on Rebs, hows yours holding up mate?

The clear coat is what will stop most home diy'ers, it's gotta be a 2k for durability,,, simple can acrylics and enamels wont hold up.

Time to blow the cob webs off the old compressor and clean out the guns :) I'm sure i have some 2k clear in stock :D

Merry Xmas mate hope to see ya soon!

[Rebz]

the films transparent. so basically you can change of dark or light you want the pattern. Just put a light base coat ot a dark case coat.

and some good clear coat ;)

Spot on Rebs, hows yours holding up mate?

The clear coat is what will stop most home diy'ers, it's gotta be a 2k for durability,,, simple can acrylics and enamels wont hold up.

Time to blow the cob webs off the old compressor and clean out the guns :) I'm sure i have some 2k clear in stock :D

Merry Xmas mate hope to see ya soon!

Its holding up perfectly, looks brand new everyday.

Yeah trial and error mate, never know till you try it yourself.

Thanks mate have a happy new year too

[linhvo]

hmmmm soo how much did it cost to get the interior done rebs???

im not paying anymore than a leg or an arm

[Rebz]

hmmmm soo how much did it cost to get the interior done rebs???

im not paying anymore than a leg or an arm

Got quoted $1100 from a company.

found this guy that did my 12 pieces for $280 cheapest you can find

[linhvo]

280.....pretty cheap. considering its quite a new process and everything.

[Bangtown]

Getting there.. :)

Thanks Rebz for giving me the idea, I went with a lighter gray Kevlar look mainly because I like the contrast of the existing trim

[prodigy 07]

Getting there.. :)

Thanks Rebz for giving me the idea, I went with a lighter gray Kevlar look mainly because I like the contrast of the existing trim

Me likey!!!

[Defyant]

SEX!

[build_jzx]

Looks awesome. How much did that set you back for all that? Was it done at the same place?

[Bangtown]

I paid 600 but that's for somes parts you haven't seen yet

Same place as?? Rebz

Nah a small place in port Adelaide

[juvenile]

How would this process hold up with external pieces? any one know?

[Bangtown]

How would this process hold up with external pieces? any one know?

is a most definite YES my man, got a mate has had his mirrors done for over a year now, also the guy was doing a whole jet ski when I picked up mu first lot. He said No problem at all man. :)

[Bangtown]

[juvenile]

How would this process hold up with external pieces? any one know?

is a most definite YES my man, got a mate has had his mirrors done for over a year now, also the guy was doing a whole jet ski when I picked up mu first lot. He said No problem at all man. :)

champion, thank you very much, now to search who and where ...

[trentmeyer23]

John, these wheels were done by Aquadip which I am pretty sure is in Sydney.

[juvenile]

John, these wheels were done by Aquadip which I am pretty sure is in Sydney.

Cool, thanks Trent..Ugly looking things ;) that's great because I was curious on how heat would affect the finish. I've seen SR20 cam covers done in a carbon look so if it can handle engine bay temps then I shouldn't have a problem..