WHY No GLOSS Finishes w/ Dip?!?

[@dipyourcar]

Thoughts?

[@TheComputerChaos]

Thanks so much for the explanation. Been wondering if the change was only because satin was more popular. Great to finally get that answered. Great video Fonz

[@chevyhead84]

I dont have any education in this area but I just thought of a crazy idea. What about something along the lines of a tire wet product? They're meant to work with rubber. Should stay flexible. Might have to put a coat on every so often to keep it going. Idk just thinking outside the box a little

[@BlinkkHD]

@@KuRo88 look at dapperdips on Instagram he's currently testing stuff like this out

[@SaotomeNoBaka]

@DipYourCar Honestly. I want more information on the autoflex. After seeing the one Audi you guys just threw paint powder all over it and then sealed it in with the auto flex. I prefer the factory finish look over the matte and satin finishes. Autoflex seems to be the only way for me to do DYC. I know you have to use a higher pressure like you would with regular paint and clears. Even using the same kind of guns for that. I don't have a problem with doing that and practicing with the autoflex until I am proficient with it. Would you make a talking head video about the autoflex and it's ins and outs for those of us who are adventurous and want to give it a go?

[@tluc5739]

I wanna do my wheels shadow black. But u only carry gallons and 8oz samples. So it's either to much or not enough. Can we plz get shadow black spray cans?? Messing with the refillable spray cans are a mess.

[@redsand848evo]

Can't dislike this in anyway, totally straight forward about the products and their limits. Much respect for you being honest and not willing to sacrifice integrity for any sort of profit.

[@paulguerrero972]

I'm also glad Fonzie didn't gloss over this subject!!! 🥁🙄

[@Z28Blake]

When's your next set? Comedy gold right there.

[@zak506]

Fonzie is the Bob Ross of dip. He makes everything look impossibly effortless, but he promises that we can do it too if we try.

[@EmAreDayviss]

Capn Zak 🤣 best comment award 🥇. It’s so true, too. “Oh did you spray too heavy in a section and get a run? That’s just a happy accident. Let’s just turn it into a tree. 🌲”

[@riccochet704]

Solid company values are what drive customer retention. You, sir, have nailed it.

[@FASTSHARK86]

I can contest to this, I attempted to add a gloss finish and it came out horrible compared to the matte finish it was before. I would need much more practice to get it perfect as a DIYer. I appreciate you being so open and honest with us!

[@captianlarry3547]

One of the many reasons I like and appreciate this company. The transparency and respect you have for your buyers is unmatched. Keep up the great work!

[@DailyBeater]

The community appreciates the transparency. This is so far and few between from businesses. Thank you Fonzie, please keep this up as it breeds trust and confidence!!

[@brandonsorensen2324]

As someone who works with professional bodyshops and DIY guys I know that line you walk when it comes to recommending products. Its a tough job. Always appreciated your honesty man. Keep it real Fonzie.

[@hbm_54]

Fantastic video! A company that actually cares about its customers?!?!? Imagine that!! I wish more businesses followed your lead. Keep up the fantastic job. 👍🏼

[@DriveVibeAuto]

This is why DYC has come this far. You are an upstanding human being and you're here for the product, not the money. You must be an excellent company/boss to work for. I wish you much more success and awesome product development.

[@dowroa]

This video was great, but would have been better done GLOSS! :)

[@MartinSh429]

😂😂

[@2mb6rl]

Ahahahahahaa

[@jeangratton2130]

Love your honesty. You now have a new customer and that's how we grow...

[@leonardanderson8072]

That people is how you treat your customers and possible customers. Just perfect honesty about your products and the pros and cons. DYC gonna be around for awhile, due to customer loyalty. Keep the vids coming.

[@darrenwall1860]

Passion before profit, this is what every consumer would want in a business man, truth and honesty dictates where and what products we all purchase,nothing but praise for you and your company.

[@markpinther9296]

I always appreciate your straight forward, no bullshit style. You have always been this way so I would expect nothing less.

[@williamphillips1922]

Honesty and full disclosure is a rarity in businesses these days, appreciate u being straight up with us.

[@kcscustom9759]

Thank you for your honesty. I and I’m sure many others really appreciate this. There are so many people today that only care about the money and will promote the hell out of & sell you garbage knowing that it’s garbage and doesn’t work like it should or promote/sell you something knowing that you are definitely not going to be happy with the outcome. So I’m really glad to see you refusing to promote something that may or may not come out well for us the average customer And only promoting things that you know for a fact will give us a great result that we will absolutely be happy with. Much respect my man👍🏼 You sir really know how to run a long term successful business.

[@leonardanderson8072]

After reading thru the comments one thing stands out. Motorcycles. I just ordered 3 cans of Cranberry pearlizer. I have the black left over from my SRT wheels. I'm dipping my Kawasaki 1500 Mean Streak with cans. Would really love to see a bike done. I know the technical issues with doing a bike but it seems like the tank,fenders,side panels can be removed, dipped then reinstalled to see the finished product.

[@philb707]

Do it an upload it to YT

[@leonardanderson8072]

@@philb707 I will. I'll show a before with the parts on the bike, then I'll show the parts off bike being dipped and then back on the bike. I hope this will inspire someone else.

[@philb707]

@@leonardanderson8072 thats what youtube all about!

[@drifterexx]

Great video, and explanation Fonzie. It is disappointing for me that there is no diy high gloss (currently) but love how honest and open you are with this, and would prefer to know this than to waste money expecting results that I can't replicate. The q and a is a great idea for the podcast too. As always keeping the community part of the business. Well done.

[@garypashley3636]

Great informative video, wish many other dippers were as up front and honest with their customers as you guys are.

[@dillonhennion5859]

You're the man Fonzie. Thanks for always putting your customers first, unfortunately there aren't many people out there who run their business like you!

[@miamimotogroup5371]

I respect you being honest with the quality of the glossy dip. I would recommend maybe more R&D like you said. I’m glad this answered my questions about the glossy finish. I think for now I’m going for a pearl metallic look.

[@Pallidus_Rider]

@fonzi - when you sit down and explain stuff, it really helps to understand. Thanks.

[@WhiteRaven___]

Appreciate the honesty and transparency with your company. Still would love to see some finishes with a gloss top coat, but maybe with a disclaimer lol

[@gregorykyi]

what he is saying is true, I used Glossifier (may not be the same thing; I may be wrong) on my plasti-dip.. and while it came out even (for me that was really lucky) it didn't give the glossy finish that I wanted... as it stands the product is AMAZING! and with the paint scheme that I had planned with my Note e12 (Nissan Versa Note SV) I love the way it came out!

[@plastikpaintz_p2431]

Honesty & straight forward is some of the keys to longevity in running a successful business in my opinion great video

[@mleitner0]

Love that you want customers to be happy more than just cashing in the check.

[@paulhutchinson3583]

Hi Fonzie, thank you for that. It's great to know that you are totally customer focused and the idea of a email question video is great. There is no one where I live who can provide the information and help (if required). That's the problem with not living in the US/Canada. I've researched other suppliers in the whole of Europe and to be honest no one comes close to DYC.

[@lolodenver9899]

Loving how honest, genuine and caring you are towards your customers and with your product. Any chance you will revisit how to do 2-tones and intricate designs such as paint stripes in the future?

[@grinningCat531]

Your honesty is remarkable. Whish every Businessman would deal that way with the customers. I love the idea of hearing more from you and the community throu a podcast or video on youtube. And i think you're right, i tried to do a Pearlizer glossy finish over a white base as my first car and it came out good but far from perfect...all of the problems i had where on me lacking practice...i will do that again but first i'll practice more with easier colors and finishes. I only wish it would be easier to get all your products over here in the EU. Greatings and keep up the good work! :)

[@ninji5226]

Another great vid. I think its spot on that a diy rubberized coating is never going to look like a factory paint job, 2 different animals. The work involved and price to do that work for a good paint job (cause like tats a good one aint cheap and a cheap one aint good) is out of most peoples means. Dip and more so DYC bridge that gap pretty well i think. Even if you could clear dip with 2k, i dont think it would come off without serious effort and cost, so it kinda defeats the purpous.

[@deathangelgaming9312]

Yo Fonzie my man i can tell your a real business man you care for your customers and you keep it 100 with your customers much props my man now days there fake MFERS out there that will te you anything for a sell but you keep it true straight up i like that alot love the video's and thankyou for taking the time to educate on your product

[@johnmannewitz861]

I painted my son’s Mitsubishi Lancer with the performance series sharkskin grey and then added a gallon of Glossy DipPearl Topcoat with 25 grams of hyper silver pearl. It turned out amazing. It took away the plain sharkskin color which looked like primer and gave it a glossy shine with a silver glow. I also added black stripes which the silver glossy clear lightened but really engaged the black outlay. Totally retained the Gloss and pealed easily. (Pealed it at the yard after my son totaled his car). Time for another DIP!

[@julienkrug5841]

Thank you so much for your sincerity ! You are such a great human being ;) ! Stay humble ! I did Plasti dipped my car with a high gloss top coat few weeks ago ! (I did a mat black 6 coatings and then 3 coats of gloss on top), the result is « okay » but not perfect ! I mean it looks very beautiful specially when you re not to close to the car. And it is really really shiny, but when you are looking closer you can see orange peel almost everywhere... and my 6 coats of mat black was looking incredible, really smooth and uniform ! I knew that I wasn’t doing something wrong with the application of the gloss! It s just like that ! Dip is an amazing new technology that bring us the simplicity of changing our cars colors as much as we want ! But the best results are and will always be with mat and satin finishes ! ;) And that is not a bad thing !! Thank you for what you are doing for us all! Keep working on this miracle paint and doing your videos that help us all ! You are the best ! ;) 👌🏼💣

[@DCobra98]

Same for me, I have Quartz Blue with Dip Pearl Top Coat on top and everything was laying down perfect until I sprayed the gloss, then orange peel. Its hard to work with.

[@mustangcop342]

That cleared up a lot of things for me, thank you! I just did my first Dip job, and while I get tons of compliment on the matte finish, there are few people who ask why not gloss? Other than I didn't want gloss, or didn't want to spend the money, I had no real answer till now so thank you again!

[@harlleykvlo]

Thanks for the honesty, that’s how people should do business!!!! I’m a fan!!!!

[@Mystery_Meat]

Thanks so much for this explanation! I’ve always wondered about the gloss finish, you have made me see your company in a positive way with your continued honesty! Can’t wait for more videos

[@TheFatmer]

Totally understand your view point as I blacked and glossed my emblems and it looked fine before gloss... it was my first ever dip so took it as a learning curve (I think I did it wrong as my coats were put on top of one and other before they were dry). Thanks for this video, very useful!

[@patrickm3651]

Awesome video Fonzie. Answered alot of my questions about the gloss finish. I really respect your business model of trying to make sure we DIY guys dont get in over our heads that in turns looks bad on Dip Spray coatings. Thanks for help and keep up the good job. In the process of doing a motorcycle in Shadow Black and Carbon red. It isnt done yet and so everyone is shocked how amazing it looks.

[@Rome7869]

My thoughts......... are now well organized..... this is well put. So matte or satin...... or kick rocks..... to be continued..... the way I see it you guys will figure out how to satisfy the gloss needs of some.... in due time.. keep'em comin.....

[@devonsmith1995]

I think a great way to connect, communicate, inform and give knowledge to the people that may need it the most is doing LIVE Q&A’s. Maybe once a week or once a month. It’ll give the people that truly like DIP to get there questions answered by the person that knows the most about it. I don’t know maybe it’s just myself that think this is a good idea.

[@davidbrooks7905]

This is very informative and personally it increases my trust in your company and it's products!

[@morghankimes1692]

Thank you for the honesty Fonzie!!!! 🙌🏾 I had this question on my mind for a while and you cleared it up. I know you guys will conquer it eventually.

[@synthialester7605]

This is exactly what more people need to know when they are interested in going this route. I have told so many of the people interested in this, if you are expecting this to be high shine and look like the car came from the factory that way, it won't. The fact of the matter is that at the root of the product is a rubber texture and no matter how hard you try. Rubber in its nature can not be shiny for long periods of time without going the heavy duty industrial option, which then defeats the purpose of the product. Many of them then have to decide on either upgrading to autoflex, or if they need to look at real car paint or even vinyl wrap to get the gloss they want. High gloss is one the hardest things to produce in a peelable product. The nature of a gloss in any craft is to lock everything in and not move and when the product is meant to be peeled off and redone as many times as you want, locking it in is only going to create more work later. I personally prefer the matte and satin finishes because they show way less wear and tear than a gloss will over time.

[@ahmadghosheh3104]

Agree and love the chats, keep them coming. People need to think of PDS and some what Proline as Vinyl covering not OEM paint, it will never ever be glossy like a mirror. For that Find a pro Installer for Autoflex. I for one, have dipped many cars using Plastidip with top coat and without. I have never had issues because of the product, it's always me making mistakes and I am learning. I and my friends just want paint protection, color change and to have their car stand out. The OCD folks however, need to go Autoflex LOL

[@lukejohnson339]

I would like to see more videos in this style because I know people have questions that I wouldn’t think of but would help out when I look to dip again

[@PeanutEOD]

I know I mention motorcycles a lot, but seriously, is there any chance of you dipping a motorcycle. A motorcycle kit would probably be about half the size of the small car kit.

[@HisHersBikeLife]

less than half. i did a friends murader 800. mind you it only has 3 pieces and no major fairings but took about 1/2 quart black, 1/3 quart clear for pearls

[@PeanutEOD]

His Hers Bike Life , ok so for a full faired bike like my R6 one gallon of the base color, and half a gallon of of the top color would probably be more than enough.

[@HisHersBikeLife]

@@PeanutEOD sounds about right....you'll likely have enough to do the base colour on another bike as well... my gf and i have ninja 300 and ninja 250 and figure a gallon will do both bikes

[@PeanutEOD]

His Hers Bike Life it’d be great if Fonzi would put together a motorcycle sized kit.

[@HisHersBikeLife]

@@PeanutEOD We're up in Canada so its hard enough to get the gallons....the DYC Canada site doesn't have access to all the product due to regulations.

[@topdollarrific]

Wow. I forgot about the dipcast podcast. It’s been a long time. Can’t believe I’ve been watching that long.

[@zreiser]

I love the technical behind the scenes info! Keep it comin!

[@alansmith2063]

Business integrity, I salute you!

[@philb707]

Just washed my Wicked Wine Wagon, about to apply the wax that DYC sells in my opinion its gives it enough gloss to where it turns heads. Keep fighting the good fight DYC

[@eagle20g]

Maybe add a test pallet with the other top coat options just to show what could be achieved if installed at a professional installer with each test color...

[@SteveBlues87]

I did a pearl blue. Looked amazing when I layed down the matte. I put a gloss on top and I had runs, and cloudy areas. It was so hard to mix and spray as a first time user I wish I hadn't used it. I didn't mind having a matte finish but I wanted to protect the dip due to it being a daily driver, and the gloss coat is more durable and fuel resistant.

[@Kamukix]

I figured this was the reason, and I applaud your approach about it. I do believe that an incredibly high percentage of the folks using the products don't have the right equipment or skill level to lay down a gloss that they would truly be happy with. I hope that people understand this and seek out the knowledge and practice to get on a level where they can do so though, it's definitely not cheap to do, but it's worth it if you gain a skill that can be used many many many times in the future. I know it's not the answer most people want to hear, but it's the honest truth and in the end it'll make them better. It's the same reason why Autoflex is not sold to just anyone, if you don't know what you're doing......man that can be a very very bad very very expensive day.

[@mikestringer8761]

Just found your channel. I like your demos and explinations. I liked this sit down and discuss format.

[@kuromurasakizero9515]

I bet a lot of us wish we could get down to a custom color we like, then have a professional like you to do the car right for us, matte, satin, or gloss ... flake, pearl, shifts, etc. I'm definitely considering something purple, like dodge's plum crazy, which I think your HKS Purple is close to, but want it to pop a bit more. Amethyst base with HKS Purple, and a mild purple pearl gloss clear? I do agree with one of the ending statements, you see gloss all over; it is nice to see matte and satin finishes done well.

[@Tangent360]

The one question I've never seen an answer to: Does Dip interfere with Comfort Access systems where you touch a part of the door handle to lock/unlock the car? Not the ones with a physical button to push, but the ones that rely on contact alone.

[@Lobo_cafetero]

They never seem to respond

[@Sparky-2036]

My dream car is a Maserati. After seeing the face of a company come out and make a video explaining that customer satisfaction is more important than just profit, my dream car is now a dipped Maserati.

[@BrandonLeeBosch]

-This level of honesty is so refreshing, thank you for keeping it real. Respect!

[@DOHCCordia]

In my case I know its difficult to lay down the clear. But im also that guy that would rather just drop my car off for an AutoFlex coating anyway. So would love to see some of the more popular colors done in an Autoflex. Especially Persian blue! lol

[@159648sentile]

@DipYourCar what about Topaz Skin? Those guys in the UK are taking it to the next level. Too expensive for DIY but an interesting start if it could be done cheaper.

[@TheBaccaClench]

Please please please make a video on how you guys take care of the jambs

[@xdivineHART]

Jambs?

[@liveyourbestlife3785]

You should show what it's like trying to care for satin or flat paint work. My experience has been it's a fingerprint/grease and dust magnet

[@ThePathego]

Destiny is Life use dipcoat spray

[@nemui_tora]

When the technology of dip products is able to deliver that near factory gloss, i'll be getting new colors every month. fact

[@SuperCripple]

Loved the video. Only thing that got me confused is the choice in green screen backdrop.

[@preheatedbadger]

If you're going to do DipCast style videos where you answer questions, I would like to also see customer DIY cars too. Customers can send in high quality pics of their dipped cars and you can showcase them off. Might even find some new combos this way.

[@phillipblackmon2604]

Great explanation! I've been wanting to dip my motorcycle in nardo grey. I would love a gloss, but now I understand why the satin finish for that color. Thanks!

[@slow_rednline4874]

@@DelCalloway duh..why would you spray it directly on paint anyway..wtf

[@danielryan7923]

Your the best bro You made that very understandable an answered alot of question about the subject thank you. And yes I would love to see more of this format videos .

[@jamespayne9410]

Great video man! Keeping all of us informed! One day, we will get a gloss finish we all love, maybe even work on getting a peelable chrome out there 😁

[@zero.prductions1844]

What about cutting then buffing the topcoat?

[@ozbolder]

Your integrity is admirable you don’t see that in a lot of businesses. I appreciate you taking the time to explain your thoughts openly with us.

[@nathanquillen297]

Have a new color.. XL speed shapes taped off with a 1/3 of matte, 1/3 semi-gloss, 1/3 of gloss. Is it more work for you, yeah but you get 3 birds with one stone and everyone can make their own judgement. To add though not wanting to sell Top Coat due to user error is like not wanting to sell any dip period because of the possibility of tiger stripes from user error.

[@chrisncars317]

Thanks for being honest and explaining

[@TheTreadLife_]

Another great video. Always appreciate your time Fonz

[@andrewscott2090]

You guys are doing a good job keep up the good work

[@26hurban]

I love this type of video! I’ve never sprayed anything but a piece of plywood with a can of spray paint🙈. Where do I go from here? I don’t want a glossy finish. I like the flat/satin finishes. Thank you a lot for taking the time to explain things.

[@Broadpaw_Fox]

they have a video on this... kzbin.info/www/bejne/hYKrgIB-p5aHmbc ;)

[@Yourcommentwasretrded]

What about all the new sprayable wraps these days that are able to be buffed and are gloss as oem, that can still be peeled?

[@gregeersteling949]

I think that first picture shown of the S7 looks great, but I am looking for a camillion paint job. Similar to the S7 that you have in display.

[@Stormrunner0002]

Translucent tints. Candies. Loking to do a camo design, or flames, or any design, then clear coat over it with a candie to change the effect.

[@Broadpaw_Fox]

They had this. Not sure if they're still there, but look for 'juices' on the site - they're translucent tints for the top coat gallons. For a video using them, find the 'worlds most purple car' or something like that. Purple tint with aggressive purple pearls. Was gorgeous, if a little loud. ;) But you should be able to mix the juices and make various tints to cover different base coats. Just a word of warning though based on this video - you might want to include some pearls in that tinted top coat to help make it lay down nice. What he's saying in this vid is that the top coat itself is finicky to spray correctly without the pearls in it - tends to orangepeel a lot. The pearls help to even it out.

[@traviscecil3903]

A good business is always looking for more money. A great business is always looking for good money. You, sir, look to be a great business.

[@jvb21]

Thank you for your honesty!

[@rockyduka26]

Not opened but i only question is why you do not top coat the car and no buffing

[@keithprinn6900]

great honest explanation

[@leonardanderson8072]

This video should be s.o.p for companies who want to connect with their customers and build good customer base. Let alone a LOYAL customer base. After watching this all the way thru, say this is excellent.

[@stevol2006]

My only issue is that motor oil isn't available in Canada lol. Other than that keep on course my friend. Great content as always.

[@carson535]

Can you do a heavy/multiple coats of wax on a satin finish and buff it closer to gloss?

[@wayneh1421]

Honesty is good for business thanks

[@vdglife]

Great video but I personally would have liked to see examples of what you were talking about. Showing how it can go wrong would have been great to see with the explanation. Some people might be fine with a slightly imperfect finish but glossy, others might not. Or it can show as being completely disastrous. As of this video it still leaves a bunch of questions. Examples would probably help answer many of these questions.

[@Unknown--error]

Off-topic but when you dip a whole car like Ive seen in your videos, how do you get the entire 360 surface of the door handle? I dont think I have seen you try and aim the spray to the backside of the door handle. Or do you just ignore that hidden spot.

[@sabastiangipson8163]

Okay what about this would it work if you did the normal dip process and then put the clear coat like you would when you paint a car take that clear coat and put it down glossy on top of the dip would that work

[@jasongiese6602]

What about using like a glossifier in the top coat would that get a gloss finish?

[@darebear6587]

You can supershift color do a cut n buff then clear coat. It would like soooooo much better

[@poochiecoochie6497]

Sounds very sensible to me thanks for the video! Fonzie what did you do before you started diy? Where do you think you would be in life if you didn’t get into this ?

[@chrisboyd4433]

What color/finish was on the Evo near the end of the video? The blue one?

[@DCobra98]

I think that was the Carbon Blue in Shadow Black. It's a beautiful blue!

[@sixwhip14]

Good video. Even I was tempted to try a more glossy topcoat finish. I know my skill isn't there and I'm glad I didn't try.

[@TOTALLYFLIPPED]

What happens if you put normal 2k clear coat on a dipped car.

[@tealtree4019]

Have you guys try putting the gloss top coat In to the base paint and spray as a single stage

[@goatmonkey2112]

Do you have any videos where you took a silver metallic finish that you would normally put on wheels and sprayed an entire car with it?

[@salvadordelgado2434]

I personally like the hypershift matte just because of how common glossy finish is