Every once in a while, we come across a product that’s so unusual, so ingenious, so… weird? … that we MUST get some for ourselves, even though we aren’t sure exactly HOW we’re going to use it. That was the case with this irresistible stuff (http://goo.gl/iqftDt), that for the past few years has been a well kept secret of automotive enthusiasts around the country. It’s sold in aerosol cans and dip containers, but today we’re talking about the spray. You probably see it in use every day. It’s available in many different colors (including no color at all). This stuff has become so popular, in fact, that it’s become a craze. Once we realized what could be done with it, we had to have some. What the heck are we talking about here?
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Why, Plasti Dip, of course.
And no, it has nothing to do with cheese or tortilla chips.
Never heard of Plasti Dip?
Plasti Dip is a rubber coating that can be easily applied by dipping, brushing or spraying.
Spray on rubber? Hallelujah!
This is the sort of “miracle in a can” that inspires redblooded American males everywhere to start spraying everything in sight – just to see what happens.
Indeed, not since the dawn of WD-40 have there been so many euphoric cries of “Eureka!” heard in greasy garages around the world.
Husbands have gleefully rejoiced, while their wives have shaken their heads in befuddled bemusement.
What makes Plasti Dip so great?
You get all the benefits of rubber coating on whatever surface you want.
If you get tired of it, it just peels right off.
This last point is key to Plasti Dip – you get all the benefits, but without the long term commitment (it works kind of like college dating in that respect).
Originally used to add a grippy rubber handle to metal tools, PLASTI DIP can be sprayed on all sorts of stuff - from hitches to wheels to socks (yes, socks). CLICK THE PIC for more info.
Plasti Dip offers an easy way to temporarily change the look of whatever you please. If you’ve ever seen a matte black car, it’s was probably covered in Plasti Dip. People also use this stuff on automotive grills, wheels, emblems, and the like. It’s the aftermarket modifier’s “secret” method of painting a car in a nonpermanent basis without using paint. It works like vinyl wrap in this respect, albeit in a much cheaper guise.
But Plasti Dip is far more than a cosmetic product.
In fact, Plasti Dip also has functional and protective benefits. It provides a comfortable, controlled grip that resists moisture, acids, abrasion, corrosion, skidding and slipping.
The original applications for Plasti Dip were in the tool business, but once the car guys realized what it could do, it really took off.
And once it hit car garages, its use spread everywhere.
The flexible, stretchy formula will not crack or become brittle in extreme weather conditions. So it’s good in the bitter cold of winter and the brutal heat of summer.
Plasti Dip protective coating is ideal for a broad array of do-it-yourself projects around the home, garage, garden, and RV campsite. In fact, part of the fun of Plasti Dip is brainstorming fresh applications for the stuff.
Without further ado, let’s ponder our Top 5 RV Uses for Plasti Dip
5. RV TOOLS AND TOOL HANDLES
You really can’t RV camp without carrying tools. All sorts of tools, from rubber mallets to metal crowbars, may benefit from a coat of Plasti Dip.
4. TOAD / MOTORHOME / TRAILER FRONT GRILL PROTECTION
We’ve seen people use tape, bubble wrap, and other unsightly methods to protect their RVs and towed vehicles from rock chips and related road debris damage. Use Plasti Dip instead.
3. SLIDEOUT SUPPORT ARMS
Many RV slideout support arms are prone to rust, which leads to premature failure. A coat of Plasti Dip will improve appearance while helping the arms resist corrosion.
2. TOW VEHICLE RUNNING BOARDS
Yes, even truck running boards may benefit from a dose of Plasti Dip.
1. HITCH ASSEMBLY
Spray Plasti Dip on any RV hitch assembly to improve appearance and prevent corrosion.
Of course this list is just for starters. Plasti Dip can be sprayed on just about anything that doesn’t move. Just don’t spray it on your spouse.
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