Plastidip Headlight Housing???

Jazza2894 · 01-04-2017, 02:45 AM

I just received my led concepts halo lights. To install them I'm going to have to open the headlights. While I have them open I'm going to black out the housing inside the headlight.

My question is, would using plastidip be a wise idea? I'm afraid to use normal paint as in Australia I know people who have been defected for blacking out headlights. So I was thinking plastidip just in case I ever do have to remove it.

Plastidip?
Any other suggestions?

DonnieDikbut · 01-04-2017, 05:15 AM

isn't the defect usually for smoking them out? if you're just painting the inner housing black shouldn't be an issue. would like to know also though coz i wanna do mine in gold :P

Jayhovah · 01-04-2017, 09:33 AM

Plastidip is probably a fine choice as long as you prep the surface properly (thorough cleaning with alcohol).

Overtime though, the dip will loose its "dipness" and become more and more difficult to remove, particularly with the heat from the headlight so you will want to spray it on extra thick to counteract this.

I would probably just paint it for fear of the dip starting to peel on me or something and having to open the lights back up to fix it.

SouthArk370Z · 01-04-2017, 10:30 AM

According to the Plastidip web site: "Proven in temperatures from -30°F to 200°F"

I'd say Plastidip would be a poor choice for headlights. Especially given the tendency of manufacturers to exaggerate their specs. YMMV

madeinjapan · 01-04-2017, 10:46 AM

it will melt

Jayhovah · 01-04-2017, 11:00 AM

Do they sell the '15+ Nismo with black housing headlights there? If so, just paint it and tell the officer you bought those.

madeinjapan · 01-04-2017, 11:02 AM

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Originally Posted by DonnieDikbut

isn't the defect usually for smoking them out? if you're just painting the inner housing black shouldn't be an issue. would like to know also though coz i wanna do mine in gold :P

Jazza2894 · 01-04-2017, 02:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jayhovah

Do they sell the '15+ Nismo with black housing headlights there? If so, just paint it and tell the officer you bought those.

Are you to link me to these so i can keep it on me?

madeinjapan · 01-04-2017, 02:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jazza2894

Are you to link me to these so i can keep it on me?

Jazza2894 · 01-04-2017, 02:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DonnieDikbut

isn't the defect usually for smoking them out? if you're just painting the inner housing black shouldn't be an issue. would like to know also though coz i wanna do mine in gold :P

That's i would assume. But ive heard if you paint out the reflective parts of the headlights, only then is it an issue

Jazza2894 · 01-04-2017, 02:12 PM

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Originally Posted by madeinjapan

Thanks mate. Thats exactly how i plan on painting mine (except black out the amber part as well)

axmea? · 01-04-2017, 02:49 PM

Nooooooo. Long term with the temp changes it'll be crusty. Just use good quality paint.

ZeroZeta · 01-05-2017, 10:24 PM

OP found a shop in South Australia that does headlight customization.

https://www.facebook.com/LoudzCreations/

No Plastidip and since you already have the LEDs might be worth your time to contact them or similar shop to see what they will charge for labor.

01-04-2017, 02:45 AM	#1 (permalink)
Jazza2894 Base Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: Australia Posts: 16 Drives: '10 Nissan 370z Rep Power: 8	Plastidip Headlight Housing??? I just received my led concepts halo lights. To install them I'm going to have to open the headlights. While I have them open I'm going to black out the housing inside the headlight. My question is, would using plastidip be a wise idea? I'm afraid to use normal paint as in Australia I know people who have been defected for blacking out headlights. So I was thinking plastidip just in case I ever do have to remove it. Plastidip? Any other suggestions?

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DonnieDikbut Base Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Melbourne Posts: 9 Drives: 2015 370z SW 7AT Rep Power: 8	isn't the defect usually for smoking them out? if you're just painting the inner housing black shouldn't be an issue. would like to know also though coz i wanna do mine in gold :P madeinjapan likes this.

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SouthArk370Z Premium Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: South Arkansas Posts: 8,435 Drives: 2014 Challenger Rep Power: 324197	According to the Plastidip web site: "Proven in temperatures from -30°F to 200°F" I'd say Plastidip would be a poor choice for headlights. Especially given the tendency of manufacturers to exaggerate their specs. YMMV __________________ Steering Lock Links - Search The370Z Bookmarklet - FSM @ NICOclub Mankind has progressed past the need for war but we haven't evolved that far. - NachoMahma

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ZeroZeta Track Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Austin TX Posts: 543 Drives: 2013 Z Rep Power: 12	OP found a shop in South Australia that does headlight customization. https://www.facebook.com/LoudzCreations/ No Plastidip and since you already have the LEDs might be worth your time to contact them or similar shop to see what they will charge for labor. Jazza2894 likes this.

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