So I have been in the process of blacking out my mini for a while now. Well, I've hit the chrome belt line. I've seen the belt line tape & I was wondering, has anyone resorted to a rattle can for this? Plastic dip? What's worked best? I only want to do this ONCE, if I can help it! Thanks guys!

Also, I REALLY want to prevent a tacky, cheap look!

 

I love Plasti-dip, but not for the Beltline. Just order the correct roll size for your generation and the matte finish matches the black rubber near perfect. I have had it on my GP2 and my old R53 for 2 years and about 120 car washes. Just go slow and down stretch the Viynl, and it will look factory

 

I did plasti dip on my belt line and it turned out great and blended right in with the rubber as the plasti dip had a little texture like the rubber.

 

Off topic a little bit, what have you plasti-dipped on your mini? Also, any advice on the trim? I've used the turtle wax trim shine stuff, but it only lasts 2 months at a time.

 

What else did you plasti-dip on yours? My buddy did his integra with a lot of it & I wanna see what all I can do in the mini with it! Thanks!

 

I originally did the headlight, tail light, and gas cap, but I liked it matching so I just had the rings and cap painted body color.

 

I've done the belt line in platsidip. The only problem I have with it, it holds on to dirt on the rear hatch like crazy. Gets dirty really quick if there is any sort dusty road. I'd recommend the belt line tape.

 

I want to order some tape to black out my beltline. Where? Who? Probably the same width size for all Minis. Give up the info please.

 

Here you go, pick your model and finish.
http://www.outmotoring.com/mini-coop...tline-kit.html

mQubed Motorsport, Manic Tuning Dealer

 

Thanks! I'll pay it forward!

 

tried to do a search, but i didn't find any thread about this with pictures.

Does anyone know how easy or tedious the install it? Or durability?

thanks!

 

I just re-ordered the black out beltline tape from OutMotoring and they said it's real vinyl application not electrical tape which will pull and stretch. So I'll let you know how it goes.

 

great! Would love to read a review! thanks!

 

hey malibujoey,

just curious to see if you have installed these yet?

 

I am curious as well..........

 

Thanks for reminding me. I have the tape in the garage. I'll post this week.

 

@malibujoey sounds great! Can't wait to hear your thoughts on it!

 

@malibujoey

Hey! Hows the beltline tape holding up? Was hoping to get your thoughts from someone who is thinking about doing this too...

thanks!

 

I've been lazy and busy but I'll go down right now and put on a piece just for you. Hold on . . .

just did the door. works great! watch for bubbles. got a few. micro. oh well. work on the other door next month hahaha

it stretches. I think you should only release the backing as you go. Not pull it off all at once. But it is way way better than 3M electrical 88 tape. Way better. Just go slow and knead out the bubbles as you lay it down. It's not perma stick so you can pull it back off and restart but shouldn't do that a lot. It's real vinyl. Not plastic tape. Good luck!

 

hahahha

thanks for the update!!! Was it pretty easy to do that one door? I'd imagine you don't have to cut the width of the tape, right? Just the length at the end?

sorry for all the questions!

 

Yeah it took as long as it took to warm up the BBQ when I did it. hahaha Don't cut the width. They did that. Just lay it down straight and slow and keep kneading the tape from bubbles. Use the upper edge of the chrome as your guide. Hold the tape out straight but only use one piece at a time. Cut it in pieces to match the length that you're laying as oppose to just feeding it off the roll. You can handle it easier. Read my above that I added.

 

3M/Scotch Super 88 vinyl electrical tape.

 

well. This vinyl is pin striping material. Not electrical tape. Tried electrical. This is better.

 

I blacked out the beltline with Super 88 six years after reading numerous reviews and it has been more than durable. Very easy to apply and replace if required. And to top it off it is very cost effective and readily available. IMO it is a viable alternative.

 

The best results that I've seen are from the vinyl belt line kits.