DIY Flex Seal Whitewall Tires

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  • Опубліковано 5 вер 2024
  • Whitewall tires are awesome but are pricey. When I bought my 1964 Buick Wildcat, it had wide whitewall tires and Cadillac hubs caps. It looked awesome! We had a blowout away from home and I decided to get all new regular tires since we were several hours from home. The Buick just hasn’t been the same. I decided to try a DIY whitewall. There is whitewall tire paint, but I can’t find where to buy it. Flex Seal seemed like an obvious idea. We shall see!

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  • @FlexSeal
    @FlexSeal 4 роки тому +54

    A fantastic idea for your tires, and even better video. We love the details and work you put in to make this look easy. Send us a Dm and let's talk!

    • @RobbBirch
      @RobbBirch 4 роки тому +5

      Social Media done right, well done +flex seal! …great vid op!

    • @inocencioquinones30
      @inocencioquinones30 3 роки тому +1

      Im trying this ASAP never used flex seal before

    • @west-texas9806
      @west-texas9806 3 роки тому +7

      Now that's impressive I don't think I've ever seen any other company give props to UA-camrs for using their products without being paid of course. I think this gentleman had a wonderful idea and yes he made the video very entertaining and very easy steps to follow definitely has a like from me. Now That's What I Call thinking outside the box .

    • @colevarela7320
      @colevarela7320 2 роки тому +3

      Everyone is gangsta till flex seal pulls up in the comments

    • @h2orainwater39
      @h2orainwater39 Місяць тому

      What's the update how long did this last and the durability

  • @coldinwisconsin2017
    @coldinwisconsin2017 3 роки тому +16

    HEY JEFF: Any update on how this held up after 15 months?

  • @johnhampton4602
    @johnhampton4602 4 місяці тому

    100% better! Looks great! Love the stance! You don’t see these cars at car shows . Sweeeeet!

  • @edgarherrera5085
    @edgarherrera5085 Рік тому +2

    The existing white letter sidewall could have been buffed out to expose the white underneath thus making them whitewall to any width desireable. Looks good though 👌

  • @A_Litre_of_Farva
    @A_Litre_of_Farva Рік тому +1

    Man it looks totally different and better with the whitewalls! I did the same with Flex Seal, so far so good.

  • @amadeoheron5948
    @amadeoheron5948 4 роки тому +4

    Man those look good cant even tell its flex seal 😎👍🔥

  • @lt.frankdrebin3317
    @lt.frankdrebin3317 3 роки тому +2

    You should try '70s Cadillac wheelcovers. Basically, an updated version of the '57 Cad wheelcovers. I had a set of these on my '56 Chevy and they looked fabulous. For the centers, I used those chrome domes.

  • @painedinks
    @painedinks 4 роки тому +5

    Both sides look gangster, but its the hood vs the barrio. 😂
    I like it though! It looks bada$$!

  • @deano771
    @deano771 4 роки тому +13

    How did the white walls hold up

  • @mitomr.twiceasnice4358
    @mitomr.twiceasnice4358 4 роки тому

    Cool, that should be part of the next FLEX Seal commercial. I put some whitewalls on my Avalon, had to go down from 16inch rim to 15 inch and it worked out for me. Got a video of the Avalon on Whitewalls on my ch. for reference.

  • @josealfredocuevas
    @josealfredocuevas 3 роки тому

    Doesn't look too bad those white walls you did a good job I like them I like them really nice I might have to try that on my black walls 👍🏼

  • @danielflower4886
    @danielflower4886 3 роки тому

    made a big difference with the 63 buick caps .good job.

  • @patb4493
    @patb4493 4 роки тому +4

    FYI, if you sand down the white letters, there white underneath...

  • @johnhampton4602
    @johnhampton4602 4 місяці тому

    I think I’ll do that plus put porta while walls on I think the flex seal might glue them to tires .

  • @jwmustangman
    @jwmustangman Рік тому

    Man it really did help the look a lot!

  • @AndyMorrisArt
    @AndyMorrisArt 10 місяців тому

    Looks sharp! I'm going to try this.

  • @rocketsock4297
    @rocketsock4297 Рік тому

    Amazing wildcat!

  • @GladiusOstentis
    @GladiusOstentis 4 роки тому +5

    Thanks for posting this! I was wanting to try this on some electric scooter tires. I read that paint and shoe polish tend to turn yellow after a while so I was going to try a coat of clear Flex Seal first, then white Flex Seal and see if that kept it from changing colors. I'm sure there is something that you can put down on the tire first to keep the next coat of whatever you use from discoloring. I wonder if the tire clear coat stuff would work if you sprayed it first?

  • @jamalcole1985
    @jamalcole1985 5 років тому +1

    Great video bro. I just had to get new white walls (1.5 inch) for my 85 caprice.

  • @WRENCHSPINNER
    @WRENCHSPINNER 2 місяці тому

    You actually could have grinded on the white letters to make wide white walls 👍🏽

  • @terencemeehan8237
    @terencemeehan8237 2 роки тому

    Looks good to me! Nice job, thanks.

  • @christopherarmbruster6241
    @christopherarmbruster6241 7 місяців тому

    Porter walls have worked 4 me..get a set 4 les then a hundred bucks...the paint only lasted a short time 4 me...

  • @west-texas9806
    @west-texas9806 3 роки тому +1

    It's a really cool idea but I don't know if I'll try it I think I'll just end up buying some Flappers instead. I feel that the maintenance on this might be a little troublesome.

  • @reioXyhi
    @reioXyhi 4 роки тому +5

    Nice vid. Are they still white..Ive seen many become brownish after a year. Eager to read your reply 😊

    • @esschuele6336
      @esschuele6336 3 роки тому +2

      Get some white vinyl dye to go over the flex seal. It will stay white a lot longer.

  • @TURNER4Arts
    @TURNER4Arts 3 роки тому

    New tires will release oils. Better to wait 6-8 months then whitewall them. That way some of the oils can release before the application of the whitewalls.

  • @CaliCowboy805
    @CaliCowboy805 3 роки тому

    Looks cool bro good job!!

  • @seethesvt
    @seethesvt 4 роки тому +2

    could put the wheel on the back, jacked up in gear and paint while the rires slowly spinnig?

  • @THIRSTYGUMS
    @THIRSTYGUMS 3 роки тому +3

    how well did these hold up? a year later?

  • @djsthemetereman
    @djsthemetereman 3 роки тому +1

    I just painted my tire letters with this, I sure hope it doesn't peel off

    • @moistsquid741
      @moistsquid741 2 роки тому +1

      Peeling off would be better than bubbling or changing colour bc you can just try again lol

    • @SurfingWithTheMartian
      @SurfingWithTheMartian 7 місяців тому

      I’m considering painting my tire letters white with flex seal also. I think using flexible waterproof paint is key as opposed to non-flexible oil based paint. How did your tire letters come out? Any peeling or cracking?

    • @djsthemetereman
      @djsthemetereman 7 місяців тому

      @@SurfingWithTheMartian I've since been stopped using the flex seal because it doesn't dry too well & slings on the paint which is not easy to get off, I now use tire letter from app called temu, their letters are raised & I use tire glue from Amazon to install & they've been great

  • @jonphelts5659
    @jonphelts5659 4 роки тому +6

    Thats a white lettering tire just shave it

  • @peteshelby21
    @peteshelby21 4 роки тому +2

    Hahah was not expecting the puppy to pop up in video. But how did they hold up?

  • @tvdinner325
    @tvdinner325 10 місяців тому

    Is there a reason you didn't use the spray-can version?

  • @mr.ogpaint3086
    @mr.ogpaint3086 2 роки тому

    Some guys add Automotive White Spray dye over the flexseal to make it more UV stabile

  • @comment_creator_76
    @comment_creator_76 Рік тому

    Nice!!

  • @untouchablelac93
    @untouchablelac93 4 роки тому +8

    You could've just shaved the white letter and you would have a white wall underneath

    • @west-texas9806
      @west-texas9806 3 роки тому

      I seen that process done and things can go wrong very easily if you shave too much

  • @charlieswearingen500
    @charlieswearingen500 4 роки тому

    Looks great!!!

  • @carloscocojr
    @carloscocojr Рік тому +1

    How long does it last? Love the idea

    • @CulverEmpireV27
      @CulverEmpireV27 Рік тому

      ua-cam.com/video/1ZG1Ve4Gg_U/v-deo.html
      This guy did the same thing, he’s got several uploads showing how well they’ve held up months later and even in really crummy weather conditions.

  • @rodneywoody3195
    @rodneywoody3195 11 місяців тому

    In the rain hold up

  • @shawnloop6674
    @shawnloop6674 3 роки тому

    looks good💯 where did you get the performance GT tires🤔

  • @mr87chevyryder37
    @mr87chevyryder37 4 роки тому +1

    I love it but can you wash the white wall when it gets dirty

  • @yourallbrainwashed
    @yourallbrainwashed 3 роки тому

    Looks better without the caps

  • @steflo4544
    @steflo4544 3 роки тому +1

    How’s it holding up ?

  • @MyHairyChin
    @MyHairyChin 4 роки тому +1

    How has it held up so far?

  • @watto1964
    @watto1964 3 роки тому

    How did they hold up?

  • @ModernGreaser
    @ModernGreaser 4 роки тому +1

    Good idea, hope it holds up for you! Have you ever heard of using spray paint on tires instead? Does it not hold up?

    • @yourallbrainwashed
      @yourallbrainwashed 3 роки тому

      Don't do it. Spray paint usually flakes off and definitely yellows relatively quickly

  • @TylerDylan21
    @TylerDylan21 3 роки тому

    Does it peel off??

  • @christopherarmbruster6241
    @christopherarmbruster6241 7 місяців тому

    I can't beleave nobody is saying...get some porter walls...

  • @anneshirley7715
    @anneshirley7715 4 роки тому +3

    Clear coat it!

    • @west-texas9806
      @west-texas9806 3 роки тому +1

      Now that's an idea I just not sure if the clear coat would eventually ruin the tire. But you know what I have a set tires that are all beat up I'm definitely going to try it on them

  • @lionyleftwich4418
    @lionyleftwich4418 3 роки тому

    Mannnnn i thought u was gluing something on and you done used that stuff to paint your damn tire with it smh

  • @rickeymcdaniel7049
    @rickeymcdaniel7049 Рік тому

    Even tho this video is 3 yrs old,,portal white walls would have done him justice,, however still looks good tho & must admit it's set offed pretty good still...

  • @travistaylor4254
    @travistaylor4254 4 роки тому +2

    How are they holding up with driving on them?

    • @Jeffs_Build_Channel
      @Jeffs_Build_Channel  4 роки тому +1

      Travis Taylor they are holding better than expected. I’ve put several hundred miles in them. They do get dirty easier than the white wall tires, but I just use Krud Kutter and scrim them good.

    • @sydney_nicole
      @sydney_nicole 4 роки тому

      Great diy video bro, nice ride too that white wall really pops!!!! So would you say it’s worth it other than getting dirty you’ve got no peeling and cracking? I expect the dirt but More so worried about the cracking and peeling.

    • @Jeffs_Build_Channel
      @Jeffs_Build_Channel  4 роки тому +3

      JStovall thanks. So far there is no cracking, peeling or bubbling. They are holding up very well. Right now they are more beige than white, but I’ve had good luck cleaning them. For my current situation, wide whitewall tires don’t rank high in the family budget. I’d do it again in a heartbeat.

    • @sydney_nicole
      @sydney_nicole 4 роки тому

      Cool one more thing if you would, what can if take did u use?

    • @sydney_nicole
      @sydney_nicole 4 роки тому

      I ask cause I’m having a hard time basking in a circle lol

  • @harleyholic7527
    @harleyholic7527 4 роки тому

    How are they holding up?

    • @Jeffs_Build_Channel
      @Jeffs_Build_Channel  4 роки тому +1

      Harley Holic unfortunately I haven’t really put them to the test. The car has been down and it’s not been priority.

    • @suchite8
      @suchite8 4 роки тому +1

      Jeff Childers Still good to hear an update non the less. As far as color goes? Has the brown oil seeped through the white wall paint? that’s very interesting I’ve often thought about this many times but never has an extra rim or tire to do it. Might do it as an experiment.

    • @Jeffs_Build_Channel
      @Jeffs_Build_Channel  4 роки тому +2

      Oscar Suchite just sitting in the yard they do get very dark. Not sure if it’s the oils seeping from the inside or the dirt from rain splashing up on the outside. The white comes back about 80% when I clean them up. I really want to try the clear flex seal to see if that makes a difference.

    • @esschuele6336
      @esschuele6336 2 роки тому

      @@Jeffs_Build_Channel how did the clear flex seal hold up?