Just finished mine today, took your advice went to home Depot and got 2 of the 2pack sharpie white oil based pens very happy with the results.. thank you for your help..
I did my tires yesterday and I wanted to share some tips with you guys. 1. Use Tire/Rim Cleaner + Goo Gone + Pressure Washer and Sponge to Prep the tire. Don't let the Goo Gone sit too long it will crack the rubber on the sidewall. Follow up with 1000-2000 grit sandpaper to lightly scrub the parts you're painting. It'll help the paint stick. 2. PAINT THICK and EVEN COATS! Even if it takes 4-5 Coats make sure the paint is bright and thick. Approx 1.5 hours labor per tire. If the oil from the tire starts to mix with the paint marker then take a 5-10 minute break and come back. If you're right handed, paint left to right and vise versa. It will minimalize smudging. WEAR PLASTIC GLOVES. 3. USE SNEAKER WATER PROOFER SPRAY to protect the surface. Don't use clear coat. Clear coat will yellow and also has chemicals that loosen/dissolve the paint. Any brand sneaker water proofer should work. USE several coats, the tire will absorb the first few. 4. Cover the letters with masking tape if you go threw the car wash. A high pressure spray might take off the paint. Might. If you hand wash your car you will be fine. Also. Use the Miluwakee brand paint markers. Some people swear by sharpie markers but they're garbage and can't combat the tire oil. (Oil based) The paint with the Miluwakees is thick and bright + they dry in "10 sec" and they are very easy to use.
I bought the Sharpie paint pen but I found the tip difficult to work with so I took all 4 tires off and cut open the paint pen and put the paint in a small container and used a very fine tiny little artist paintbrush instead. Another guy in a different video suggested using white flex seal instead of the sharpie oil based paint to prevent cracks. I might use that for touch ups.
I will add one more step. Get yourself a spray can of adhesion promoter or plastic primer and spray a couple of very light coats on before you start painting. It dries clear, so you don’t have to mask it. It will help the paint stick A LOT!
I regret watching all this tutorial videos after I've painted mine. I didn't clean my tires at all before painting 😭 even though the tires are all brand new and never been used, I'm pretty sure they still need to be cleaned.
I tried this & not only does it not stick but you have to press so hard just to get it to come out, I wound up painting them with actual exterior paint from home depot using a paint brush looks good, sometimes it peels a little so I have to re- apply.
Never had either issue. You have to prime the tip so that the paint flows smooth and even without having to press so hard. As for exterior paint, yeah not even trying that one. I live on a dirt road and the drive would just peel it right off for me.
Paint pens are n/g no need to sand/grind your tires!! Just clean,use flex seal liquid and small brush.. been doing it for years..paint pens fade,crack...
Interesting, you can get a crap ton of it for less then 20 bucks. I'd have to give that one a try. On the point of paint pens fade and crack, that I have not experienced before. Mine lasted damn near the entire time I had a set of tires. Only reason I did touch ups were due to my dirt road and gravel driveway ripping off small pieces, not sure anything can hold up to that.
I tried these markers after seeing your video. It worked well...until I applied tire dressing after detailing my car the next day. It began to crack and dissolve. I wouldn't recommend dressing your tires if you paint the tires. I prepped the surface and applied 4 to 5 coats. It looked amazing, but after the tire wet, it was a disaster! I'll apply it again later this week to if I have different results.
How long did you wait until applying the tire shine? I've used tire shine on mine a lot and never had any issues, but I've waited at least 24hrs before doing so.
I recommend the Milwaukee brand paint marker, The sharpie cracks and fades and looks not so bueno. regardless of what marker you use, if you don’t use a protectant, it’ll get dirty and worn down either from road grime or tire shine or rain, whatever. I’m currently trying to test a few methods : clear coat, Never Wet, etc. Ill keep you posted
@@officialWWM yes. Milwaukee brand was the best. That + sneaker "water proofer" spray. But honestly if I were you , I'd just spend the money on tire stickers. They last longer, look better and a fraction of the effort. Regardless of whatever paint marker you use, you'll have to redo it every few months and its a lot of work.
@@brandonlew1s thanks for the feedback. I’m in Australia and the stickers for my tyres are $200 US, that makes them close to $300 Australian. Add freight and taxes and it’s starting to get a little ridiculous. I think I’ll give the pens a go, lol.
It's a "Sharpie" by way of a BRAND, but is this an actual PAINT? I'm guessing these pens can be purchased where art supplies/school supplies are found, yes? I've got RAISED white lettering on my tires, & I would want a _SMOOOOOTH_ finish where it would come off as having been ROLLED on, not dabbed on where it's splotchy/bumpy/etc. Will that be the end result?
Thanx for the video!!! I've tried other products and nothing worked. So if the secret is oil-based paint, can one use Testor's model paint ( I think it's an oil-based enamel)? Or how about Rustoleum? And just use a paint brush?
Testor's model paint is (well was when I did models) enamel. I would assume all oil based paints are not made the same. Doubt it would hurt to give it a try.
How did it turned up, im a lefty as well and I was thinking about masking all around the letters and spray them white paint instead or get those big glue on rubber letters. Cheers mate! Thanks forward.
At walmart in the arts section. You'll see Sharpie Oil Based Paint markers. I picked up the medium tip ones in white. Bold tips are a little big for the letters on my tires and the fine point takes to long.
Highly recommend to those thinking of doing this, to remove wheels, put on a flat surface so the pen paint is running downwards. Don't pump the tip on the tyre, have some cardboard handy. Edit: reading comments is see that it's been pointed out, but take the time, it's worth it.
DK Race Team, yes. Turpentine, Isopropyl or thinners will take it off. The longer you leave it, the harder it will be. But it will come off with some hard rubbing. To paint, I use a fine point pen 1.0 tip for the outline. Then fill in with a thicker tip lightly, on each letter working your way around. Then go back to the beginning & go over each letter again. If you go over a wet letter, it ends up looking a bit messy close up. These videos make it look easy, but you can mess it up real quick, take your time.
Hey bro i was wondering i sell these markers and one guy asked if 2 pcs will be enough for 4 Tires ? What do u think can 2 pcs of marker enough to write in 4 tyres?
The cleaning processes should clear up the oil. You have to remember, the tires do sit in travel, warehouses, suppliers, etc before you even get them. I did this to my FRS tires the day they were mounted and it only came off due to the rocks on my dirt road, and that took months.
@@VillainGarageWorks Oh I didn't really mean how was the paint holding up specifically on those tires 4 years later my bad shoulda been more specific wrote it wrong i guess but how long did that paint last before it started to fade or chip or just come off?
@@maniacalmonster2293 well that's a different answer lol. It would start to come off anywhere from a couple months to never (until I replaced the tires at least). With me it came down to how stupid I drove on my dirt road.
Only use about a quarter of one. One marker if kept in the right temperature will cover and upkeep a set of tires for their life time. Well as long as my tires last one does the trick.
Nope. Won't yellow or anything. I've had the last job on my tires for over a year and only reason I re did them is because of my dirt road, the rocks eat at the paint over time.
Ish. You can use a paint remover, but since it's near your wheels I'd suggest just grabbing some sandpaper or scotch pad and sand it off. It's quick and easy.
Just finished mine today, took your advice went to home Depot and got 2 of the 2pack sharpie white oil based pens very happy with the results.. thank you for your help..
It took a lot of detail and patience but it definitely paid off in the end..
This guy is great. Not just informative but hilarious.
Can't wait to do this to highlight the "DOUGLAS" on all my tires!
I did my tires yesterday and I wanted to share some tips with you guys.
1. Use Tire/Rim Cleaner + Goo Gone + Pressure Washer and Sponge to Prep the tire. Don't let the Goo Gone sit too long it will crack the rubber on the sidewall. Follow up with 1000-2000 grit sandpaper to lightly scrub the parts you're painting. It'll help the paint stick.
2. PAINT THICK and EVEN COATS! Even if it takes 4-5 Coats make sure the paint is bright and thick. Approx 1.5 hours labor per tire. If the oil from the tire starts to mix with the paint marker then take a 5-10 minute break and come back. If you're right handed, paint left to right and vise versa. It will minimalize smudging. WEAR PLASTIC GLOVES.
3. USE SNEAKER WATER PROOFER SPRAY to protect the surface. Don't use clear coat. Clear coat will yellow and also has chemicals that loosen/dissolve the paint. Any brand sneaker water proofer should work. USE several coats, the tire will absorb the first few.
4. Cover the letters with masking tape if you go threw the car wash. A high pressure spray might take off the paint. Might. If you hand wash your car you will be fine.
Also. Use the Miluwakee brand paint markers. Some people swear by sharpie markers but they're garbage and can't combat the tire oil. (Oil based) The paint with the Miluwakees is thick and bright + they dry in "10 sec" and they are very easy to use.
I’m glad I found your channel man. Lots of great content for me to watch here and learn lots for my own car! Thank you.
Can I just add. If you take the wheel off and lay it flat on the ground. Then you should be able to get the best use out of the pen. Ps great video
Thank you. What do you mean by just add? Yeah, it does make it a little bit easier taking the wheel off.
@@VillainGarageWorks
It's OK just a spelling mistake
I bought the Sharpie paint pen but I found the tip difficult to work with so I took all 4 tires off and cut open the paint pen and put the paint in a small container and used a very fine tiny little artist paintbrush instead. Another guy in a different video suggested using white flex seal instead of the sharpie oil based paint to prevent cracks. I might use that for touch ups.
I will add one more step. Get yourself a spray can of adhesion promoter or plastic primer and spray a couple of very light coats on before you start painting. It dries clear, so you don’t have to mask it. It will help the paint stick A LOT!
I regret watching all this tutorial videos after I've painted mine. I didn't clean my tires at all before painting 😭 even though the tires are all brand new and never been used, I'm pretty sure they still need to be cleaned.
very informative thank you.
Recommending getting the oil based Sharpie is worth the watch alone!
Can i skip all the prep if theyre brand new not even mounted yet?
Bout to do this with my BFG tires for my RC trophy truck.
Does the sharpie oil based paint withstand mcguires tire shine?
If you clean your tires well (not how you cleaned them, but with acetone) you don't need to sand them.
Thanks man, great video.
Earned subscription
I tried this & not only does it not stick but you have to press so hard just to get it to come out, I wound up painting them with actual exterior paint from home depot using a paint brush looks good, sometimes it peels a little so I have to re- apply.
Never had either issue. You have to prime the tip so that the paint flows smooth and even without having to press so hard. As for exterior paint, yeah not even trying that one. I live on a dirt road and the drive would just peel it right off for me.
Grout pen and clearcoat works the best
is it safe to use tyre shine on oil based paint lettering?
Congratulations for your work !!! How do I make the writing resist the cracks when the rubber is flexible?
Paint pens are n/g no need to sand/grind your tires!! Just clean,use flex seal liquid and small brush.. been doing it for years..paint pens fade,crack...
Interesting, you can get a crap ton of it for less then 20 bucks. I'd have to give that one a try. On the point of paint pens fade and crack, that I have not experienced before. Mine lasted damn near the entire time I had a set of tires. Only reason I did touch ups were due to my dirt road and gravel driveway ripping off small pieces, not sure anything can hold up to that.
I tried these markers after seeing your video. It worked well...until I applied tire dressing after detailing my car the next day. It began to crack and dissolve.
I wouldn't recommend dressing your tires if you paint the tires.
I prepped the surface and applied 4 to 5 coats. It looked amazing, but after the tire wet, it was a disaster!
I'll apply it again later this week to if I have different results.
How long did you wait until applying the tire shine? I've used tire shine on mine a lot and never had any issues, but I've waited at least 24hrs before doing so.
I recommend the Milwaukee brand paint marker, The sharpie cracks and fades and looks not so bueno. regardless of what marker you use, if you don’t use a protectant, it’ll get dirty and worn down either from road grime or tire shine or rain, whatever. I’m currently trying to test a few methods : clear coat, Never Wet, etc. Ill keep you posted
@@brandonlew1s do you have an update?
@@officialWWM yes. Milwaukee brand was the best. That + sneaker "water proofer" spray. But honestly if I were you , I'd just spend the money on tire stickers. They last longer, look better and a fraction of the effort. Regardless of whatever paint marker you use, you'll have to redo it every few months and its a lot of work.
@@brandonlew1s thanks for the feedback. I’m in Australia and the stickers for my tyres are $200 US, that makes them close to $300 Australian. Add freight and taxes and it’s starting to get a little ridiculous. I think I’ll give the pens a go, lol.
It's a "Sharpie" by way of a BRAND, but is this an actual PAINT?
I'm guessing these pens can be purchased where art supplies/school supplies are found, yes?
I've got RAISED white lettering on my tires, & I would want a _SMOOOOOTH_ finish where it would come off as having been ROLLED on, not dabbed on where it's splotchy/bumpy/etc. Will that be the end result?
I just got new tires, will this white marker work on my new white lettering or should I just leave them white?
Thanx for the video!!! I've tried other products and nothing worked. So if the secret is oil-based paint, can one use Testor's model paint ( I think it's an oil-based enamel)? Or how about Rustoleum? And just use a paint brush?
Testor's model paint is (well was when I did models) enamel. I would assume all oil based paints are not made the same. Doubt it would hurt to give it a try.
Being a lefty i will be going in reverse..cant wait to do mine...how long did it hold up?
How did it turned up, im a lefty as well and I was thinking about masking all around the letters and spray them white paint instead or get those big glue on rubber letters. Cheers mate! Thanks forward.
Can u tell me the exact markers u used thanks
At walmart in the arts section. You'll see Sharpie Oil Based Paint markers. I picked up the medium tip ones in white. Bold tips are a little big for the letters on my tires and the fine point takes to long.
nice rims
Highly recommend to those thinking of doing this, to remove wheels, put on a flat surface so the pen paint is running downwards.
Don't pump the tip on the tyre, have some cardboard handy.
Edit: reading comments is see that it's been pointed out, but take the time, it's worth it.
Is there any way to remove it incase you don’t like it
DK Race Team, yes. Turpentine, Isopropyl or thinners will take it off. The longer you leave it, the harder it will be. But it will come off with some hard rubbing. To paint, I use a fine point pen 1.0 tip for the outline. Then fill in with a thicker tip lightly, on each letter working your way around.
Then go back to the beginning & go over each letter again. If you go over a wet letter, it ends up looking a bit messy close up. These videos make it look easy, but you can mess it up real quick, take your time.
Hey bro i was wondering i sell these markers and one guy asked if 2 pcs will be enough for 4 Tires ?
What do u think can 2 pcs of marker enough to write in 4 tyres?
How many pens did it take to do all 4 tires?
I think I used 2
Probably not the best idea to do this on brand new tires because they are nice n oily...? or should i just try and get it dry as possible?
The cleaning processes should clear up the oil. You have to remember, the tires do sit in travel, warehouses, suppliers, etc before you even get them. I did this to my FRS tires the day they were mounted and it only came off due to the rocks on my dirt road, and that took months.
If you use acetone it can actually remove some of the oil in the rubber. It helps adhesion and keeps brown from coming through.
Okay four years later how are your tires holding up? I doubt that paint held up very good
Doesn't need to hold up for 4 years. I've had multiple sets of tires since then. Plus I don't even own the car anymore.
@@VillainGarageWorks Oh I didn't really mean how was the paint holding up specifically on those tires 4 years later my bad shoulda been more specific wrote it wrong i guess but how long did that paint last before it started to fade or chip or just come off?
@@maniacalmonster2293 well that's a different answer lol. It would start to come off anywhere from a couple months to never (until I replaced the tires at least). With me it came down to how stupid I drove on my dirt road.
How long does it last using the sharpie?
Mine usually last a few months, depends on how rough my dirt road seems to be. I know friends that live in the city get months and months out of it.
Any tips on what I'm doing wrong? I just got done with my first coat on half my tire and an entire Sharpie is gone...
Applying to much? First couple coats need to just be light coats to form a starter layer per say. Or maybe you got a pen that was partially dried up?
@@VillainGarageWorks Haha, It must have gotten a clog because it has done 2 of my tires. A total of 32 letters.
Bro do u think 2 markers will be enough to paint 4 tyres?
How many markers did u use for you car?
Only use about a quarter of one. One marker if kept in the right temperature will cover and upkeep a set of tires for their life time. Well as long as my tires last one does the trick.
Actually i sell these one customer asked i was afraid it wont be enough so I think 2 pcs of white will do it..Thank u man.. for replaying.
@@isoooalrock yes. 2 would definitely do the job. Just in case they waste or use more then they need to.
Yes..cuz u dont want them nagging 1 was not enough .tnx bro
Will it come off if you clean the tire ?
Nope. Won't yellow or anything. I've had the last job on my tires for over a year and only reason I re did them is because of my dirt road, the rocks eat at the paint over time.
Can you clean it off if you want it off?
Ish. You can use a paint remover, but since it's near your wheels I'd suggest just grabbing some sandpaper or scotch pad and sand it off. It's quick and easy.
of course it works but after a week oil will bleed thru and make it brown and that's just not cool.
Please refer to my review. It doesn't yellow like the tire pens do.
+Villain Garage Works i did my tires with this pen hopefully it doesn't i really like them
I've done up more tires then I care to remember. Last set of tires on the FRS were painted for over a year and never yellowed.
+Villain Garage Works sweet hay for $2.50 instead of $160 i can redo them if need be lol
What if i try to shine my tires ?
Good quality tire shine will just shine up the white letters.