Mask the Vehicle

What happens here

Carefully mask off all areas of the car that should not be painted. Use large plastic sheeting or trash bags to cover the car's body panels, fender wells, and any adjacent parts. Use green painter's tape to secure the plastic and to create a clean line around the rims where the tire meets the wheel. For the brake calipers and rotors, crumple paper or small plastic bags and tuck them tightly behind the spokes to completely shield them from overspray. The video suggests leaving the tire on, but it is highly recommended to physically remove the wheels from the car for much easier and more effective masking and painting.

Goal: Protect car body, tires, calipers, and rotors from overspray.