05-21-2016, 06:59 PM | #1 |
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Paint Protection Film
I have my car booked in for Paint Protection Film later this week. I intend to have the front bumper, wings/fenders, full bonnet/hood and mirrors covered.
I was just wondering if anyone who has done any mileage in their car has any advice on any other areas to have covered? I was wondering if the film the manufacturer has applied forward of the rear wheelarch was sufficient? I was thinking of perhaps getting the sills/rockers done too? Also, the lower rear bumper/fender area behind the wheels? I would be grateful to hear if there are any other areas I should specify for protection. Covering the whole car is not an option due to cost. Thanks. Last edited by Durham M2 CS; 05-21-2016 at 07:08 PM.. |
05-21-2016, 07:07 PM | #2 |
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Out of curiosity, how long do you intend to keep your car for? I'm considering PPF for the front bumper only. In had my last car for 13 years (350Z) and the front bumper was the only place that needed PPF. in never did it though.
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05-21-2016, 07:14 PM | #3 | |
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I've never had PPF before. But I feel quite precious about this car. Last edited by Durham M2 CS; 05-21-2016 at 07:22 PM.. |
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05-21-2016, 09:29 PM | #4 | |
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I intend on keeping my car for at least 5-10 years (depends if my hankering on getting a Porsche can be contained, lol). |
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05-22-2016, 05:19 AM | #5 | |
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Also, do you consider the factory film on the rear fenders does not extend high enough? Last edited by Durham M2 CS; 05-22-2016 at 05:26 AM.. |
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05-22-2016, 09:47 AM | #6 | |
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There are a bunch of different solutions including Road Wrap, Trac Wrap (Xpel product but expensive), 3M painters tape, and spray on solutions such as Road Warrior or the 3M spray on solution. I only had to go 40 miles, so I probably could have got away with having no protection on the front, but make sure that you cover the areas behind the tires, so the paint doesn't chip before you get the car wrapped. As for the rear fenders, my installer recommended getting the fenders reapplied a bit higher up (like Porsche 911s) due to rock chips flying up and hitting right above the area the factory film sits. I went to the middle of the arch - I'll try to find a picture. Picture of the temporary wrap that I used: Picture of rear fender: |
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05-22-2016, 04:21 PM | #7 |
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I will also be talking with my installer about the rear fenders. I'll be taking extra care on the journey, but I'm sure it will be nerve wracking until we arrive hopefully unscathed! |
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