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03-05-14, 09:33 AM
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Quick question Gilbert, when you had your IS wrapped, did you do it yourself? How much material did you need?
Local wrap guy charges $2000, and I'm seeing rolls of vinyl online selling for around $400. I'm thinking about doing it myself to save some money.
Also, what did you do about the emblems? Do they all have pins in the back that will reveal holes when removed?
Local wrap guy charges $2000, and I'm seeing rolls of vinyl online selling for around $400. I'm thinking about doing it myself to save some money.
Also, what did you do about the emblems? Do they all have pins in the back that will reveal holes when removed?
03-05-14, 10:26 AM
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I wrapped the car myself every time. It's been a while since I wrapped it but I believe I used like 5ft x 70ft. Don't go with cheap vinyl, you'll regret it both during the install process and when it comes time to remove it. I would go with quality brands like 3M, Avery, Hexis. When you remove the rear "lexus" and "is250" emblems, there will be little holes but no holes for the "L" logo in the trunk (at least not that I can remember). A quality roll of vinyl should only run you a couple more hundred dollars than a cheap chinese roll of vinyl. I charge between $2200 and $2500 depending on what car it is. So $2000 is not bad but if you decide to go with them, I would make sure to check out some of their other work. Some shops do really bad work. You do get what you pay for!
Where's a good site to order vinyl from? I haven't done a lot of looking but for rolls of 75ft x5ft, I'm coming up with prices of $650 (3M satin finish) all the way up to $1100 (Avery brushed finish).
02-27-20, 12:21 AM
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02-27-20, 09:25 AM
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I for one have LOVED Gramlights ever since my intro into the import scene. WIsh I could afford a set on my 2IS.
As for your 18x9.5 et 22 specs, the rubbing will depend on the tire and how much you're truly lowered. But likely you'll have some front inner wheel well rubbing AND you'll want to roll the rear fenders.
Do you currently have, or have a plan to purchase, camber adjustments for the front/rear?
As for your 18x9.5 et 22 specs, the rubbing will depend on the tire and how much you're truly lowered. But likely you'll have some front inner wheel well rubbing AND you'll want to roll the rear fenders.
Do you currently have, or have a plan to purchase, camber adjustments for the front/rear?
02-27-20, 10:23 AM
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I am really new to working on wheel fitment so I don't have the camber thought out yet... Is there a specific kit I need to buy in order to adjust? I'm just trying to have flushed look and will consider camber kit if I have to!
I know this is ISF, but will fitment be similar? This is the look I want for my car, specifically with the meaty tires. He's running 18x9.5 +38 255/40 F, 275/35 R. ISF OEM fitment is
Size: 19 x 8 Front, 19 x 9 Rear inches
* Bolt Pattern: 5-114.3
* Offset: 45mm Fronts / 55mm Rears
I know this is ISF, but will fitment be similar? This is the look I want for my car, specifically with the meaty tires. He's running 18x9.5 +38 255/40 F, 275/35 R. ISF OEM fitment is
Size: 19 x 8 Front, 19 x 9 Rear inches
* Bolt Pattern: 5-114.3
* Offset: 45mm Fronts / 55mm Rears
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