Protective Paint Film Questions, Comments, Concerns
08-12-10, 04:44 PM
#16
Yes you see the edge of the 3M film. You have to be looking for it though. As long as it is kept clean and waxed, you will not notice much. And you only notice the seam when you are up close, otherwise everything truly looks invisible. Once again, I feel as if this is a great investment for your car if you are the meticulous type who has to have a perfect looking vehicle.
As a note, I only have 2 small chips on my Lincoln LS after 4 years. I assume they must have been pretty decent size rocks to puncture through the film.
As a note, I only have 2 small chips on my Lincoln LS after 4 years. I assume they must have been pretty decent size rocks to puncture through the film.
08-07-13, 12:47 PM
#17
Got my first rock ding on the plastic front bumper
Dang. it torn into it a little.
Questions:
1) Anyone get a clear bra for their 460? If so, which brand and how much. Thinking of just doing the bumper.
2) Anyway to fix it if it is in the front bumper plastic part near the front parking sensors...
Questions:
1) Anyone get a clear bra for their 460? If so, which brand and how much. Thinking of just doing the bumper.
2) Anyway to fix it if it is in the front bumper plastic part near the front parking sensors...
08-07-13, 02:19 PM
#18
I have the 3M clear film, dealer charged me $495.00 for the bumper, hood and mirrors.
08-07-13, 04:01 PM
#20
I had a custom clear bra (3M Ventureshield) installed. It took 9 hours. The reason I went with a custom bra was because the computer generated pattern had too many visible seams (and the recommendation of my installer). The custom (no computer generated pattern) one piece front end bra has only two small seams behind the headlight washers (barely noticeable). The most important factor in getting a clear bra is using a highly skilled and experienced installer. The installer I used has been a 3M certified installer for 17 years. He is so meticulous and skilled in every aspect of the install he makes it look so easy. I call him the plastic surgeon of clear bra’s. Anyway, I had the whole front end done which includes the front bumper, headlights, fogs and headlight washer covers and running boards. I included the hood (mild bikini cut) and front fenders to the middle of the front wheel wells. I also had the door handle wells, side mirrors, gas tank lid and back bumper done. I had my IS done 7 years ago and it still looks great (no dings/chips at all).
http://solutions.3m.com/wps/portal/3...ield-Consumer/
Koz
http://solutions.3m.com/wps/portal/3...ield-Consumer/
Koz
08-07-13, 04:54 PM
#21
Lead Lap
I have the hood, bumper, front part of quarter panels, mirrors, headlights, fogs and door edges. I always get it done for all of my cars for the past 10 years. I got the computer cut one as I didn't know at the time that it would be in two pieces as opposed to one piece like Koz has since my old GX, LS, IS' and Viper were all one piece. Not a big deal but had I known beforehand I would have had it custom cut as well.
08-07-13, 10:03 PM
#22
Maybe go to a detailer or body shop first and get the chip fixed then clear bra over it. I've had Ventureshield on my last three cars and don't think I'll ever go without it again - or some form of paint protection. I get the front bumper, all lights, mirrors, full hood, and partial fenders covered. On our latest vehicle I also go the A pillers, rear bumper lip, and about the first 5" of the roof covered. Like Koz's experience, this install is always a full day. Price wise, it's been $1,200+.
If you like seeing paint on your front end, it's worth it!
If you like seeing paint on your front end, it's worth it!
08-09-13, 11:42 AM
#24
Racer
08-09-13, 03:32 PM
#25
08-12-13, 06:37 PM
#26
Lexus Champion
I had a custom clear bra (3M Ventureshield) installed. It took 9 hours. The reason I went with a custom bra was because the computer generated pattern had too many visible seams (and the recommendation of my installer). The custom (no computer generated pattern) one piece front end bra has only two small seams behind the headlight washers (barely noticeable). The most important factor in getting a clear bra is using a highly skilled and experienced installer. The installer I used has been a 3M certified installer for 17 years. He is so meticulous and skilled in every aspect of the install he makes it look so easy. I call him the plastic surgeon of clear bra’s. Anyway, I had the whole front end done which includes the front bumper, headlights, fogs and headlight washer covers and running boards. I included the hood (mild bikini cut) and front fenders to the middle of the front wheel wells. I also had the door handle wells, side mirrors, gas tank lid and back bumper done. I had my IS done 7 years ago and it still looks great (no dings/chips at all).
http://solutions.3m.com/wps/portal/3...ield-Consumer/
Koz
http://solutions.3m.com/wps/portal/3...ield-Consumer/
Koz
08-13-13, 07:35 AM
#28
Lead Lap
^^ Because having to pay for the clear bra twice sucks. I had it put on the rear bumper of my old LS thinking that it might save it from some donkey bumping me with the front license plate screws or some other small scrapes on the corners if I were to back into anything. Well within a month of getting my old LS, I pulled through a space to park facing out and when I returned someone bumped me pretty good (and left of course). No scratches or scuffs but there was a footlong crease in my perfect rear bumper that I got fixed and then clear bra'd again.
08-13-13, 08:33 AM
#30
^^ Because having to pay for the clear bra twice sucks. I had it put on the rear bumper of my old LS thinking that it might save it from some donkey bumping me with the front license plate screws or some other small scrapes on the corners if I were to back into anything. Well within a month of getting my old LS, I pulled through a space to park facing out and when I returned someone bumped me pretty good (and left of course). No scratches or scuffs but there was a footlong crease in my perfect rear bumper that I got fixed and then clear bra'd again.
Koz