I did a search but couldnt find anything. I know its been discussed here. Tell me what company you went with and whether you like it or not
[ 20. June 2003, 04:52 PM: Message edited by: 35thSS ]
Posted by 35TH ED/ed (Member # 1709) on :
I believe "Hawkeye" had something from 3M on the front of his car you might want to check with him. I think it was a film not a bra .
Posted by HTWLSS (Member # 117) on :
We have on from 3-M, but haven't installed it.
Are you looking for a permanent application or something temporary for road trips?
Posted by RagSS (Member # 1127) on :
By searching for "Paint Protection film" I found this Thread on Chirpthird. I looked into this quite a bit last year.
If you are looking for something more permanent (but still could be removed), ...check into the "3M Scotchcal" Paint Protection Film. It is a bit pricey (about $25 for a 6"x84" roll) but it is great stuff. Here is the 3M part number for it if you are interested: #51141 84906 (from the barcode, ...but the last 5 digits ( #84906) should be sufficient to order it.
I recently put this on my rocker panels, ...you can't even see it and it works great to protect against chips.
ANOTHER USE for 3M SCOTCHCAL... I also recently put it over ALL my door jamb stickers (GM, SLP content, etc.) to protect them. To protect these is worth it by itself. Yeh, ...maybe a bit 'anal', ...but it works!!
Hope this helps...
Kevin
Posted by 35thSS (Member # 1345) on :
Not anal at all. Thanks for the help, both of you.
Posted by Hawkeye (Member # 88) on :
I have used the 3M and the Pro - Stripe / Trim Brite paint protector.
The 3M is easier to apply, thinner and will scratch much easier than the Trim Brite. I've made templates for the front and for behind the wheels. I used it last summer for trips to Ohio and Kentucky. No stone chips or bug problems.
You can Zaino right over it, but after a summer of use it looks a little ratty. The good news is that when you peel it off, the paint underneath is in perfect condition. Well worth the $$ and the effort to apply and get all the bubbles out Posted by BadRag (Member # 1566) on :
quote:Originally posted by BadRag: Heres a LINKY for another one.....
BadRag
That's the 3M stuff. It's precut so very little trimming, but it does scratch easy.
Thanks for the link.
Posted by 35thSS (Member # 1345) on :
when you say it scratches easy are you saying the film scratches easy or the film scratches the paint?
Posted by RagSS (Member # 1127) on :
quote:are you saying the film scratches easy or the film scratches the paint?
...the film scratches, ...not the paint.
Posted by Hawkeye (Member # 88) on :
right you are Kev, the film scratches, the paint underneath is fine. Either product will do the job for you. Just be patient when applying to get out as many bubbles as you can. Have fun, enjoy your ride Posted by T TOPSS (Member # 1674) on :
Just my .02 but I remember when i got my 69 painted the auto body guy was saying how paint was sort of a "living/moving" thing that needs to breath....any thoughts on this and possibilities of suffocation?
Posted by Hawkeye (Member # 88) on :
You don't have to leave it on forever. You can if you desire, but it can give temporary coverage for road trips. It's great behind the rear wheels before a night at the track. My $0.02.
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