Clear paint protection film, is it worth it?
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Oops, I forgot to add that we also have it installed on our white Escalade & it is more visible on the white vs. the black. Reason being that when I waxed the Escalade, I should have masked off the seam. This prevents wax build-up which makes it more visible. So, the key to keep it more invisible is to mask off all seams prior to waxing.
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Good luck!
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Actually you wax the film just as you do the paint. As you wax it, it too will get more of a shine. Not only does it protect your paint from flying debris, it also protect it from bugs that can blister your finish if left on too long. You'll also notice the bugs wash off much easier from the film. I would also recommend having the ClearPlex installed on your windshield as well. I think that only cost $135. And the peace of mind every time a rock is flying towards your windshield is well worth it. Their website is clearplex.com
Good luck!
Good luck!
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I haven't noticed any swirl marks. But after it's first installed, there will be some small water blisters under the film. However they recommend you leave the car out in the sun as much as possible & they do indeed disappear. This is the same for the windshield film. I would just make sure they can wrap the film around the edges to the underside of the hood & fenders. This makes it much less noticeable. Enjoy!
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I'm considering adding the protective film from Premier as well. Where I live, I don't have to worry about paint chips or road conditions, but I do have a BIG PROBLEM with swirl marks. I am planning on doing the WHOLE CAR in order to avoid swirl marks all together and keep the paint in good condition after every wash.
Swirl marks happen because people either don't care or don't know how to wash their cars.
if you're one of those that take it to the local in/out car wash...most likely...they don't care!
on a black car...you're not suppose to wipe it in a circular motion!
people are taking the wax on / wax off (from karate kid) concept way too seriously...oh....is that how i should wash my car??? duh.
you have to wipe it in one direction.
in addition...a soft clean cloth...micro-fiber preferred.
wash your car with one of those large sponges from the top down...etc...etc..
anyways...i'm not a professional car wash guy and i know it's not a carwahs forum....
but being **** as well about my vehicles...and having black cars for the past 21 years....i've lived and learned....there are ways to avoid having your vehicle washed and clean without the swirls.
1) wash it yourself
2) bring it to a specialty shop (the one I go to charges $75 for a wash)
regardless...i mostly do it myself....it's not about affordability....
bottomline....no one takes care of you better than you.
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I'm considering adding the protective film from Premier as well. Where I live, I don't have to worry about paint chips or road conditions, but I do have a BIG PROBLEM with swirl marks. I am planning on doing the WHOLE CAR in order to avoid swirl marks all together and keep the paint in good condition after every wash.
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Se my other post on this thread. Yes you will get swirl marks, scratches, water spots and staining from bugs. On your black car you will also see stretch marks where they stretch the film. I am **** about my cars and truly over the top when it comes to detailing them. i would never waste my money on this again.
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i don't know if anybody realizes this or not....
Swirl marks happen because people either don't care or don't know how to wash their cars.
if you're one of those that take it to the local in/out car wash...most likely...they don't care!
on a black car...you're not suppose to wipe it in a circular motion!
people are taking the wax on / wax off (from karate kid) concept way too seriously...oh....is that how i should wash my car??? duh.
you have to wipe it in one direction.
in addition...a soft clean cloth...micro-fiber preferred.
wash your car with one of those large sponges from the top down...etc...etc..
anyways...i'm not a professional car wash guy and i know it's not a carwahs forum....
but being **** as well about my vehicles...and having black cars for the past 21 years....i've lived and learned....there are ways to avoid having your vehicle washed and clean without the swirls.
1) wash it yourself
2) bring it to a specialty shop (the one I go to charges $75 for a wash)
regardless...i mostly do it myself....it's not about affordability....
bottomline....no one takes care of you better than you.
Swirl marks happen because people either don't care or don't know how to wash their cars.
if you're one of those that take it to the local in/out car wash...most likely...they don't care!
on a black car...you're not suppose to wipe it in a circular motion!
people are taking the wax on / wax off (from karate kid) concept way too seriously...oh....is that how i should wash my car??? duh.
you have to wipe it in one direction.
in addition...a soft clean cloth...micro-fiber preferred.
wash your car with one of those large sponges from the top down...etc...etc..
anyways...i'm not a professional car wash guy and i know it's not a carwahs forum....
but being **** as well about my vehicles...and having black cars for the past 21 years....i've lived and learned....there are ways to avoid having your vehicle washed and clean without the swirls.
1) wash it yourself
2) bring it to a specialty shop (the one I go to charges $75 for a wash)
regardless...i mostly do it myself....it's not about affordability....
bottomline....no one takes care of you better than you.
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yep...point well taken.
thanks!
one can never have too much information.
i've been using one of those large sponges that you get for tiling projects.
come to think about it....i didn't have any swirl marks...but did scratch my red ferrari after cleaning the back grill....YIKES!
thanks!
one can never have too much information.
i've been using one of those large sponges that you get for tiling projects.
come to think about it....i didn't have any swirl marks...but did scratch my red ferrari after cleaning the back grill....YIKES!
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i don't know if anybody realizes this or not....
Swirl marks happen because people either don't care or don't know how to wash their cars.
if you're one of those that take it to the local in/out car wash...most likely...they don't care!
on a black car...you're not suppose to wipe it in a circular motion!
people are taking the wax on / wax off (from karate kid) concept way too seriously...oh....is that how i should wash my car??? duh.
you have to wipe it in one direction.
in addition...a soft clean cloth...micro-fiber preferred.
wash your car with one of those large sponges from the top down...etc...etc..
anyways...i'm not a professional car wash guy and i know it's not a carwahs forum....
but being **** as well about my vehicles...and having black cars for the past 21 years....i've lived and learned....there are ways to avoid having your vehicle washed and clean without the swirls.
1) wash it yourself
2) bring it to a specialty shop (the one I go to charges $75 for a wash)
regardless...i mostly do it myself....it's not about affordability....
bottomline....no one takes care of you better than you.
Swirl marks happen because people either don't care or don't know how to wash their cars.
if you're one of those that take it to the local in/out car wash...most likely...they don't care!
on a black car...you're not suppose to wipe it in a circular motion!
people are taking the wax on / wax off (from karate kid) concept way too seriously...oh....is that how i should wash my car??? duh.
you have to wipe it in one direction.
in addition...a soft clean cloth...micro-fiber preferred.
wash your car with one of those large sponges from the top down...etc...etc..
anyways...i'm not a professional car wash guy and i know it's not a carwahs forum....
but being **** as well about my vehicles...and having black cars for the past 21 years....i've lived and learned....there are ways to avoid having your vehicle washed and clean without the swirls.
1) wash it yourself
2) bring it to a specialty shop (the one I go to charges $75 for a wash)
regardless...i mostly do it myself....it's not about affordability....
bottomline....no one takes care of you better than you.
I have a professional detail guy come to my house every weekend and I use a very high end car wash in LA as well during the week (they have lines of bentley's, lambos, benzs, etc all day long) and it seems like no matter what I do I get swirl marks/light scratched in the paint. I would do it myself but I just don't have the time and I don't trust myseld either. I am so drawn on what to do now that so many people have such strong opinions about this. I was all ready to go for it but now i am back on the fence again.
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Here's more info on the stuff as well:
http://www.premiermobilegroup.com/pa...film_faq.shtml
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It is totally worth it if it is done right by a reputable professional. If you want the best check out Premier.
www.premiermobilegroup.com
Here's more info on the stuff as well:
http://www.premiermobilegroup.com/pa...film_faq.shtml
www.premiermobilegroup.com
Here's more info on the stuff as well:
http://www.premiermobilegroup.com/pa...film_faq.shtml
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temp film
Someone needs to market a film that is disposable. A static/no residue film that you can remove after trips or other high risk enviroments.Simi custom cuts of various sizes that are applied to high impact areas
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the material is cheap...All these guys that put clear guards on use CAD programs and have machines pre-cut the stuff in minutes and customized to your car's profile and shape. Disposable or not, the time drain/cost is in the installation.
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This KBG Developing guy is a scam artist. Got quite a few of us with a bogus sale in the classified section. What a fukstick!
https://mbworld.org/forums/classifieds/195943-scam-200-starbucks-gc-s.html
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Just so you all know....
This KBG Developing guy is a scam artist. Got quite a few of us with a bogus sale in the classified section. What a fukstick!
https://mbworld.org/forums/showthread.php?t=195943
This KBG Developing guy is a scam artist. Got quite a few of us with a bogus sale in the classified section. What a fukstick!
https://mbworld.org/forums/showthread.php?t=195943
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I'm confused...how is it possible this KBG guy still has an account on this board?
I agree with your decision Noxin. Make sure your detailer never uses silicon based tire shine. That stuff spits up onto your paint and begins to eat through it. If you have to use it, make sure you wipe it down completely and have them hit the tires with the airgun to remove any excess.
I agree with your decision Noxin. Make sure your detailer never uses silicon based tire shine. That stuff spits up onto your paint and begins to eat through it. If you have to use it, make sure you wipe it down completely and have them hit the tires with the airgun to remove any excess.
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I'm confused...how is it possible this KBG guy still has an account on this board?
I agree with your decision Noxin. Make sure your detailer never uses silicon based tire shine. That stuff spits up onto your paint and begins to eat through it. If you have to use it, make sure you wipe it down completely and have them hit the tires with the airgun to remove any excess.
I agree with your decision Noxin. Make sure your detailer never uses silicon based tire shine. That stuff spits up onto your paint and begins to eat through it. If you have to use it, make sure you wipe it down completely and have them hit the tires with the airgun to remove any excess.
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Should I do it or not???
I was planning on covering the whole car with protective paint and have Premier do the installation. Now, I'm thinking twice about it. I don't travel much, so I'm not concerned with paint chips and flying rocks, but what does CONCERN me the most is SWIRL MARKS on my paint. I hate swirl marks.
I understand that I will get swirl marks on the film, but I would think that the film would be more resistant to swirl marks than the paint?
Also, if I get swirl marks on the film, would it be easier to get swirl marks off the film without harming paint?
If you guys prefer to share your experience privately, please PM me. This will cost me a LOT of money and I want to make sure I'm doing the right thing to protect the car.
I understand that I will get swirl marks on the film, but I would think that the film would be more resistant to swirl marks than the paint?
Also, if I get swirl marks on the film, would it be easier to get swirl marks off the film without harming paint?
If you guys prefer to share your experience privately, please PM me. This will cost me a LOT of money and I want to make sure I'm doing the right thing to protect the car.
