Paintless Dent Repair & Vehicle Wraps
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Anyone know a place for me to learn how to do PDR? Paintless Dent Removal. If someone could give me a lead i would greatly appreciate it. I will travel cross country if I have to.
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Hello, does anybody know a name of this awesome wrap? Thanks. 😀
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Design, cut, wrap and tint. 3m Gloss Liquid Copper over factory black paint. Global HP30 on the front. Had to hold back on posting until today. It's being released and displayed at the GoPro Games this weekend.
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for those that see PPF after 1 year, 2 year, etc The self healing in PPF afaik, is a top coat. Akin, to clear coat, as once the topcoat of the self heal is diminished, it's just *ppf* With summer underway, super sticky summer rubber that kicks back everything on the lower door panels What is the effect of rock chips on self heal on PPF over the long term. Will it just look peppered after 2-3 years depending obviously on time/mielage and how much debris in thrown at in (strictly asking on the self heal ppf). The older ppf just looks (salt and peppered ish). Or sofar, from you pro's have seen, the self heal still looks pretty go…
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I've been tinting for a few years now and starting to get into wrapping vehicles. what brand vinyl do you guys suggest that would be a good bang for the buck to just get here and there to do hoods, roofs, and eventually work up to full vehicles? cheers!!
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Thought I would put some fresh energy in this corner of the forum. This was a sweet goose egg when I started. Went around and freshened up the rest of the pannels after the hood was finished. Who's next? Gotta be some more pannel pounders on the TD
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The guys on this YT channel do a mostly decent job of pointing out why the substrate was not in the best condition for wrap removal. And why you should WAIT after a repaint before you wrap it. Removal starts at around 3:18. Would have been nice to see more footage of the removal. This vid may be a great tool to educate custys on substrate condition .
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So I have a peeling hood on my truck and was thinking wrapping it might be a good solution. I've never worked with wrap, so I don't know if this would be a good one to try myself or have it done professionally? Also, what do you think I might expect to pay? If it's something I can do myself, does anyone have any recommendations? I was thinking flat black, as the truck is blue metallic and the paint is ok on the rest of it. Also, what material should I use? Sorry for all the noob questions.
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Just checking in to see if there are any active members of tint dude that offer PDR.
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Looking for some input. I do not do vinyl wraps. I have removed a lot of vinyl over the years but never a full wrap. The car is coming in in a few days for my to give an estimate on removing his wrap. I am just looking for any insight from someone who has done it. I'm not even sure I will accept the job based on current workload. I'm assuming steam and or heat gun will be the best method. Thank you in advance for any advice.
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So I'm looking to wrap a fuel tank off my '74 Honda cb550. It should actually be fairly straightforward, except for the mounting base for the tank cap. It stands about 3/4'' proud of the tank surface on the tank's back. I'm very new to vinyl wraps, so maybe this is easier than I realize. How do I attack this? Make a hole in the vinyl slightly smaller than the lid mount base's circumfrence so when it shrinks it will settle against the tube's base? Or shrink the vinyl over the entire tank, then cut around the cap base and do further heat shrinking? Or other? Thanks in advance. This image is not my tank, but gives a decent impression of what the cap's base l…
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Who's going to MTE next month? I will be attending, for the first time.
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If it rained will the vinyl create Water bubbles and if it does should I clear coat it or base coat and clear coat it?
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Just wanted to pass on something neat that we found. We have been using Camo4u for our camo wraps and it has worked really well, but we have been looking for something to use on interior car parts to make them camo. They vinyl has worked good on the dash and larger parts, but the smaller parts always gave us problems. Here is a new camo dipping kit that we found at is has worked very well for us http://www.camodipkit.com - it is called the Camo Dip Kit and they use hydro camo water printing to make small and intricate shaped parts turn camo. Just wanted to share. Here are the links of who we use: Camo Vinyl Kits - http://www.camo4u.com Camo Dip Kit - http://www.camodip…
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Making chrome mask for glass motorcycle headlight and need to cut 2 5" round holes. How to ???
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Hello! Does anyone have any recommendations on learning how to wrap or any recommendations on training programs?
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I have cquarts skin coating that I am going to be applying to my wrap. The coating instructions are to remove the grease and oil from the wrap before applying. Is there any problem with GYEON q2m prep ? Or do you have any suggestions on what to use that would help it to adhere and not damage the vinyl?
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I have a great opportunity for an experienced PDR tech. We have been in business for 26 years and are constantly growing. PM me with you're phone number.
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Need some ideas if PDR damages paint or not?
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Hello guys I’m new here, today I used just for cleaning my car wrap (avery dennison) a Product that is for wheels and it seems it was hot and the vinyl After a few minutes had some stains (i didnt have time to rinse with water). The Product Is the Turtle wheels & tires. I Know this was a stupid thing to do but it never happened before. Does this stains can come out? Or I will have to re wrap?
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What do you do about wrapping an older vehicle with dings? Is there a way of hiding them other than body work? Or do you just wrap right over the ding?
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Hi, I have a crease dent on the edge of my front Audi aluminum hood. It was pressed too hard when closing causing the crease. Its where the double metal of the edge on the inside hood. As you can see, it starts about 1" from the edge (from the inside, its where the double metal is bonded) and I have also included the inside of the hood. The top of the hood is PPF film protected (clear bra) . Is this fixable? I'm in Southern California and hoping someone with experience can be recommended in S…
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Can't wait to get this thing started. I will be posting pics before and after. Any tips or tricks?
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Hey everyone, im looking for advice on the best software of subscription for car templates for creating and designing proofs for wraps And graphics.
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Hi everyone, I'm new here and have a question. First of all, I'm a graphic designer (primarily printed marketing materials) and have been approached by several customers wanting vehicle wrap designs that can be delivered to a local wrap shop for print and installation. I need to know what dimensions and resolution are required for a good print. TIA, FR.
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Tesla model 3, S, X, interior patterns available. Easy way to up-sell make more money. You can buy them on www.windowtintandkits.com. You can download EPS file, open with current cutting software and cut. #window #tint #windowtint #windowtintkits #windowtintandkits #patterns #tesla#tesla3#teslas#teslaX
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I am looking to expand my existing window tinting shop that has been growing. I do not want to run the daily operations, nor do I want to install anymore. I have a good commercial tinting business located in North San Diego California, but am interested in getting back to the retail side of the business. If you are looking to get out of window tinting, wrap, flat glass or would like to partner/share wharehouse space on the automotive retail side of the business, let me know. I am considering: San Diego(north county) Ca. Thanks
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Does anyone know of a good boat vinyl that i can purchase? I don't need very much. Just enough to put some black vinyl stripes across the bottom of the hull. Also any tips would be awesome. I have done a few on cars, but to the extent of putting some racing stripes and a lot of logos. Thank you for any info/tips!
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Finally finished my first full color change wrap and I love it [emoji7] [/urlIMG_7880.HEIC]
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Can somebody please explain how the word 'livery' came into being instead of the word 'wrap'. Much like when I hear people described the window film on their car as 'tints', it makes me cringe every time.
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I have a window tinting shop but I've done a few hoods and roof and now have people wanting to get their entire vehicle wrapped. Im thinking that vinyl wraps would be a good addition to the business but first would to attend some type of training class. I am located in Spokane WA, does any one have a recommendation of a school Im the state or in a near by state? thanks!!
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I have a client that I've done tons of commercial work for ,solar,security,graphics etc. that wants a semi trailer wrapped. He's supplying the vinyl ( 3m) . Over the years I've applied every kind of graphics, dinok, belbien , every 3M product so I know the application won't be a problem based on my experience but he wants me to give him a price and I've never priced something like this out , so... ??? 55' trailer both sides and back Thanks for any help,
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Clear Bra North Dallas is seeking a driven, highly motived Paint Protection Film (PPF) Installer looking to join a fast-paced industry with long-term career opportunity What are the day-to-day responsibilities? •Subject matter expert in Paint Protection Film •Installation is to conform to manufacturer specifications and time allowances. •PPF installer is expected to perform quality work without direct or continual supervision and be able and willing to work on all work assigned to him/her. •Ability to operate computer, and plotter system for PPF products •Must show attention to detail to deliver a con…
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Tulsa company looking for commission based graphic installer. Please send your resume and your install portfolio if available. We have jobs starting Monday. info@51wraps.com 9185197277
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This just arrived in the mail. I needed a new hammer & I use Ultra for a lot of my tools, so the extra tips & holder were a bonus. Haven't used it yet, but initial quality is awesome. Hope you guys are doing well!! http://www.ultradenttools.com/index.php/accessories/wedges-punches-hammers/a26b-balanced-body-hammer.html
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Tulsa Ok shop hiring installers with experience. Send resume to info@51wraps.com Please send photos of your work
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Hey Guys, I have a 72 Datsun 240z that I want to paint later down the road by sandblasting it (the car has been repainted over the last one), but for a temp fix I am planning on doing a vinyl wrap. I have bought a roll of 3m vinyl. I know that vinyl will show any imperfections and will not stick to anything that is rough and not well prepared. I have been working on spots on my car to fix this issue. I sanded to metal in some spots and applied bondo, then putty. I am about to put automotive primer and a rustoleum flat black on top of any bondo or metal area, but NOT the whole car, just on areas without original paint. A couple questions. …
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Removable rigid window tint sheets - WTF?
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Air80 vs Stratos70 Windshield
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