PRatx
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Colored PPF instead of spray paint
PRatx replied to Tintman42's topic in Paint Protection Film, Clear Bra Forum
not sure how plastic fabrication and plastic waist is more environmentally friendly -
White residue after applying ppf xpel
PRatx replied to Bentley32's topic in Paint Protection Film, Clear Bra Forum
probably glue , xpel sucks anyway lol they re-box anything they get their hands on. is the car been polished before install ? or were any air pockets on that edge? looks like airpockets in that matte ppf , when they dry they leave that "white suds " look -
Looking for used 60" Graphtec plotter
PRatx replied to a1pitlane's topic in Paint Protection Film, Clear Bra Forum
or option2 , 40in plotter ( u can cut 80-95% of the full car with it) , and bulk the hoods and larger panels.... -
Windshield protective Film
PRatx replied to ACP films's topic in Paint Protection Film, Clear Bra Forum
can you send me a sample so i can test it? -
Headlight PPF pattern for BMW E71 2008?
PRatx replied to conandrum's topic in Paint Protection Film, Clear Bra Forum
the marks are on outside of the film , the clear top layer , from rubbing ( in the box , or where was stored) -
+1 to the above
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PPF installed, not happy
PRatx replied to ReaperHWK's topic in Paint Protection Film, Clear Bra Forum
when u apply ppf on top of decals , stripe etc , u will always have that air gap pocket , now after install if you run your finger on that line before you wrap the edge / so the air has a release / you may have chance to reduce that air space , but you will still have some airgap because is not level / the decal is higher then the paint level..... make sense? -
with badge , get new ones if u want to do it , other then that take it back so they can fix the badge, usually some double side tape works. removal may or may not leave residue. mirrors are a pain , some gaps are acceptable , in 1/8th range due to material been thicker and the complexity of the panel, the idea is to be protected as much as possible. if you want car wrap , then go with color vinyl and that covers all the paint.
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"" PPF that is matte and is tinted to darken the color of my paint "" ??!! that`s a new one
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Bumper Parking Sticker over XPEL PPF?
PRatx replied to spta97's topic in Paint Protection Film, Clear Bra Forum
ppf over ppf should be ok -
i am just guessing: glue issue or the headlight may have factory coating ....
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Removals... hand protection tip
PRatx replied to Speed's topic in Paint Protection Film, Clear Bra Forum
boiling water and steamer -
mark on new ppf install on headlight
PRatx replied to Luxurydetails's topic in Paint Protection Film, Clear Bra Forum
probably the alchool mix was to aggressive and damage the glue , or the film was too stretch in that area... i am just guessing -
wonder if you like to share your dealership fill up form , like a work order form. something like the dealer has to fill up and sign , related with the install....
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XPEL Bumper Film Issue - AMG E63/C63
PRatx replied to foldpages's topic in Paint Protection Film, Clear Bra Forum
reminds me why i switch to suntek ... -
i been isolated for 2 weeks when they shut everything around the country , and the last 3 months been working full time in ppf install and auto detail. me and my crew wear mask , access to gloves and sanitizer. i also take their temp in the morning and mandatory sanitize hands between cars. crazy times for sure.
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Help! New PPF Installation issues
PRatx replied to scrazee's topic in Paint Protection Film, Clear Bra Forum
a bit of steady hand trim and probond would fix it. -
Best steamer to use these days?
PRatx replied to Capital PPF_Norm's topic in Paint Protection Film, Clear Bra Forum
pressure on demand wagner , about 100-120$ , has an option with a flat plate that works when you remove film. for ppf removal i also use boiling water from an electric water kettle, usually 2 people process. -
Best way to lay large panels solo?
PRatx replied to a topic in Paint Protection Film, Clear Bra Forum
you roll the film and you hold the roll with one hand , than back roll after you bond 1-2in on the upper fender by the windshield, ideal is to bond on same side by the headlight. of course the hood needs to be wet, sprayed with soapy solution. -
Who here has had issues with Suntek PPF?
PRatx replied to PaintPro's topic in Paint Protection Film, Clear Bra Forum
kind of silvering , looks like premature adhesion , from pressing or stretching did you try to increase the soap concentration?