Clear Bra / Wrap
01-26-2014, 01:32 AM
#61
[QUOTE=silverrules;11081027]Planning on entire front, both doors (area behind door handles included), side mirrors, rockers, and rear. No one usually takes ownership for the nail scratches 
On my current car I have paint chips on both doors (2 on each side).. I think it comes from debris launched from front tires.
If you do the doors you will need to remove the mirrors for the install to look clean. That was something I was considering and may do later.
On my current car I have paint chips on both doors (2 on each side).. I think it comes from debris launched from front tires.If you do the doors you will need to remove the mirrors for the install to look clean. That was something I was considering and may do later.
01-26-2014, 08:41 AM
#63
^^
My door paint was struck by front tire spewed debris as well. I agree with your covered areas, too include the door handle cups. Consider the A-Pillars and leading 8-10 inches of roof as well (You may already have that planned doing the front). Wrapping the doors gets expensive, although I have considered it.
My door paint was struck by front tire spewed debris as well. I agree with your covered areas, too include the door handle cups. Consider the A-Pillars and leading 8-10 inches of roof as well (You may already have that planned doing the front). Wrapping the doors gets expensive, although I have considered it.
Last edited by 911dev; 01-26-2014 at 08:59 AM.
02-01-2014, 11:47 PM
#64
My local detailer/XPEL installer in Allentown, PA (E.J. Core at www.rockguardfilm.com) did an utterly fabulous job, wrapping the film underneath body panels, emblem, hood, etc. where possible ... clearly lives up to the product's ad: "Drive a new car every day"
Below find schematics of pre-cut XPEL kits and pricing he offered, including all materials and labor ... very satisfied with result. 10-year warranty.
XPEL ULTIMATE clear urethane kits:
Hood, fender, and mirror kit - full coverage $1,250.00
Bumper and front fascia kit - extended coverage $450.00
Rocker panel kit - extended coverage $350.00
Roof / A-pillar kit $100.00
Below find schematics of pre-cut XPEL kits and pricing he offered, including all materials and labor ... very satisfied with result. 10-year warranty.
XPEL ULTIMATE clear urethane kits:
Hood, fender, and mirror kit - full coverage $1,250.00
Bumper and front fascia kit - extended coverage $450.00
Rocker panel kit - extended coverage $350.00
Roof / A-pillar kit $100.00
02-02-2014, 03:49 PM
#65
Rennlist Member
My local detailer/XPEL installer in Allentown, PA (E.J. Core at www.rockguardfilm.com) did an utterly fabulous job, wrapping the film underneath body panels, emblem, hood, etc. where possible ... clearly lives up to the product's ad: "Drive a new car every day" Below find schematics of pre-cut XPEL kits and pricing he offered, including all materials and labor ... very satisfied with result. 10-year warranty. XPEL ULTIMATE clear urethane kits: Hood, fender, and mirror kit - full coverage $1,250.00 Bumper and front fascia kit - extended coverage $450.00 Rocker panel kit - extended coverage $350.00 Roof / A-pillar kit $100.00
02-02-2014, 05:05 PM
#68
Instructor
The key problem I experienced is with price estimates. Installers here in SF Bay Area are asking for $4k for what snabbgt3 put up and about $8k for the entire car. The cost is getting close to a quality paint job. There's also cost to maintaining the film - sealant, repairing damages, etc. You do, in theory, get to peel off the film at some point and enjoy a near pristine original paint job for the parts that was covered.
02-02-2014, 05:12 PM
#70
The key problem I experienced is with price estimates. Installers here in SF Bay Area are asking for $4k for what snabbgt3 put up and about $8k for the entire car. The cost is getting close to a quality paint job. There's also cost to maintaining the film - sealant, repairing damages, etc. You do, in theory, get to peel off the film at some point and enjoy a near pristine original paint job for the parts that was covered.
From my experience, the cost to maintain is no worse than the same cost to maintain the paint.
In NY Detailing Dynamics, another great installer, might hit you $2,000-$2,500 for the install.
For me, having the clear bra for the first 4-5 years alone, maybe more, then removing it if needed and going bare, has significant value at these prices, not at $4,000; $8k no way.
02-02-2014, 09:04 PM
#71
Thought actual schematics of the kits would be most useful for all, to make this process of deciding on extent of coverage easier. The rocker panel kit replaces the relatively small film, arriving on the GT3 from Germany, situated immediately in front of the rear wheel wells. That small film is removed by the XPEL installer prior to placing new extended coverage film.
These are the new 2014 GT3 991 XPEL urethane pre-cut films ... recently released.
I had all but the "Roof/A-pillar" kit installed ... took two days with two detailers applying film, which simplifies application of larger sheets of urethane.
These are the new 2014 GT3 991 XPEL urethane pre-cut films ... recently released.
I had all but the "Roof/A-pillar" kit installed ... took two days with two detailers applying film, which simplifies application of larger sheets of urethane.
02-02-2014, 11:00 PM
#72
Rennlist Member
Thought actual schematics of the kits would be most useful for all, to make this process of deciding on extent of coverage easier. The rocker panel kit replaces the relatively small film, arriving on the GT3 from Germany, situated immediately in front of the rear wheel wells. That small film is removed by the XPEL installer prior to placing new extended coverage film.
These are the new 2014 GT3 991 XPEL urethane pre-cut films ... recently released.
I had all but the "Roof/A-pillar" kit installed ... took two days with two detailers applying film, which simplifies application of larger sheets of urethane.
These are the new 2014 GT3 991 XPEL urethane pre-cut films ... recently released.
I had all but the "Roof/A-pillar" kit installed ... took two days with two detailers applying film, which simplifies application of larger sheets of urethane.
02-02-2014, 11:51 PM
#74
Burning Brakes
I used the XPEL ULTIMATE Kits below on my Rhodium Silver GT3. XPEL has ready-cut patterns for the 2014 GT3 and they fit perfectly. I used Ultimate on my C2S and was very satisfied with track and street protection it gave me - and I liked the 10 year warranty. Alan Seligman from Orlando, FL installed it and has done many PCA installations in the SouthEast and Midwest. He is the BEST! Alan (Invincaman) Cell is 407-927-1900 His office No. is 407-767-0966 Website is <invincaman@cfl.rr.com>
I asked him about Windshield protection. He advised the present windshield tearoffs were designed for Plastic race windshields and short term use during races. He believed that they would not be acceptable for most street driven cars left on for weeks or months.
http://www.xpel.com/products/tools.a...elf%20Products
Universal Extra Wide Door Edge Guard Extra Wide Door Protection (.5" X 12')
Part Number: R3023EW Price: $16.59
Door Sill Protection R3022 Price $23.05
http://www.xpel.com/products/headlig...&submodel=2080
Headlamp and Fog Lamp Kit H2502H Clear Price: $69.95
Bumper Kit P2502LO-X $539.95
Full Hood, Fender and Mirror Ki P2502LK-X $859.95
A-Pillar and Roof Kit P2502LP-X $119.95
I asked him about Windshield protection. He advised the present windshield tearoffs were designed for Plastic race windshields and short term use during races. He believed that they would not be acceptable for most street driven cars left on for weeks or months.
http://www.xpel.com/products/tools.a...elf%20Products
Universal Extra Wide Door Edge Guard Extra Wide Door Protection (.5" X 12')
Part Number: R3023EW Price: $16.59
Door Sill Protection R3022 Price $23.05
http://www.xpel.com/products/headlig...&submodel=2080
Headlamp and Fog Lamp Kit H2502H Clear Price: $69.95
Bumper Kit P2502LO-X $539.95
Full Hood, Fender and Mirror Ki P2502LK-X $859.95
A-Pillar and Roof Kit P2502LP-X $119.95
02-03-2014, 02:34 AM
#75
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Getting my new GT3's front end done using Xpel ultimate here in Dubai as I type this. The wrap will cover:
Front bumper
Both left and right front fenders
Both left and right side mirrors
Front hood
Front Lights and fog lights
Total cost including installation is 1,650 USD
Will post some pics when it's done. Should be picking her up tomorrow afternoon. 3 days installation. The guy is pro
Front bumper
Both left and right front fenders
Both left and right side mirrors
Front hood
Front Lights and fog lights
Total cost including installation is 1,650 USD
Will post some pics when it's done. Should be picking her up tomorrow afternoon. 3 days installation. The guy is pro