PPF vs. au naturel
12-11-2017, 02:45 PM
#31
This! tailgating is why the windshield on my daily driver looks like it's been completely sandblasted after only two years.
I try to leave a lot of distance in the Porsche, partly for this reason, and partly to avoid any road rage scenarios that might come about from following a bit too close.
I try to leave a lot of distance in the Porsche, partly for this reason, and partly to avoid any road rage scenarios that might come about from following a bit too close.
12-11-2017, 02:55 PM
#32
Rennlist Member
I have Suntek, and I can’t see the difference between the panels. I did the entire front end, hood, rockers, and a pillars, and above the windshield. The only seam I can see is on the a-pillars, hated spending all that $ but it gives me options, and I can drive the car without the fear I had without the PPF.
I dont think the coatings are are that great, they cost a ton and so far the Carpro reload sealant has be working great.
I dont think the coatings are are that great, they cost a ton and so far the Carpro reload sealant has be working great.
12-11-2017, 02:57 PM
#33
Burning Brakes
12-11-2017, 03:32 PM
#34
Three Wheelin'
I drove about 15,000kms on highways over the last 12 months so sandblasting is an issue. Highway or city mostly OP?
12-11-2017, 04:28 PM
#35
Rennlist Member
Six of one, half a dozen of the other.
I go back and forth. I don't like any PPF surface as much as I like the surface of paint—so PPF reminds me a bit of those clear plastic covers people used to put on their couches and car seats. Also, if film was better all around as a surface, I wonder if cars wouldn't be made for it in the first place?
On the other hand, the issues raised with paint thickness, peace of mind, etc are all very valid. I did PPF on the rockers, side scoops, and back bumper behind the rear wheels on the GT4 with no regrets—aiming to protect the car from its own tires. The front end went "au naturel" and I enjoyed the rich surfaces of its paint for 14,000 miles—but there is a little bit of patina. It doesn't bother me. At all. YMMV...and I am thinking about PPF on the 991.2, mainly because it's PTS and it might be nice not to worry so much about cars ahead of me spraying stuff. We'll see.
I go back and forth. I don't like any PPF surface as much as I like the surface of paint—so PPF reminds me a bit of those clear plastic covers people used to put on their couches and car seats. Also, if film was better all around as a surface, I wonder if cars wouldn't be made for it in the first place?
On the other hand, the issues raised with paint thickness, peace of mind, etc are all very valid. I did PPF on the rockers, side scoops, and back bumper behind the rear wheels on the GT4 with no regrets—aiming to protect the car from its own tires. The front end went "au naturel" and I enjoyed the rich surfaces of its paint for 14,000 miles—but there is a little bit of patina. It doesn't bother me. At all. YMMV...and I am thinking about PPF on the 991.2, mainly because it's PTS and it might be nice not to worry so much about cars ahead of me spraying stuff. We'll see.
12-11-2017, 05:56 PM
#36
Rennlist Member
I’m in the no PPF camp. Maybe just the way I learned it. Particularly now with DrColorChip, touching up the paint isn’t that big a thing. Opting to drive without protection on both my GT4 and 991.
FWIW, my “au natural” path has worked just fine. Our Club Coupe is at nearly 10k miles and won our class at the PCA Parade Concours in Spokane this summer, although we did use a decidedly un-clear bra to protect the hood and front bumper on the drive there from the Bay Area:
FWIW, my “au natural” path has worked just fine. Our Club Coupe is at nearly 10k miles and won our class at the PCA Parade Concours in Spokane this summer, although we did use a decidedly un-clear bra to protect the hood and front bumper on the drive there from the Bay Area:
12-11-2017, 07:23 PM
#37
I have never done PPF before on any of my cars, but my only "nice" car experience has been leasing my .2 C4. Didn't opt for PPF since I was leasing, it's a lot more carefree of an experience than owning my old Merc and Lexus
I am going to take delivery of a GT3 in the Spring, and I will likely go for the PPF on that since it is a purchase and I intend to keep it for a very long time God willing
I am going to take delivery of a GT3 in the Spring, and I will likely go for the PPF on that since it is a purchase and I intend to keep it for a very long time God willing
12-11-2017, 08:05 PM
#39
Burning Brakes
Never had any film on my 997CS. Had to touch up with Dr.Colorchip a few times. It worked fine, but obviously depending on the size of a chip it may still be quite visible. I guess it's same with a PPF. A rock may easily damage the film to extent it will be visible and even perhaps worse looking than a paint chip. So I am undecided. One thing for sure I will do it on the headlights.
12-11-2017, 08:09 PM
#40
I was told the longer you keep it on the adhesive chemicals used in application will interact with the clear coating of the paint and eventually eat through it and attack the molecular integrity of the paint itself until it essentially liquefies it and the film simply slides off at speed.
12-11-2017, 08:12 PM
#41
I was told the longer you keep it on the adhesive chemicals used in application will interact with the clear coating of the paint and eventually eat through it and attack the molecular integrity of the paint itself until it essentially liquefies it and the film simply slides off at speed.
12-11-2017, 08:36 PM
#42
I'm in the minority here. I do not have or want PPF. I have a white 2013 Carrera S with 40K on the clock - not a daily driver but we use it alot for road trips, like to Asheville Treffen. I virtually have no marks or chips on the car. I am very careful to stay away from vehicles that could throw stones or gravel roads etc. I keep the car pristine with the paint protected with sealant. It looks new. No matter what one uses, maintenance is needed. I have had PPF on prior Porsches and didn't like it. I really like the look of well conditioned paint. IMO it looks much better than a plastic coating.
12-11-2017, 08:48 PM
#43
Rennlist Member
Does anyone have experience with ClearGuard Nano SR, it's supposed to eliminate some of the orange-peel effect of other PPFs. But maybe it's too new to have any long-term effects known.
Cheers, -Peter
Cheers, -Peter
12-11-2017, 11:03 PM
#44
I got a nasty rock chip the very first day I got my GTS, on my way to the detailer to have PPF installed. So yeah I'm definitely going to do it. The 991 for some reason just seems to be a rock magnet. My GT3 was the same way, it got peppered, and I actually had to replace the film a couple of times under warranty. For some reason my Huracan never seemed to get hit as much as my 991s.
12-12-2017, 01:00 PM
#45
Anyone have a recommendation for a good ppf installer in central NJ? I have ppf (hood, front fenders, headlights) on my 991C2S (but that was installed by the dealer in Philly). would like to find the right installer for a new .2 GT3 when it arrives, ideally local to NJ. Thanks.