PPF on headlights of 991.2 Need advice fast!
03-10-2018, 12:17 PM
#17
Three Wheelin'
i don't do the headlights. removing the protection can crack the inside trim ring paint or coating. the dark ring around the outside of the light, behind the cover.
03-10-2018, 01:40 PM
#18
My PPF guy definitely recommended against doing the headlights. Had the car nearly a year now and there are no marks on the lights but the PPF has saved a few chips to the front and hips already.
03-10-2018, 03:27 PM
#19
Interesting, the guy I am going with for PPF (Moe @ GP) mentioned that he does 991 headlights most of the time with his PPF packages (of course it's up to the owner)
There are a handful of threads about headlight delamination on here. From what I've gathered I think it comes down to your installer specifically and your trust in him or her.. I fear more for rock chips and my LEDs getting blasted than potential delamination when you remove the PPF 5+ years later
There are a handful of threads about headlight delamination on here. From what I've gathered I think it comes down to your installer specifically and your trust in him or her.. I fear more for rock chips and my LEDs getting blasted than potential delamination when you remove the PPF 5+ years later
03-10-2018, 03:49 PM
#20
Rennlist Member
Once again, I discover how ignorant I am/was. When I had XPEL installed, I didn't know about making sure it got wrapped around all the edges. I got lucky, and that's how it was installed... Now, I learn that the headlights can be damaged when removing the PPF? That's just great. Fortunately, the installer covered the headlights with XPEL but did NOT wrap around the edges (or remove the headlight housing); there is a small gap where the PPF is slightly smaller than the surface of the headlight covers. Plus, it was obviously done with care; there's no evidence that someone scratched anything with a knife so I assume it was cut to size on a template rather than being trimmed after being applied. I hope the fact that it wasn't wrapped around the edges of the headlight is sufficient to prevent delamination if/when it is removed.
03-10-2018, 04:13 PM
#21
Race Car
Interesting, the guy I am going with for PPF (Moe @ GP) mentioned that he does 991 headlights most of the time with his PPF packages (of course it's up to the owner)
There are a handful of threads about headlight delamination on here. From what I've gathered I think it comes down to your installer specifically and your trust in him or her.. I fear more for rock chips and my LEDs getting blasted than potential delamination when you remove the PPF 5+ years later
There are a handful of threads about headlight delamination on here. From what I've gathered I think it comes down to your installer specifically and your trust in him or her.. I fear more for rock chips and my LEDs getting blasted than potential delamination when you remove the PPF 5+ years later
03-10-2018, 11:56 PM
#22
Premium Sponsor
Rennlist
Site Sponsor
Rennlist
Site Sponsor
It really comes down to installer skill and comfort level.
https://rennlist.com/forums/991/1030...-to-avoid.html
if it we’re my 911, I’d cover them in a heartbeat...but make sure you find an installer that has experience with install AND removal.
https://rennlist.com/forums/991/1030...-to-avoid.html
if it we’re my 911, I’d cover them in a heartbeat...but make sure you find an installer that has experience with install AND removal.
03-11-2018, 07:57 AM
#23
Rennlist Member
How much are they charging for full front wrap? Trying to get some reference numbers. Thanks
03-11-2018, 08:28 AM
#24
Interesting, the guy I am going with for PPF (Moe @ GP) mentioned that he does 991 headlights most of the time with his PPF packages (of course it's up to the owner)
There are a handful of threads about headlight delamination on here. From what I've gathered I think it comes down to your installer specifically and your trust in him or her.. I fear more for rock chips and my LEDs getting blasted than potential delamination when you remove the PPF 5+ years later
There are a handful of threads about headlight delamination on here. From what I've gathered I think it comes down to your installer specifically and your trust in him or her.. I fear more for rock chips and my LEDs getting blasted than potential delamination when you remove the PPF 5+ years later
03-11-2018, 10:58 AM
#26
Burning Brakes
Installer used Suntek film. I expect to get 5-6 years out of it.
Respected installer, does a lot of high end cars. Did a great job.
03-11-2018, 12:30 PM
#27
Premium Sponsor
Rennlist
Site Sponsor
Rennlist
Site Sponsor
actually, it’s very difficult. Here’s an experiment you can do at home....get an egg out and a 2”x3” piece of paper, and try to cover the egg...let me know how it goes 😉
in all seriousness, headlights are extremely soft plastic and at 50-60mph, small rock chips might as well be little bullets. It’s the prudent decision to make ONLY if your installer is comfortable
in all seriousness, headlights are extremely soft plastic and at 50-60mph, small rock chips might as well be little bullets. It’s the prudent decision to make ONLY if your installer is comfortable
03-11-2018, 12:33 PM
#28
Premium Sponsor
Rennlist
Site Sponsor
Rennlist
Site Sponsor
you are actually somewhat correct...a capable installer can install a pre-cut headlight kit with no issues. Problem is, there will be an edge that comes about 3-5mm short of outer edge of headlight, and that edge is most often not symmetrical. But for sure, it would be functional and provide excellent protection
03-11-2018, 12:37 PM
#29
Does anyone make the Lexan lens covers that attach with Dual-lock tabs similar to what is a very popular option with some touring motorcycles.? You know they are there, but are easily removed and protect like nothing else.
03-12-2018, 09:21 AM
#30
Rennlist Member
Join Date: Aug 2016
Location: S Carolina coast & N Carolina mountains
Posts: 1,785
Received 158 Likes
on
113 Posts
actually, it’s very difficult. Here’s an experiment you can do at home....get an egg out and a 2”x3” piece of paper, and try to cover the egg...let me know how it goes 😉
in all seriousness, headlights are extremely soft plastic and at 50-60mph, small rock chips might as well be little bullets. It’s the prudent decision to make ONLY if your installer is comfortable
you are actually somewhat correct...a capable installer can install a pre-cut headlight kit with no issues. Problem is, there will be an edge that comes about 3-5mm short of outer edge of headlight, and that edge is most often not symmetrical. But for sure, it would be functional and provide excellent protection
I think many people will take the "edge that comes about 3-5mm short of outer edge of headlight" for the added protection.
