Paint protection film for 991?
#32
Rennlist Member
I have the protection on the hood and mirrors on my truck and cayman S cabriolet.
#34
Drifting
I will need to go back and review my owners manual (2012 GTS), but I am pretty sure Porsche says to NOT put protective film on the headlights because it will not allow proper heat dissipation from the headlights and can damage the headlight cover. It may be a CYA for them, I don't know.
#35
I will need to go back and review my owners manual (2012 GTS), but I am pretty sure Porsche says to NOT put protective film on the headlights because it will not allow proper heat dissipation from the headlights and can damage the headlight cover. It may be a CYA for them, I don't know.
#36
In the manual
Found this on page 270 of the 997 manual: "To ensure optimum ventilation, do not cover the gap between headlight and body (e.g. “stone guards” or films)."
Does anyone actually cover the gap around the headlight? I doubt it ... a good installation should do the headlight alone leaving that panel gap clear...
Does anyone actually cover the gap around the headlight? I doubt it ... a good installation should do the headlight alone leaving that panel gap clear...
#37
Found this on page 270 of the 997 manual: "To ensure optimum ventilation, do not cover the gap between headlight and body (e.g. “stone guards” or films)."
Does anyone actually cover the gap around the headlight? I doubt it ... a good installation should do the headlight alone leaving that panel gap clear...
Does anyone actually cover the gap around the headlight? I doubt it ... a good installation should do the headlight alone leaving that panel gap clear...
#38
Former Vendor
clear bra installer in MA, Xpel Ultimate/Ventureshield, Unique Car Care
I have a 991 coming next month and have ordered Aqua Blue. I am undecided on whether or not to add the Stone Guard film to reduce paint chips. I had it on my 997 but not on my 2006 Cayman.
Does anyone know if Porsche has changed their paints or are they still as prone to chipping as they have been in the past. I don't know if it is better to get the film put on or maybe just go without it and have the hood repainted every couple of years.
Does anyone know if Porsche has changed their paints or are they still as prone to chipping as they have been in the past. I don't know if it is better to get the film put on or maybe just go without it and have the hood repainted every couple of years.
If so, what brand of film did you go with?
If not, I'm in MA and would be happy to tell you a little about the film and go over coverage options with you.
Here is a Carrera S I worked on a couple weeks back using the new Xpel Ultimate film: https://rennlist.com/forums/concours...ling-film.html
#39
Instructor
Thread Starter
Rick - I clicked on your link and your work looks great. I may call you, I did not get the film friom the dealer and am still going back and forth if I am going to install it.
If you could PM me with a quote for the similar work that you did on the silver car in your link that would be great.
If you could PM me with a quote for the similar work that you did on the silver car in your link that would be great.
#40
So after a promise and many weeks I finally took pictures of the film that my dealer had installed.
I do notice it's there...which isn't thrilling but at the same time not tremendously disturbing either.
I can't notice the front bumper, headlights or side mirror film (the latter unless I really look but it's definitely there).
The rear bumper and door sills are the worst IMO. In each of these I can see the film, especially at the edges where wax sets in and is difficult to get out completely. Ugly! But worth the protection in a place like Manhattan...
Lastly, I imagine every dealer uses their own contracted shop to do this (I'm guessing) so I suppose the quality of the product and installation must vary.
Still think it was worth the investment...After a while I just ignore it
I do notice it's there...which isn't thrilling but at the same time not tremendously disturbing either.
I can't notice the front bumper, headlights or side mirror film (the latter unless I really look but it's definitely there).
The rear bumper and door sills are the worst IMO. In each of these I can see the film, especially at the edges where wax sets in and is difficult to get out completely. Ugly! But worth the protection in a place like Manhattan...
Lastly, I imagine every dealer uses their own contracted shop to do this (I'm guessing) so I suppose the quality of the product and installation must vary.
Still think it was worth the investment...After a while I just ignore it
#42
Former Vendor
Clear bra in MA
Rick - I clicked on your link and your work looks great. I may call you, I did not get the film friom the dealer and am still going back and forth if I am going to install it.
If you could PM me with a quote for the similar work that you did on the silver car in your link that would be great.
If you could PM me with a quote for the similar work that you did on the silver car in your link that would be great.
Best regards,
~Rick
#45
Instructor
Thread Starter
Ok - I'll give an update. After seeing the work from Rick and the guys at Unique I decided to have him film my new 991. The result is excellent. Full front hood and fenders, you can't even tell that it has film, they completly wrap the film around all edges and they have it tucked under the badge, lights, etc..
If anyone in the Boston area is considering work such as this, I would call Unique - first class operation.
If anyone in the Boston area is considering work such as this, I would call Unique - first class operation.