Invinci-shield 3M Protective Film
09-05-2002, 10:09 AM
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Invinci-shield 3M Protective Film
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I just installed the Invinci-shield protective film as a replacement for the original Stoneguards. Invinci-shield was a joy to install as compared to Stoneguards (turned out perfectly and the wide body film is a little more difficult to install because of an extra cut in the 3M film). Before I attempted the Porsche installation, I practiced on a Maxima hood strip and again it turned out perfectly. I'll try to do a write-up and removal procedure when I get some time if anyone is interested. Also, Invinci-shield has a 20% off special going on now (use code number ISBY4).
<a href="http://www.invinca-shield.com" target="_blank">http://www.invinca-shield.com</a>
Jim
I just installed the Invinci-shield protective film as a replacement for the original Stoneguards. Invinci-shield was a joy to install as compared to Stoneguards (turned out perfectly and the wide body film is a little more difficult to install because of an extra cut in the 3M film). Before I attempted the Porsche installation, I practiced on a Maxima hood strip and again it turned out perfectly. I'll try to do a write-up and removal procedure when I get some time if anyone is interested. Also, Invinci-shield has a 20% off special going on now (use code number ISBY4).
<a href="http://www.invinca-shield.com" target="_blank">http://www.invinca-shield.com</a>
Jim
09-05-2002, 10:51 AM
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Jim,I'm interested in this type of product for the nose and mirrors of my C2S. I'd like to get the nose resprayed after the track season, and then add the armorfend/invinci-shield or whatever.
It looks like the nose would be more difficult than the Stoneguard replacement. Have you tried this on other sections of your car? Any connection with this company,or just a very satisfied customer?
The prices seem very reasonable.
It looks like the nose would be more difficult than the Stoneguard replacement. Have you tried this on other sections of your car? Any connection with this company,or just a very satisfied customer?
The prices seem very reasonable.
09-05-2002, 08:43 PM
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From helping the person who installed the Invisishield on my car, NO WAY would I recommend any novice installing it. This stuff is a royal PITA to get in right without being out of alignment or trying to prevent it stretching. A king size nose piece or bumper unit I would bet you would never get right. And I feel this is the case for ALL these 3M plastic products that mount on the nose of a 993.
I replaced the clear plastic stone shields in front of my rear wheels with the larger ones for '96 and up cars; this was another PITA project to get right.
I replaced the clear plastic stone shields in front of my rear wheels with the larger ones for '96 and up cars; this was another PITA project to get right.
09-05-2002, 09:07 PM
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No connection with Invinci-shield (my name isn't Joe - lol) just a very happy customer. I think I do sound like an infomercial though.
Invinci-shield provides you with everything you need to apply the material (including a video and detailed instructions). I think the front bumper would be a challenge but after the results of my installation, I'd definitely give it a try. I don't think that the material Invinci-shield provides has anything to do with it though. It is all about their lubricant and tips for installation. As a matter of fact, my brother just received a new set of material from Invincishield to replace one of the Stoneguards we installed on his 993 last year (one turned out good and the other not so good). <img src="graemlins/cussing.gif" border="0" alt="[grrrrrrr]" /> He also purchased a strip for the hood of his SUV. If you're in the Dallas area, I'll give you a hand. <img src="graemlins/xyxwave.gif" border="0" alt="[bigbye]" />
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No connection with Invinci-shield (my name isn't Joe - lol) just a very happy customer. I think I do sound like an infomercial though.
Invinci-shield provides you with everything you need to apply the material (including a video and detailed instructions). I think the front bumper would be a challenge but after the results of my installation, I'd definitely give it a try. I don't think that the material Invinci-shield provides has anything to do with it though. It is all about their lubricant and tips for installation. As a matter of fact, my brother just received a new set of material from Invincishield to replace one of the Stoneguards we installed on his 993 last year (one turned out good and the other not so good). <img src="graemlins/cussing.gif" border="0" alt="[grrrrrrr]" /> He also purchased a strip for the hood of his SUV. If you're in the Dallas area, I'll give you a hand. <img src="graemlins/xyxwave.gif" border="0" alt="[bigbye]" /> Jim
09-05-2002, 09:16 PM
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I know what you mean. I used the directions on Rennlist to replace Stoneguards and they were a PITA to install and one didn't turn out well. Rennlisters said to use dishwashing detergent (or something similar). I think this is a major mistake. The material will not move around once on the car with this solution. Another tip invincishield provides is to lay the material out flat for a couple of days so it doesn't roll up on you at the time of installation. Also, use a 50/50 alcohol/water solution after eliminating the bubbles. Yet another major tip is to use a lint free cloth before application and after application (the reason I'll be installing new Stoneguards on my brother's cab this weekend). Lastly, don't be a cheapskate and use a hairdryer to remove the old Stoneguards - get a heat gun and they'll come off in one piece.
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I know what you mean. I used the directions on Rennlist to replace Stoneguards and they were a PITA to install and one didn't turn out well. Rennlisters said to use dishwashing detergent (or something similar). I think this is a major mistake. The material will not move around once on the car with this solution. Another tip invincishield provides is to lay the material out flat for a couple of days so it doesn't roll up on you at the time of installation. Also, use a 50/50 alcohol/water solution after eliminating the bubbles. Yet another major tip is to use a lint free cloth before application and after application (the reason I'll be installing new Stoneguards on my brother's cab this weekend). Lastly, don't be a cheapskate and use a hairdryer to remove the old Stoneguards - get a heat gun and they'll come off in one piece.
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09-06-2002, 11:54 AM
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[quote]I think the front bumper would be a challenge but after the results of my installation, I'd definitely give it a try. <hr></blockquote>
The front bumper and hood WOULD be a major challenge. After helping the person who sold me the Invisishield install such on my 993. I would NOT recommend anybody istall this who has never doen this before. After watching him, I took the excess pieces and built protectors for the tail end of my wheel wells, and for the top of the rear bumper on my A4 Avant (just outside the hatch opening). Both of these were not much more that 6" wide, but I still got stretching. The 50/50 water/alcohol mix is a good tip, but squeeging that water out will cause this stuff to stretch. So, expect imperfect results. Just warning ya!
If the shop screws up, you can ask for a refund or a new installation. If YOU screw up, you're screwed - period!
The front bumper and hood WOULD be a major challenge. After helping the person who sold me the Invisishield install such on my 993. I would NOT recommend anybody istall this who has never doen this before. After watching him, I took the excess pieces and built protectors for the tail end of my wheel wells, and for the top of the rear bumper on my A4 Avant (just outside the hatch opening). Both of these were not much more that 6" wide, but I still got stretching. The 50/50 water/alcohol mix is a good tip, but squeeging that water out will cause this stuff to stretch. So, expect imperfect results. Just warning ya!
If the shop screws up, you can ask for a refund or a new installation. If YOU screw up, you're screwed - period!
09-06-2002, 09:01 PM
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I'll take some pictures this weekend but doubt you'll be able to tell the quality of the installation even with high res pics (send your email address and I'll send some pictures that are set at high res) - my car is silver. I'll also take some pictures of the installation of my brother's stoneguard replacement on his 993 if we do it this weekend. His cab is white so I think you may be better able to judge.
Ray
I don't think the installation of the material on the hood would be much of a challenge. The piece I installed on my Maxima came out perfectly with very little effort. The solution and instructions Invincishield provides does make a difference. I wouldn't recommend installing it on an area with many existing rock chips though. The material (at least on black) tends to emphasize the existence of the rock chips. As far as professional installation goes, my brother hired a "professional" to install 3M material on his M3 a while back. The "professional," at one point dropped the wet 3M material on the ground and installed it over a couple of bugs that he failed to remove before installation. My brother didn't pay for the installation but also was never reimbursed for the material that the installer screwed up so badly (purchased it from the internet).
jacksonking
Another thing I think helped at the time of installation was to wear surgical gloves while applying the material (to avoid fingerprints).
Good luck!
Jim
I'll take some pictures this weekend but doubt you'll be able to tell the quality of the installation even with high res pics (send your email address and I'll send some pictures that are set at high res) - my car is silver. I'll also take some pictures of the installation of my brother's stoneguard replacement on his 993 if we do it this weekend. His cab is white so I think you may be better able to judge.
Ray
I don't think the installation of the material on the hood would be much of a challenge. The piece I installed on my Maxima came out perfectly with very little effort. The solution and instructions Invincishield provides does make a difference. I wouldn't recommend installing it on an area with many existing rock chips though. The material (at least on black) tends to emphasize the existence of the rock chips. As far as professional installation goes, my brother hired a "professional" to install 3M material on his M3 a while back. The "professional," at one point dropped the wet 3M material on the ground and installed it over a couple of bugs that he failed to remove before installation. My brother didn't pay for the installation but also was never reimbursed for the material that the installer screwed up so badly (purchased it from the internet).
jacksonking
Another thing I think helped at the time of installation was to wear surgical gloves while applying the material (to avoid fingerprints).
Good luck!
Jim
09-07-2002, 12:44 AM
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Hi Jim,
I was under the impression that the stone guards on the Silver cars was not clear from the factory but actually tinted. When you took the original guards off were they tinted?
I need to replace mine...so I am starting to snoop around..
Cheers,
Mike
I was under the impression that the stone guards on the Silver cars was not clear from the factory but actually tinted. When you took the original guards off were they tinted?
I need to replace mine...so I am starting to snoop around..
Cheers,
Mike
09-07-2002, 09:57 AM
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You're correct. I wasn't aware of this fact until I pulled off the original stoneguards (still don't know the reason for the colored stoneguards). The clear material looks great on my car. Don't forget to use a heat gun to remove the original Stoneguards and good luck. <img src="graemlins/beerchug.gif" border="0" alt="[cheers]" />
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You're correct. I wasn't aware of this fact until I pulled off the original stoneguards (still don't know the reason for the colored stoneguards). The clear material looks great on my car. Don't forget to use a heat gun to remove the original Stoneguards and good luck. <img src="graemlins/beerchug.gif" border="0" alt="[cheers]" />
Jim
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