Blue painters tape on front?

ddvette9 · 02-02-2010, 08:24 AM

Traveling from jacksonville to Tampa soon, and am already tired of the numerouse mini rock chips I have suffered. I dont have a clear bra and still havent gotten one of those leather nose masks. I have b0th heard and seen that blue painters tape put to use on nice cars, but I am skeptical.

However, I am a baby when it comes to taking care of paint, and it just doesn't seem possible that after a 3 hour drive in either Florida rain or heat that the tapewill remove easily and cleanly at the end.

Does anyone have experience using blue painters tape sparingly on parts of the hood, front bumper, and if so could you advise me if any paint/cleaning prep or precautions are necessary.

PS, I am sure there is numerous google threads about this, but I trust the judgment of you guys because you can share in the obsession we all have with this car and understand what I mean. Also, I have briliant silver if that helps any of the experts out there make a more informed suggestion

Thanks

vipor · 02-02-2010, 08:32 AM

I've see it done on Zs and I've never heard of it being an issue. It's also recommended by most tracks to protect your car.

I remember seeing pics of the whole front bumper being done.

Jason · 02-02-2010, 08:43 AM

I did it on mine for a little 3.5 hour roundtrip. About 6-10 inches of the hood and fenders, the entire bumper and side mirrors. It rained and I left it on for maybe 3 days and it peeled off clean. I washed/waxed the car prior just so there wouldn't be any dirt and the paint would stick well. Just make sure you apply the tape horizontally from the top down so the wind doesn't lift any of it up.

Modshack · 02-02-2010, 08:49 AM

Works fine. We both had some new paint to protect here before a 500 mile trip. Anal guys typically do a neater job, but...Hey...it worked!

TipsZ · 02-02-2010, 08:47 AM

Yo DD .. when are you coming down to Tampa? Unfortunately, my Z is up on stands while I get the rims / calipers / strut bar done. A lot of my 350z club members use the blue painters tape without issue. Remember that one car at The Run ... no issues, it comes off without issue and does not leave any residue.

RCZ · 02-02-2010, 08:48 AM

^ good tip. They do make "automotive" blue tape that I think is easier on your paint and finish.

Jason, where in Miami are u at?

Jason · 02-03-2010, 02:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RCZ

^ good tip. They do make "automotive" blue tape that I think is easier on your paint and finish.

Jason, where in Miami are u at?

I'm in the Miami Lakes area. I'm kinda all over the place though. You? I've probably seen your car around. Seems like PG is a popular color on the forums but I don't see too many on the road.

I rarely go on long distance trips so i just used blue painter's tape. Worked like a charm and only cost $5 something. I could care less what people thought of it, chances are the people talking crap drive boring cars anyway. I heard someone at an auto show bash a Ferrari because it was automatic (chances they could ever afford a manual are probably slim), someone else on a Lotus saying the seats felt uncomfortable. Some people are just *sigh* never mind. I guess the world needs them too.

370zproject · 02-04-2010, 01:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jason

I'm in the Miami Lakes area. I'm kinda all over the place though. You? I've probably seen your car around. Seems like PG is a popular color on the forums but I don't see too many on the road.

I rarely go on long distance trips so i just used blue painter's tape. Worked like a charm and only cost $5 something. I could care less what people thought of it, chances are the people talking crap drive boring cars anyway. I heard someone at an auto show bash a Ferrari because it was automatic (chances they could ever afford a manual are probably slim), someone else on a Lotus saying the seats felt uncomfortable. Some people are just *sigh* never mind. I guess the world needs them too.

nice tape job

kenchan · 02-02-2010, 12:06 PM

ive done cross country with it and worked fine.. through the snowy rockies into death valley. just dont let it sit too long.

if you have adhesive goo left behind, try some goo gone, wd40, RC car motor spray, etc and wax afterwards.

tape hood from top to bottom overlapping about 5mm. this will prevent air from lifting up the tape while driving.

and bottom to top on the front bumper to prevent water to get in between the tape. dont forget the side mirrors.

kannibul · 02-02-2010, 12:27 PM

Another option would be to get an OEM bumper (they're something like $200) and swap them out. Just put the unpainted on on the front, and travel away.

That said, it'd probably look just as odd as driving around with a mass of blue painters tape on the front...and it does nothing for the hood, fenders, headlights, grill (bugs!), windshield, roof, A pillars, mirrors and side skirts.

RavenRonnie · 02-02-2010, 12:28 PM

Here is a better solution. I have used it on my Roush Mustang for several trips and used it after detailing it to take to car shows. Easy and works... (this might even get me a rep point...lol)

It's called road wrap and you just put it on, cut out your openings and wa-la..

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kannibul · 02-02-2010, 12:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RavenRonnie

Here is a better solution. I have used it on my Roush Mustang for several trips and used it after detailing it to take to car shows. Easy and works... (this might even get me a rep point...lol)

It's called road wrap and you just put it on, cut out your openings and wa-la..

Paint Protection Film for Car Care Trucks SUVs RVs Bug Shield

Audio warning on link...

vipor · 02-02-2010, 12:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RavenRonnie

Here is a better solution. I have used it on my Roush Mustang for several trips and used it after detailing it to take to car shows. Easy and works... (this might even get me a rep point...lol)

It's called road wrap and you just put it on, cut out your openings and wa-la..

Paint Protection Film for Car Care Trucks SUVs RVs Bug Shield

interesting. cheap at least too.

Road Wrap 18 in. x 100 ft.
$29.99

Road Wrap 6 in. x 100 ft.
$12.99

Rug Wrap 18 in. x 50 ft.
$19.99

RavenRonnie · 05-13-2010, 07:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RavenRonnie

Here is a better solution. I have used it on my Roush Mustang for several trips and used it after detailing it to take to car shows. Easy and works... (this might even get me a rep point...lol)

It's called road wrap and you just put it on, cut out your openings and wa-la..

Paint Protection Film for Car Care Trucks SUVs RVs Bug Shield

just wanted to post this up again... I use it all the time and never had an issue... works great!

vipor · 02-02-2010, 12:36 PM

02-02-2010, 08:24 AM	#1 (permalink)
ddvette9 Track Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 823 Drives: 2013 Scion FRS Rep Power: 17	Blue painters tape on front? Traveling from jacksonville to Tampa soon, and am already tired of the numerouse mini rock chips I have suffered. I dont have a clear bra and still havent gotten one of those leather nose masks. I have b0th heard and seen that blue painters tape put to use on nice cars, but I am skeptical. However, I am a baby when it comes to taking care of paint, and it just doesn't seem possible that after a 3 hour drive in either Florida rain or heat that the tapewill remove easily and cleanly at the end. Does anyone have experience using blue painters tape sparingly on parts of the hood, front bumper, and if so could you advise me if any paint/cleaning prep or precautions are necessary. PS, I am sure there is numerous google threads about this, but I trust the judgment of you guys because you can share in the obsession we all have with this car and understand what I mean. Also, I have briliant silver if that helps any of the experts out there make a more informed suggestion Thanks

02-02-2010, 08:32 AM	#2 (permalink)
vipor A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Euless, TX [ DFW ] Age: 42 Posts: 13,531 Drives: Nismo 09-0183 QAB Rep Power: 49	I've see it done on Zs and I've never heard of it being an issue. It's also recommended by most tracks to protect your car. I remember seeing pics of the whole front bumper being done. __________________ 2009 NISMO # 0193 \| QAB \| Albums! \| 05.04.10 (Dynojet) 291.94hp/248.28tq Oil Cooler (DIY) \| Custom Headlights \| GTSPEC Braces \| F.I. Long Tube Headers

02-02-2010, 08:49 AM	#4 (permalink)
Modshack A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Greenville NC Posts: 2,883 Drives: 370Z Sport Rep Power: 977	Works fine. We both had some new paint to protect here before a 500 mile trip. Anal guys typically do a neater job, but...Hey...it worked! __________________ Steal my car! (SOLD)...Now Porsche Cayman S Oil Cooler DIY: Here!

02-02-2010, 08:47 AM	#5 (permalink)
TipsZ Track Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Lithia, FL Age: 51 Posts: 552 Drives: 09 Nissan 370z CS M6 Rep Power: 187	Yo DD .. when are you coming down to Tampa? Unfortunately, my Z is up on stands while I get the rims / calipers / strut bar done. A lot of my 350z club members use the blue painters tape without issue. Remember that one car at The Run ... no issues, it comes off without issue and does not leave any residue. __________________ Dynojet 285 HP/245 TQ (pre CBE)// Agency Power CBE // GTM Test Pipes // JWT Pop Chargers // B&M Short Shifter // Eibach Springs // Powder-coated Akebono's // Powder-coated Strut Bar // Black Chromed 19" Rays // // Redline Designs Graphics TipsZ journal

02-02-2010, 12:28 PM	#11 (permalink)
RavenRonnie Base Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: La Vergne, TN Posts: 38 Drives: 2010 370z M6 w/sport Rep Power: 16	Here is a better solution. I have used it on my Roush Mustang for several trips and used it after detailing it to take to car shows. Easy and works... (this might even get me a rep point...lol) It's called road wrap and you just put it on, cut out your openings and wa-la.. Paint Protection Film for Car Care Trucks SUVs RVs Bug Shield __________________ 2010 Base w/Sport Pkg 6sp man

02-02-2010, 08:43 AM	#3 (permalink)
Jason Enthusiast Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 309 Drives: Nissan 370Z Rep Power: 16	I did it on mine for a little 3.5 hour roundtrip. About 6-10 inches of the hood and fenders, the entire bumper and side mirrors. It rained and I left it on for maybe 3 days and it peeled off clean. I washed/waxed the car prior just so there wouldn't be any dirt and the paint would stick well. Just make sure you apply the tape horizontally from the top down so the wind doesn't lift any of it up.

02-02-2010, 08:48 AM	#6 (permalink)
RCZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Miami Posts: 6,403 Drives: '09 370Z Rep Power: 1119	^ good tip. They do make "automotive" blue tape that I think is easier on your paint and finish. Jason, where in Miami are u at?

02-02-2010, 12:06 PM	#9 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141521	ive done cross country with it and worked fine.. through the snowy rockies into death valley. just dont let it sit too long. if you have adhesive goo left behind, try some goo gone, wd40, RC car motor spray, etc and wax afterwards. tape hood from top to bottom overlapping about 5mm. this will prevent air from lifting up the tape while driving. and bottom to top on the front bumper to prevent water to get in between the tape. dont forget the side mirrors.

02-02-2010, 12:27 PM	#10 (permalink)
kannibul A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Jenks, OK Posts: 2,281 Drives: 370z Touring/Sport Rep Power: 267	Another option would be to get an OEM bumper (they're something like $200) and swap them out. Just put the unpainted on on the front, and travel away. That said, it'd probably look just as odd as driving around with a mass of blue painters tape on the front...and it does nothing for the hood, fenders, headlights, grill (bugs!), windshield, roof, A pillars, mirrors and side skirts.

02-02-2010, 12:36 PM	#15 (permalink)
vipor A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Euless, TX [ DFW ] Age: 42 Posts: 13,531 Drives: Nismo 09-0183 QAB Rep Power: 49	__________________ 2009 NISMO # 0193 \| QAB \| Albums! \| 05.04.10 (Dynojet) 291.94hp/248.28tq Oil Cooler (DIY) \| Custom Headlights \| GTSPEC Braces \| F.I. Long Tube Headers

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