Vinyl Wrapping the Z!

cfoster370z · 05-21-2013, 07:21 AM

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Originally Posted by DEpointfive0

"Black brushed aluminum"

Brushed would be hard as you would need to keep the brushstrokes all going the same way, doable but would use a lot more vinyl! I carbon wrapped my old 350Z a couple of years ago, that was a pain keeping the weave the same way!

DEpointfive0 · 05-21-2013, 07:45 AM

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Originally Posted by cfoster370z

Brushed would be hard as you would need to keep the brushstrokes all going the same way, doable but would use a lot more vinyl! I carbon wrapped my old 350Z a couple of years ago, that was a pain keeping the weave the same way!

Wellllllll... I've seen it done a few times, and it's worth the time

370zjames · 05-21-2013, 03:27 PM

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Originally Posted by cfoster370z

Brushed would be hard as you would need to keep the brushstrokes all going the same way, doable but would use a lot more vinyl! I carbon wrapped my old 350Z a couple of years ago, that was a pain keeping the weave the same way!

Haven't tries that type of vinyl yet. And yes. Carbon is pure pain. China brand carbon is easier to install. Lol

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Amuse370z · 05-21-2013, 03:42 PM

DEpointfive0 · 05-21-2013, 05:23 PM

^^^ FÜCK!!! I didn't know someone beat me to it!!!

Pics never so that finish justice

cooltoy · 05-21-2013, 05:43 PM

Amuse370z · 05-21-2013, 06:48 PM

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Originally Posted by DEpointfive0

^^^ FÜCK!!! I didn't know someone beat me to it!!!

Pics never so that finish justice

The guy is in Japan so you don't have much to worry about.

370zjames · 05-22-2013, 03:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Amuse370z

Damnn. That's looks sickkk.. Should go f . it and do full chrome vinyl wrapped? Lmao.

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DEpointfive0 · 05-22-2013, 03:56 AM

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Originally Posted by 370zjames

Damnn. That's looks sickkk.. Should go f . it and do full chrome vinyl wrapped? Lmao.

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I think the chrome looks amazing, problem is that it can be illegal because it's a distraction

370zjames · 05-22-2013, 04:59 AM

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Originally Posted by DEpointfive0

I think the chrome looks amazing, problem is that it can be illegal because it's a distraction

Reflective window Tint is illegal. I wound. Be surprise if Chrome vinyl is is
Illegal. Lol. Matter of fact What is not illegal when it comes down to tuning cars. Smh

370zjames · 05-22-2013, 11:42 PM

Bmw should be done by tomorrow.

I ordered 3M satin White (not pearl). And its coming tomorrow. My Z will get wrapped once again and I will be posting the process.

faya · 05-23-2013, 12:32 AM

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Originally Posted by 370zjames

Prep work is everything
3M general adhesive cleaner.
Safe for auto paint also Wipe everything .

Clay bar is must. If there is Anything on the paint. And I meant Anything , it pops out when it gets under vinyl.
Make sure clean your edges of car over and over .

Tools

Power Slam Magnets Q=12

Knife Tape Reel with 50' of 1/8" knifeless Finish Line Tape Q=1

Olfa stainless Art Knife Q=1

GeekWraps® Soft Edge Micro Detail Squeegee Q=1
China Marker Q=1

4 inch Soft Edge Super Squeegee
4 inch Soft Edge Marine Squeegee
6 inch Soft Edge Super Squeegee
6 inch Soft Edge Marine Squeegee
1.25 inch Detail Squeegee
1.25 inch Marine Detail Squeegee
Competitive Edge Squeegee
From geek wrap .

Heat gun

Try not to over heat the vinyl. Minimum heat and Minimum stretch would be best way to go. But it will take time to figure all that out.
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You would never imagine how dirty your car is Until you clean it. doing Paint protection install requires a lot of cleaning and Its never good enough .
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Cutting vinyl by door trims are very risky to touch the paint. Try to cut the vinyl on the trim. I can cut the vinyl on the paint with out touching the paint. That takes years of training. Over wrapped and tuck in is your best bet. Make sure use fresh blade every time

THanks!

you are the man!

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Bluebatmobile · 05-23-2013, 02:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Amuse370z

That looks really good!

B@t

370zjames · 05-28-2013, 03:50 AM

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There she is! Satin White, Matte black on roof , hatch and carbon wrapped on Hood! Thinking To go with Satin black on the top ! Hmm

///PureSwank · 05-28-2013, 04:07 AM

Sexy!! You the guy who inspired me to do this a day ago!!

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