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kiyakubuke 04-26-2014 06:58 PM

3M paint defender
 
has anyone ever used 3M paint defender? my Boxster already has the clear vinyl wrap but I thought of trying on my wife's Benz.
http://986forum.com/forums/uploads01...1398567446.jpg

WhipE350 04-26-2014 08:41 PM

I would be interested too. I would like to put it around and behind my 981 air intakes.

Davev 04-26-2014 09:24 PM

I have used it on my Ducati. It is somewhat soft- at least softer than plastic film I have used in the past. It does help prevent scratches but can peel from the impact. Like when I swing my boot over the tail- it pulled up about a half inch of the film. (On a corner.)

So not a 100% solution but if you sprayed it on your bumper/hood/behind tires I think it would be great. Especially if you have a new car.

kiyakubuke 04-26-2014 09:32 PM

thanks,
maybe i'll practice on the pathfinder before attempting the Benz. I'm assuming it comes off without damage to the paint.

kjc2050 04-27-2014 03:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kiyakubuke (Post 397865)
I'm assuming it comes off without damage to the paint.

Getting it off after it has cured is a PITA.

Davev 04-27-2014 05:21 AM

After thinking about it a bit more- on my next new high dollar keeper car I would go for Clear Bra. Not the spray on.

Slate 01 04-27-2014 06:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kiyakubuke (Post 397849)
has anyone ever used 3M paint defender? my Boxster already has the clear vinyl wrap but I thought of trying on my wife's Benz.
http://986forum.com/forums/uploads01...1398567446.jpg

You got to love it, Spray Application requires a preparation for the spray application. Nice job 3M, just put it all into one package and sell the damn thing.


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