Interior/Exterior Vinyl Wrap Chrome
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Vinyl Wrap Chrome
Hello NAM, I just wanted some input/help with my 2004 MCS. Ive been attempting to remove all chrome from my car using either plasti dip or vinyl. I did the hood scoop, headlight trim, scuttles, and wheels in plasti dip. I am looking for a cleaner look than the plasti dip though. if you look closely you can see how the plasti dip is imperfect. I attempted using black vinyl for my door handles and white vinyl for the other chrome trims but its not as easy as people make it look. The gas cap in particular is very tricky as there is always some creases. Is there anyone in CT that is proficient with vinyl that could help me or any tips that i should know? Thanks in advance!
-Burkee
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I haven't been up in the New England area for a number of years, so I have no idea of the shops up there now. But I'm sure there are some great ones... anyone what to chime in?
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I haven't been up in the New England area for a number of years, so I have no idea of the shops up there now. But I'm sure there are some great ones... anyone what to chime in?
Motor on!
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Thanks for the input JABowders, your mantra is a smart one to live by, i thought for the $20 dollar vinyl it would be an easy one to try myself. But as Helix says those are the hardest parts of the car...lol, thats to bad since they are the only parts i really want to get wrapped haha. Thanks for your input guys and an entire chrome mini would look interesting Helix!
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Yes, as stated above, vinyl is tricky and takes patience. Might help looking at some YouTube videos that may help. I did a quick search and a lot popped up here. Good luck!
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Its takes time to wrap some items. You sometimes have to work with a heat gun or hair dryer to flex the wrap. Test a couple pieces and take your time.
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You are welcome.
Here some 3M wrap options and the tool kit for the warp is at the bottom.
http://www.ecstuning.com/News/3M_1080_Series_Vinyl_Wrap_Carbon_Fiber_Brushed_Alu minum_Gloss_Black_Universal_Fit/
Here some 3M wrap options and the tool kit for the warp is at the bottom.
http://www.ecstuning.com/News/3M_1080_Series_Vinyl_Wrap_Carbon_Fiber_Brushed_Alu minum_Gloss_Black_Universal_Fit/
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