Anyone used Scotchprint Vinyl? |
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Anyone used Scotchprint Vinyl? |
CptTripps |
Aug 27 2013, 09:53 AM
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:: Punch and Pie :: Group: Members Posts: 3,584 Joined: 26-December 04 From: Mentor, OH Member No.: 3,342 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
After looking at a lot of different "matte" or "satin" paint options, I think I may give the 3M Scotchprint a whirl.
Like this eBay auction Pros: Relatively inexpensive : I'll know $35 into it, if it will work for me or not. Changeable : Easy-ish to peel it off and try a different color if I want. Color options : I can get 2-3 different metallics to see which one I like best. Quick install : Seems like a weekend project. Cons: Only lasts 5 years : Who actually keeps their 914 for that long? Could peel up in corners : Use the adhesive pen they offer. Could look REAL bad : So can paint if you don't do it right. I'd love to be able to do this right over the primer, but I don't know that it'll stick to it. I'm going to play this weekend and see what happens. I ordered (free) samples from 3M. They're sending me an 8X10 sheet of all the different colors they have. |
CptTripps |
Sep 4 2013, 05:53 PM
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:: Punch and Pie :: Group: Members Posts: 3,584 Joined: 26-December 04 From: Mentor, OH Member No.: 3,342 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
PlastiDip on the rims on my BMW tonight...to see how they'd look and hold-up in a real-world environment.
It seriously only took about 45min for the prep and application. A deck of cards works real well to keep the spray off of the tires. 4-5 coats and I was in business. I only used 2 cans, and these rims are 19" and pretty complicated with a lot of surface and nooks/crannies. I'm guessing you could get away with 2-3 cans and have plenty left over on standard 17" rims. Attached thumbnail(s) |
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