Vinyl Wrap on the Rear Bumper
06-26-2012, 07:49 PM
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Amazing number of negative opinions here and elsewhere on this mod. Kind of shocked about it, actually. My concerns aren't so much about the matte black as they are about the quality of the job. Personally, I like the matte look.
There are only two vinyl shops where I live. Tomorrow I'm going to the other one for an opinion on what they can or can't do to fix or redo the work. Probably should have gone to them first.
Hindsight is a b1tch.
There are only two vinyl shops where I live. Tomorrow I'm going to the other one for an opinion on what they can or can't do to fix or redo the work. Probably should have gone to them first.
Hindsight is a b1tch.
06-26-2012, 07:51 PM
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In particular, notice the similarities between our rear valence area and the Ford Fusion:
06-26-2012, 09:41 PM
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just my opinion, but most cars with the unpainted bumpers just don't look right to me
(exceptions are the sport models that have obvious rear diffusers/valences like amg, m sport, rs, ...)
BTW nice car OP - I plan to scoop one up soon. how's the 6mt treating you?
06-27-2012, 02:17 PM
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I took the car to our local Tint Shop. They have a guy there who does wraps and clear-bras, etc. Been doing it for 10 years. He took one look at the edging and the wrap-around corners, and agreed: the first shop butchered it. So in a couple days he's going to try and repair it by cutting new lines on the corners, and cutting the top edges back 1/4" to a straight line.
The alternative would be to have them re-do the wrap, but really all that's needed IMO is to clean up the first job, which this guy agrees.
As to the matte-black: I still like it. This guy I spoke to likes it. It's a keeper... just needs to get fixed and cleaned up is all, so it doesn't look so amateurish.
The alternative would be to have them re-do the wrap, but really all that's needed IMO is to clean up the first job, which this guy agrees.
As to the matte-black: I still like it. This guy I spoke to likes it. It's a keeper... just needs to get fixed and cleaned up is all, so it doesn't look so amateurish.
06-27-2012, 02:52 PM
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I personally like the look. I prefer the diffuser, but this gives you a similar look for cheaper and without the bulk. Hopefully the next guy can do up the edges nice. I think he'll have his work cut out for him, as it will be difficult to get the edges perfect with a razor. I'm sure he can improve it at the least. Good luck.
06-27-2012, 03:14 PM
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I printed this pic to show the new shop the line I wanted. So thanks for that, sniper!
On a slightly more embarrassing note, the Tint Shop removed all the little 3M logos that were on my window tint, with a rag and a little rubbing alcohol. I thought that was something I had to just live with.
Who knew? LOL
On a slightly more embarrassing note, the Tint Shop removed all the little 3M logos that were on my window tint, with a rag and a little rubbing alcohol. I thought that was something I had to just live with.
Who knew? LOL
06-27-2012, 08:28 PM
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Just like I plan on keeping the matte black vinyl, assuming the cut lines can be cleaned up properly in a few days... which was the point of the thread.
06-27-2012, 11:15 PM
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No need to defend your bolt-on. If this thread has demonstrated anything obvious, it's that there are a wide range of opinions on the rear bumper. And while it certainly speaks well of someone when they can reasonably articulate their opinions, the important thing is that you like what you did to your car. Because your car.
Just like I plan on keeping the matte black vinyl, assuming the cut lines can be cleaned up properly in a few days... which was the point of the thread.
Just like I plan on keeping the matte black vinyl, assuming the cut lines can be cleaned up properly in a few days... which was the point of the thread.
Good luck!
06-29-2012, 01:33 PM
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If nothing else you found a guy that can do it right. IMO I'd just get a new piece of vinyl and let the new guy do it right. I wouldn't want a razor near that plastic bumper. The new vinyl's only about 20 bucks, or maybe your new installer has it in stock. You & your G will only be happy w/ a completely fresh start IMO.
Good luck!
Good luck!
So the wrap is a wrap. (sorry) And it's a keeper.
Moving on.
