04-22-2016, 02:26 PM | #1 |
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How do you wash your car with Xpel?
My M2 is the first car ive had wrapped. I wanted to know the best ways to clean, maintain, etc. I obviously have read that info on their website but would be interested if there was any good additional info out there?
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04-28-2016, 07:35 PM | #2 | |
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I watched a video of Ammo NYC and he basically just washed a Singer Porsche that had Xpel wrap and then just waxed the clear bra....Anyone have any suggestions? |
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05-03-2016, 03:36 PM | #3 |
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My installer The Tint Shop Inc, near me told me to wash it like i'd wash paint.... I can wax it the same way and seal it but not to compound it? Its a self healing film so i'm not sure why you'd have to compound it anyway.
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05-03-2016, 04:42 PM | #4 |
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Per my installer no carnuba wax as well as stay away from the machine application with orbital.
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05-03-2016, 10:48 PM | #5 |
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These tips, I think, are about film edges. I had a few spots on my previous car and if you get wax on the edges of the film you'll never get it off. I tried a soft bristle toothbrush and any number of other things.
Unless you have a full wrap, when you wax just go for the surfaces of the film and avoid smearing over the edges. |
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05-07-2016, 03:56 PM | #7 |
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From what i have read opticoat or a ceramic coating is probably the best way to go. I have friends who have waxed their cars with clear bras and the seams tend to collect wax and in some cases it can get under the bra which isn't good. I will be going with opticoat, I use a lot of Optimum products and they all work exceptionally good.
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06-03-2016, 09:09 PM | #9 |
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I'll post up a list of products we use in the shop.
But for the most part you can wash normally, good soap, 2 bucket method, good wash mitts or sponges. Dry with a blower or with a good drying towel. Detail Sprays, Spray Sealants all work well. |
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08-05-2016, 07:16 PM | #10 |
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Instructions from my installer:
Note: Light scratches in the film will self-heal in 30 minutes at high temperatures. In colder conditions, or to accelerate the process, pour warm water (120°F) over the affected area. |
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08-07-2016, 10:16 PM | #11 | |
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At the price you pay to have Opti Coat on your car why take a chance to ruin it with wax ? Anyway, no wax can have the shine Opti Coat has. |
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http://www.autopia-carcare.com/opti-...E#.V6hoDVT3aJI |
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09-27-2016, 07:00 AM | #13 |
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Does the Xpel film alter LBB's color in any way? I'm wondering if a full wrap would need to be done or if I only did the front, would the color be "off" from the rest of the car?
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