[M3to335]

I noticed at the last track event that a couple people had the white protective plastic stuck to their hoods and bumpers. From what I could tell ilts the same material they use on cars during transport.

Does anyone know where to get this?

[LOLrance]

Just use clear contact paper. It works like a charm, super thick and actually protects against rock chips (unlike painters tape). And on top of it all, its VERY cheap and cant be seen in photos.

A somewhat closeup of how it looks on the car.


From far away. Can barley even be seen.

[Bubbles]

Originally Posted by l4wr3nc3

Just use clear contact paper. It works like a charm, super thick and actually protects against rock chips (unlike painters tape). And on top of it all, its VERY cheap and cant be seen in photos.

Does it come off easy, no paint damage?

[M3to335]

Originally Posted by Bubbles

Does it come off easy, no paint damage?

I was wondering the same thing. Even "no residue" painters tape leaves residue if it gets damp. All the cleaner wax in the world wont get that stuff out.

So, where did you pick that up from? Im quite interested.

[O-cha]

Contact paper has really thick adhesive, tired it once and it's also somewhat rigid so it's hard to get on cleanly.

[M3to335]

Interesting. So once was enough huh? Im heading out Thursday so I need to order something now. Where can I get that white transport plastic described above?

[LOLrance]

Originally Posted by Bubbles

Does it come off easy, no paint damage?

It actually came off a lot easier then i expected, but it is a pain in the ass to put on because its thicker. Then again i dosen't really matter how it looks once it goes on because if you take a few steps back, you wont even notice it anymore.

I can only speak for the contact paper i used, but mine came off with no paint damage at all. It was probably a good 90 degrees that day and even with the sun blazing down on us it still came of quiet cleanly. I know plenty of others who use contact paper and they have had no problems as well.

[LOLrance]

Originally Posted by M3to335

I was wondering the same thing. Even "no residue" painters tape leaves residue if it gets damp. All the cleaner wax in the world wont get that stuff out.

So, where did you pick that up from? Im quite interested.

I actually got the recommendation from a few other track buddies who used contact paper and had great results. To me it seems like a no brainer. I used to spend i think it was like $7 for a roll of 2" painters tape and that would last me 1 track day. But i bought the contact paper for roughly $4 for i forgot how many feet, but i could easily do my car atleast 3 times with that $4 roll.

I either picked it up from Lowes or Home Depot. One of them didnt have clear contact paper so i had to go to the other. I cant recall which one it was, but try both and 1 of them should have it.

[M3to335]

Sounds like its worth a shot. If you still have the roll, mind looking at what brand name it is? Since you didnt have any residue issues, I'd like to pick up the same product.

Thanks!

[LOLrance]

Its by Con-tact. Called Clear Transparent. It says on the product:

"Non-yellowing, won't fade. Remove cleanly. Non-glare surface. Acid free, archival safe."

hope this helps.

[LOLrance]

Actually, i found the exact product online. http://www.misterart.com/g1715/Con-T...&WT.mc_id=1715

but dont bother buying online because i know they carry this at home depot or lowes.

[Dascamel]

Post some pics once you try it. I'm curious to how it looks.

[Bubbles]

Originally Posted by l4wr3nc3

Its by Con-tact. Called Clear Transparent. It says on the product:

"Non-yellowing, won't fade. Remove cleanly. Non-glare surface. Acid free, archival safe."

hope this helps.

Thanks!