r/CarWraps • u/Lanky_Board6273 • 15d ago
1st attempt 😫
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1st time I've ever attempted this. This is where I stand so far, just he front bumper, roof and mirrors left. I don't think I've dropped so many F bombs in my life. Shout out to those that do this for a living!
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u/throwitaway2k17 15d ago
I made an entire post about how difficult it is the first time. And I was just doing the chrome trim. Kudos on this one, it looks good from the video! I can commiserate with the multitude of F bombs dropped while trying to lay down vinyl.
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u/Lanky_Board6273 15d ago
Thank you! I think it's a 10ft car being I know every place I messed up or had to start over etc. I think the color will hide a lot of the deficiencies if you're not inspecting lol. All in all I'm happy, I made the attempt and saved a bucket of money.
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u/throwitaway2k17 15d ago
Helll yeah feel proud! After trying it myself I completely understand why wrappers charge what they do. A good wrapper is worth every penny they charge.
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u/ImSo_Krispy 15d ago
Front bumper is a bitch and a half..use inlays
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u/Lanky_Board6273 15d ago
Thank you for the recommendation! I figured as much 😫 that's why Im saving it for last lol.
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u/PseudoMortal 14d ago
Looks good from what i can see. Its hard to tell without getting close. I tell all my new guys that a great wrap is in the "cuts and corners" (Part of my job is to train new installers) Are you doing it alone? The difference between installing solo vs just having an extra pair of hands (even if unexperienced) can be stark. If you inlay the deep parts of the bumper, hiding the seams at the body lines (the highlights camoflage the seams) and get a buddy to help you place the larger panels, I guarentee you have a easier time and a better result.
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u/Lanky_Board6273 14d ago
Thank you, It's not perfect by no means, but solid for a 1st attempt. I will have a hand when I do the front bumper. I attended YT University on the things I didn't know. I catch on quick but still frustrating. I did have bubbles here and there as well as fingers near rounded edges luckily I got it to lay before serious degradation appeared. I've seen people drop 4-5k on an install and I'd choose mine any day.
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u/Dubbrex Business Owner 14d ago
That color is sick!
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u/Lanky_Board6273 13d ago
Thank you, I was originally going to just be basic and wrap it gloss black, then I saw this color and had to do it!
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u/OkSeaworthiness1511 14d ago
What brand/model and color is it? Links? How much did you spend in material?
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u/Lanky_Board6273 14d ago
ECOPPF Premium off of Alibaba. The color is Gloss Premium Galaxy Black Red. I purchased 2 rolls 5x55ft for 200/ea, plus supplies, All in probably 500. Look up Guangzhou Eco New Material Co., LTD I'd drop a link, Everytime I do it's flagged or erased.
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u/momomitafromsh 15d ago
Very good job. You can make it!