Ppf

dreddy335 · 07-21-2022, 05:53 PM

Hey y'all,

I'm having my car ppf. Is it normal to remove taillights to roll the edges? I was a little nervous when I saw the taillights out, but the installer said he wanted a good install so dust/dirt couldn't get in the edges.

chicagofan00 · 07-21-2022, 05:59 PM

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Originally Posted by dreddy335

Hey y'all,

I'm having my car ppf. Is it normal to remove taillights to roll the edges? I was a little nervous when I saw the taillights out, but the installer said he wanted a good install so dust/dirt couldn't get in the edges.

I wouldn't say that it is normal just for the fact that I think a lot of shops probably skip it. However, a great shop will remove them to ensure the edges are tucked behind the lights and the PPF won't lift up.

faze2988 · 07-21-2022, 06:01 PM

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Originally Posted by dreddy335

Hey y'all,

I'm having my car ppf. Is it normal to remove taillights to roll the edges? I was a little nervous when I saw the taillights out, but the installer said he wanted a good install so dust/dirt couldn't get in the edges.

They are being thorough, it’s a good thing.

Wo-Wo · 07-23-2022, 04:00 PM

A good fitter will 100% do this, they’ll also modify the template for the extra material and trim it.

josec70 · 07-23-2022, 10:57 PM

This is the correct way to PPF .. edges properly tucked to prevent lifting later .. lights must come off.

PHXATC · 07-24-2022, 08:33 AM

To me, it is required. You might pay a little bit more for this time that the installer takes to put the edges under the lights, badges, and at every available spot, but it is well worth it. It gives a continuous and cleaner look so that when you approach the car you can't immediately see that you have PPF on it, but seeing edges everywhere (that might peel and/or attract dirt, wax, polish, bugs, etc.).

Limegrntaln · 08-02-2022, 05:37 AM

100% well worth it. The headlights are sealed beam units, and the lighting inside are what's aimed. So, if you remove them, they don't need to be aimed, when reinstalled. You have to also remove the door handles so you get a 1 piece door install, so they don't just cookie cut the door handles and cups out. Remove the badges, trunk, and front bumper, PPF, and replace with new badges, over the PPF, for a seamless install.

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Wo-Wo Captain 327 Rep 713 Posts Drives: BMW M4 Comp Coupe Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: East Mids iTrader: (0)	A good fitter will 100% do this, they’ll also modify the template for the extra material and trim it. __________________ Wo-Wo Detailing Accessories www.wo-wo.co.uk
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josec70 Major General 4257 Rep 5,295 Posts Drives: 22' Individual Chalk M5C Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Miami iTrader: (2)	This is the correct way to PPF .. edges properly tucked to prevent lifting later .. lights must come off. __________________ CURRENT: 22' INDIVIDUAL M5\| CHALK \| TARTUFO \| CCB \| MPE \| H&R \| IND GONE: 19' M5C\| SINGAPORE GREY\| ARAGON\|VELOS VLS-06\|H&R\|iPE\|IND\|XPEL\|CF\|RADENSO GONE: 15' F10 M5\|BSM\|BLACK\|VELOS VSS-S2\|KW\|AKRA\|IND\|CF \|ESCORT 360\|VELOS PIGGY GONE: 13' F10 M5\|SG\|BLACK\|AKRA\|KW\|IND LONG GONE: 09' E60 M5\|02' E39 M5
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PHXATC Private First Class 82 Rep 104 Posts Drives: '22 911 '20 430i '20 Explorer Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Naples, FL iTrader: (0)	To me, it is required. You might pay a little bit more for this time that the installer takes to put the edges under the lights, badges, and at every available spot, but it is well worth it. It gives a continuous and cleaner look so that when you approach the car you can't immediately see that you have PPF on it, but seeing edges everywhere (that might peel and/or attract dirt, wax, polish, bugs, etc.).
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