Sneak peek Xpel Stealth PPF Wrapped Launch Green R1T

[Davethadog]

that does look cool. looks even more military grade now. but $6k? dang.

Yeah. Compare that to the cost of touch up and re-clearing in 7-10 years and it makes absolutely zero sense.

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[Attesan997]

that does look cool. looks even more military grade now. but $6k? dang.

I did full PPF on my MY but looking back I could’ve gotten away with just the front. That would’ve saved me at least 60% of what I paid.

 

[NY_Rob]

Nice! I do like xpel stealth ppf and will likely do it with my El Cap Granite R1T.

Noooooooooooo... don't do it!!!

Your truck is so beautiful, just don't... please

 

[shamoo]

Y tho?

Yeah. Compare that to the cost of touch up and re-clearing in 7-10 years and it makes absolutely zero sense.

Because of the protection. I add (at the minimum) full front end PPF on all my vehicles. Whether it is a nice car or a daily driver. The front end looks 100x better IMO after driving a few thousand miles. In fact, it looks brand new.

What is this touch-up you're speaking of? I've never had to touch up anything.

But yes, you do have to replace every ~5 years or so. Cost is relative. I don't mind replacing my front end PPF for $2K ish every few years. In fact, I have to do it soon on mine.

But I can understand your point. It is definitely a high cost. Some people care more than others about the tiniest little mark on the front end lols. I'm one of them.

 

[Sdvictor]

For those complaining, how is this different than the original Rivian wraps that people were going gaga over?

 

[OldGoat]

This is one of those times where I am grateful that I am ADHD instead of OCD.

 

[shamoo]

For those complaining, how is this different than the original Rivian wraps that people were going gaga over?

The wraps that Rivian are putting on are vinyl. They are just for aesthetics. You can do any color, design, etc. Sometimes manufacturers put them on new/concept/prototype cars to hide the body lines.

They do NOT protect the car as the vinyl is very thin.

PPF (paint protection film) is significantly thicker.

There are a ton of YouTube/articles out there if you search "PPF vs. vinyl wrap" where you can see the differences.

 

[Sdvictor]

The wraps that Rivian are putting on are vinyl. They are just for aesthetics. You can do any color, design, etc. Sometimes manufacturers put them on new/concept/prototype cars to hide the body lines.

They do NOT protect the car as the vinyl is very thin.

PPF (paint protection film) is significantly thicker.

There are a ton of YouTube/articles out there if you search "PPF vs. vinyl wrap" where you can see the differences.

But that's the point, people liked the vinyl wrap; but are poopooing on PPF. I'm going to PPF because I don't want pinstriping when I drive it offroad. Even forest service trails sometimes lead to pinstriping

 

[shamoo]

But that's the point, people liked the vinyl wrap; but are poopooing on PPF. I'm going to PPF because I don't want pinstriping when I drive it offroad. Even forest service trails sometimes lead to pinstriping

I'm not familiar with the term "pinstriping" in your context.

For the R1T, I do notice there's an air flow gap where the tire can kick up debris to the lower door area. I'd probably put PPF there as well.

PPF is primarily meant to protect from front end rock chips. It has some "healing" properties if the rock is small so there won't be any marks in it even after a rock strike. And based on my experience, if you keep the PPF waxed nicely, bird poop and other things like sap come off quite easily too.

You also have the option of protecting your windshield and headlights, although for the latter there are differing opinions as some people say it could ruin the headlight when the film is removed. I have it on my headlights and had it removed once. No issues. Results may vary.

 

[opnwide]

Looks fantastic! Local guy here in Denver also doing his Stealth LG right now as well. (I was happy to learn they don't have to unclip all the plastic cladding in the wheel well arches/bottom of doors to accomplish). Xpel has a 10 year warranty. Congrats!

 

[rogunenode]

But that's the point, people liked the vinyl wrap; but are poopooing on PPF. I'm going to PPF because I don't want pinstriping when I drive it offroad. Even forest service trails sometimes lead to pinstriping

Same. It's also great protection from rock chips. Here in the mtn's, daily drivers take a beating, pinstriping, rock chips, "sand-blasting" of rocker panels and lower areas from rock, dirt, grit. Hell, a bear scratched my model 3 performance driver's side poking around and the damage was significantly less as the doors had ppf.

 

[Sdvictor]

I'm not familiar with the term "pinstriping" in your context.

When the car runs up against brush or tree branch.

 

[shamoo]

When the car runs up against brush or tree branch.

Ah thanks. I'm not an off-roader so that's why . Although once mine gets here, that'll change!

 

[Sdvictor]

Ah thanks. I'm not an off-roader so that's why . Although once mine gets here, that'll change!

Wohoo! Even simple dirt trails are fun. That said, I also am using PPF because my kids clomp around with ski boots and lean their skis against the car all the time in the winter. We also park and drive around the city all the time. scratches galore

 

[moosehead]

@windrider, can you hurry back from Costa Rica?

Cause we’re gonna need moar pics. Please and thanks.

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