Thread: PAINT PROTECTION FILM, HAS ANYONE USED IT?

I found the Road Warrior container too small, the Paint Shield is much better value.
$105 plus postage for 4 ltrs for the Paint Shield compared to $59.90 for less than 1 ltr of the Road Warrior.

Sure you will get 2 coats out of the Road Warrior container for a single use but I use it more often than that.

Originally Posted by ~Rich~

Yes it definitely changes the look of your paint job - to a textured satin / Matt finish sort of tougher look.

I agree .... unfortunately the wife doesn't share the same sentiment

Originally Posted by Ben_Vapid

How does it come off guys? Peel or high pressure hose?

Further to Rich's post, I have tried both and the pressure hose is quicker and enables you to remove any stubborn areas. Just soak it and let it soften first. Most important is to ensure you have sufficient thickness to create sufficient tensile strength so that once you start to peel it, it comes off in sheets. I've found about 3/4 litre is enough for both sides and the outer thirds of the bonnet and front bumper.

Mario

Slightly off topic but for future consideration.

I watched an episode of Shark Tank the other week and a guy on there had a product called Rhino Hide. It was stiff sheets of molded "plastic" (not right but you get the idea) that was custom made to be attached to the side of the vehicle with strong magnets. Beauty is of course that they are reusable and simple and quick to fit. They looked very strong. He only had a couple for Toyota and one Ford at present but it looked like a good solution. Not cheap but a more permanent solution if you frequently go off road. Worth a look if they make a LR one later. Anyway here's a link to their web site. Disclaimer: I am in no way connected to these guys

Rhinohide

Martin

Yeah I saw the Shark Tank episode with that, the guy was shocked by how many offers of $$$ and support he got.

I see a couple of issues with these sort of products,
Dirt or Mud getting between the panel and the product, yes this one used a neoprene rubber and magnets for it to stick but crap will still either sit on the edge and leave a mark or at worst get under and scratch away.

He said he said it stays on up to 100kph, not high enough particularly if you are also driving into a headwind.
No panel for the bonnet or A, B or C pillars, only the sides.

Anyway the chances of them being made for the Disco are very remote!

Back to Paint Shield I have also found it good to use Metho to remove residue on a edge you are having trouble cleaning off completely.

Am I doing this right Rich?

Anyone know how long i have to wait before putting this stuff in the rain? It looks dry, only been a few hours though. Heading out soon.

I like the matte look Russ.
I think when I finally get to do a reasonable trip I will apply some.
I rekon it would need to set properly,pretty heavy rain up there today.There was hail when I called in to see Tailslide Ron today at lunchtime in Bayswater.
Andrew

Originally Posted by LandyAndy

I like the matte look Russ.
I think when I finally get to do a reasonable trip I will apply some.
I rekon it would need to set properly,pretty heavy rain up there today.There was hail when I called in to see Tailslide Ron today at lunchtime in Bayswater.
Andrew

Yep that was a waste of time baha. Peeling off in strips. The sides look okay but I'll have to recoat the front end!