GT2 RS Owners- How will you protect the CF?

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02-25-2011, 08:31 PM

slavik

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Originally Posted by vtgts300kw

MikeS wrapped his carbon.

So did either savvy or the dude who used to have the yellow gt2 but now has the RS.

I believe the "dude" you are referring to is Jcc2tx

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02-25-2011, 08:41 PM

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Originally Posted by BBTurbo

Yes I bought it. The car showed up at the dealer and he called and told me I spec'd it out, so I should get a look at it before he sold it. When I got there he said it was mine if I wanted it. I was surprised. I knew he had people in line. But my wife told him that she wanted him to give me right of first refusal when it showed up (my wife loves me), so he had kept me first on the list. (My dealer loves me too). Anyway, the car was spectacular. Just the way I pictured when I ordered it. So many nice details that don't show up on photo's. I couldn't walk away. I'll deal with the GT3RS LE when it's finally released.

Awesome, my wife is on this same page...maybe later in life when I am a little older and making a little more I can post this same awesomeness!!

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02-25-2011, 10:12 PM

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Good choice man. I saw the pics in your other thread and it's GORGEOUS!

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02-25-2011, 10:31 PM

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I did a full wrap on my car. The carbon is clear coated from the factory so applying film is no different than for paint.

Congrats on the new car!

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02-25-2011, 11:29 PM

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I did a full wrap on my. The carbon is clear coated from the factory so applying film is no different than for paint.

Congrats on the new car!

+1. I wonder why the manual says not to wax or protect it?

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02-25-2011, 11:48 PM

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Here is a pic with the film on. You lose the matte effect though. I don't mind either, but this ensures my hood is safe

That isn't a scratch on the film by the way.

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02-26-2011, 12:31 AM

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You could probably keep the matte look on the carbon by wrapping it with Premier Satin Guard. Looks great glossy on your car too Mike.

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02-26-2011, 01:50 AM

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Thanks Ara. I do prefer it like this TBH. They don't have satin guard here. The closest clear matte I could find was $200USD per sq foot - needless to say, I passed

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02-26-2011, 02:00 AM

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Originally Posted by BBTurbo

congrats man, what a month !!!

enjoy it in the finest health, sensational.

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02-26-2011, 03:11 AM

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You could probably keep the matte look on the carbon by wrapping it with Premier Satin Guard. Looks great glossy on your car too Mike.

That is correct. Satin Guard™ is designed to be two tone. In low lighting conditions, the film would look mattish, and in direct sunlight the satin sheen shines through. Applying traditional paint protection film add gloss to the matte gel coat on the GT2 RS's hood.

Satin Guard™ unlike matte and "satin" vinyls on the market, it does have protective capabilities. Traditional vinyl is between 1.5-2.5 mils thick vs. Satin Guard™ at 8 mils thick (0.008"). The film is extremely durable from heat, cold, and the elements, which makes cleaning of the panel covered much easier.

For those outside of California, you can purchase Satin Guard™ to have your clear bra installer perform the application. Cost of the Satin Guard™ is at $9.90 / sq ft + shipping. Contact us for those who are interested in it.

Keep an eye out for our thread posted above with the Satin Guard™ applied to the full vehicle of the '11 GT2 RS!

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