Clear bra paint protection, Has anyone done this to their 914, if so, what brand? looking at the do-it-myself option Options

[DRPHIL914]

I just started shopping this but I want to drive my car but this pain is not as durable as the original I think, maybe its the clear coat not thick or hard enough or maybe my painter used a lower quality paint? I have 3 chips all my fault , something bumped or hit but this seems to be way too easily chipped. SO before I have one chip on front hood or back, I am want to do a clear wrap or clear bra , on the whole surface.
I just saw an episode of the Bitchin' Rides and they did a whole car. no idea what product the used but I cant afford to pay someone else to do this. So it will be a do it yourself project. and I spent too much on paint and body to have to do this again in a few years! and I want to drive the car on the road some with out worrying about every piece of sand or bug etc possibly causing a chip.

Anyone with experience doing this? please share your thoughts and experiences here!

Phil

[Chi-town]

A good friend of mine has been installing it on high end cars for years.
It does work well.

A few things to note:
Don't put it on white or light silver cars as it will yellow more quickly

Try to find an installer who doesn't just use the standard templates as these normally don't wrap around the edges

Avery film usually has less issues than 3M

If you put it on a car that has been repainted wait at least 6 moths before installing it. (de-gassing)

If you want to try and install it yourself there are quite a few little tricks to getting it right.

Wash the area with a high quality car wash without a wax additive

Prep the area with a full alcohol wipe or panel prep solution

In your sprayer use distilled water & alcohol with just a drop or so of Johnson baby shampoo.

Keep your hands and all surfaces dripping wet while installing

Use a heat gun around complex curves to get a little stretch.

Good luck!

[sithot]

I've had several cars done. The guy I've used is a consummate professional and has a client list of Ferraris, Lamborghinis, Porsches, BMW's and other very rare exotics.
I wouldn't consider doing his job after watching what goes into a 1st class wrap.

Another fellow who is an up and comer in the detailing business did this to his 1 Series
BMW for advertising purposes. His attention to detail is incredible.