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Old Sep 8, 2010 | 08:46 PM
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has anyone ever used this road wrap to go to a show, the track, or just a cruise?

http://www.afterthoughtsauto.com/road-wrap.html

im just trying to see what u guys think about it
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Old Sep 8, 2010 | 08:55 PM
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Nope, and I'm not sure I would trust it!!

I just keep a towel in my car and if something gets on it from A to B I can just do a quick wipe down.

Otherwise, if the car gets dirty I just wash it when I get home.
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Old Sep 8, 2010 | 09:00 PM
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if i had a nice ***, pristine paint job havin, true garage queen, SHOW ONLY car, that literally drives to car shows and back to its home in the garage, under a cover, then, and only then would i feel the need for that.

outside of that, it's not necessary, to me.
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Old Sep 8, 2010 | 09:02 PM
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i wonder if anyone has ever used it for the rear bumper for the track to keep the rubber from sticking
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Old Sep 8, 2010 | 09:06 PM
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I use this stuff from 3M that we call "Raft Tape", it's a clear electrostatic cling tape that is about a 1/8" thick and very pliable. I wrap the front of the car and lower rockers to prevent chips, works really well and doesn't leave any residue.
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Old Sep 8, 2010 | 09:07 PM
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Originally Posted by Smoke Em
i wonder if anyone has ever used it for the rear bumper for the track to keep the rubber from sticking
^ Spray your panels with Pam or a similar non-stick cooking oil and the rubber won't stick and slides right off when you wash it, won't hurt your paint either...
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Old Sep 8, 2010 | 09:16 PM
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I use this stuff from 3M that we call "Raft Tape", it's a clear electrostatic cling tape that is about a 1/8" thick and very pliable. I wrap the front of the car and lower rockers to prevent chips, works really well and doesn't leave any residue.
is that the stuff that is put on some of the high end cars thats pretty expensive? thats the stuff i really need
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Old Sep 8, 2010 | 09:21 PM
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I think so, I have it on a roll and it's about 6 inches wide. I just cut it off and slap it on and pull it off when needed. I'll see if I can find a part number for it.
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