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Was that film coated with opticoat, CQ, etc? Wow that's a lot of YUCK on that front end! A little amazed it came off so well!

I'm gonna pretend I didn't read that, cuz I just bought all my stuff to correct the light marring so I can put the PPF over it. :autowash:

Agreed. I will probably just follow the manufac's recs. I just caught this. What a terrible pun, LOL. :bash:

That's what's been a little confusing for me. I've had Xpel-authorized installers say to do it OVER the coating, and others say the opposite. As far as the film 'moving', I wonder if that refers to the self-healing properties of the film. And my understanding is that Xpel and Suntek film...

I've seen that, but I'm always a little wary of these recommendations. Sometimes, I think they're looking out for the best interest of their film (adhesions issues), not necessarily the best interest of your car, which is what most of us want. They are not one in the same. They don't want...

When using a clear bra (PPF, Paint Protection Film), is it best to do the coating first, then the PPF over the coating? Or put the PPF on the bare paint? There seem to be opinions on both sides. I've heard experts, installers recommend it either way, which is why I'm a little confused...

Thanks for the reply Zach. I'm going to be tackling my first "real" detail (well, polishing anyway) on an alpine white BMW. I've heard they generally have harder paints, except the jet black, as you said. But I thought they were using water based paints now, and I've heard of people getting way...

I know you stated the paint was pretty thin, but how would rate the hardness? Or hardness of newer BMW paints you've worked on?

Thanks for the suggestions guys. Yeah, San Diego is a little far :P

Pressure washer will definitely save you water. Also, if water consumption is a concern, ONR might be good if it fits your needs.

If time is of any value, and you do end up getting a DA polisher, why not give AutoScrub a go?

Hi all, Long time lurker, and detail hobbyist. I'm in the SF Bay Area, and I'm looking for a good detailer in the East Bay. I enjoy detailing, but find I don't have time these days to do the type of full detail I'd like; the type I see on these forums. A full prep/decon, light polish, and LSP...