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ORIGINAL: flexline
Dennis, I'm gonna have to disagree with you on this one. I know for a fact that the paint on the H1 & H2 is a high quality job. I've had body work done on my 2 and the shop had a little difficulty replicating the quality. It took them 3 times to get it right, and they are a top of the line shop. The H2 undergoes a complete immersion in an electrostatic primer bath, thats why they offer a lifetime warranty on body corrosion. I'm not real sure about the warrenty on the 3 in that respect.
Besides, the only guy's complaining about pait are you 3 owners. This isnt the only thread about that. I do agree that offroading has its hazards in the paint dept. but I have had many experiences running down narrow tree lined trails with branches the size of your thumb scraping donwn my paint, like nails on a chalkboard and never a scratch. I drive a highway to work everyday that you could call the worlds biggest sand blaster, I mean I replace my windshield every spring. Currently I have 22 rock chips in my windshild, none in the paint, that cant be a coinsidence. My wifes toyota drives the same highway every day and it looks like it has freckles, so many chips. The H2's paint is bowlingball. This I know.[sm=rant.gif]
Dennis, I'm gonna have to disagree with you on this one. I know for a fact that the paint on the H1 & H2 is a high quality job. I've had body work done on my 2 and the shop had a little difficulty replicating the quality. It took them 3 times to get it right, and they are a top of the line shop. The H2 undergoes a complete immersion in an electrostatic primer bath, thats why they offer a lifetime warranty on body corrosion. I'm not real sure about the warrenty on the 3 in that respect.
Besides, the only guy's complaining about pait are you 3 owners. This isnt the only thread about that. I do agree that offroading has its hazards in the paint dept. but I have had many experiences running down narrow tree lined trails with branches the size of your thumb scraping donwn my paint, like nails on a chalkboard and never a scratch. I drive a highway to work everyday that you could call the worlds biggest sand blaster, I mean I replace my windshield every spring. Currently I have 22 rock chips in my windshild, none in the paint, that cant be a coinsidence. My wifes toyota drives the same highway every day and it looks like it has freckles, so many chips. The H2's paint is bowlingball. This I know.[sm=rant.gif]
ORIGINAL: Dennis
Mark..I understand you wanting to keep the new car look, as I intend to do..But I don't think there is a car made that the paint can withstand the rigors of OFF ROADING and I don't think any of the HUMMER models holds a higher candle to any better claim to fame in the paint dept...It is an accepted fact amongst the off roaders that a scratch or dent is a baptism by fire sort of honor badge (sick bastards), but anyway Keep a good polymer protectant on the finish and that will somewhat repel minor pin striping by tree branches...See this THREAD for the best stuff that's affordable.
Mark..I understand you wanting to keep the new car look, as I intend to do..But I don't think there is a car made that the paint can withstand the rigors of OFF ROADING and I don't think any of the HUMMER models holds a higher candle to any better claim to fame in the paint dept...It is an accepted fact amongst the off roaders that a scratch or dent is a baptism by fire sort of honor badge (sick bastards), but anyway Keep a good polymer protectant on the finish and that will somewhat repel minor pin striping by tree branches...See this THREAD for the best stuff that's affordable.
PS..Aren't the H1 or the military Humvees made out of Kevlar?
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Mark..I understand you wanting to keep the new car look, as I intend to do..But I don't think there is a car made that the paint can withstand the rigors of OFF ROADING and I don't think any of the HUMMER models holds a higher candle to any better claim to fame in the paint dept...It is an accepted fact amongst the off roaders that a scratch or dent is a baptism by fire sort of honor badge (sick bastards), but anyway Keep a good polymer protectant on the finish and that will somewhat repel minor pin striping by tree branches...See this THREAD for the best stuff that's affordable.
Mark..I understand you wanting to keep the new car look, as I intend to do..But I don't think there is a car made that the paint can withstand the rigors of OFF ROADING and I don't think any of the HUMMER models holds a higher candle to any better claim to fame in the paint dept...It is an accepted fact amongst the off roaders that a scratch or dent is a baptism by fire sort of honor badge (sick bastards), but anyway Keep a good polymer protectant on the finish and that will somewhat repel minor pin striping by tree branches...See this THREAD for the best stuff that's affordable.
I just bought that yesterday bcause you said it was good so i went to wash the truck yesterday to put that on and the thing is all scratched it like they put a thin layer of paint on the car my 4 runner paint was like rocks. likey i have not taken it 4 wheeling
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.See this THREAD for the best stuff that's affordable.
I just bought that yesterday bcause you said it was good so i went to wash the truck yesterday to put that on and the thing is all scratched it like they put a thin layer of paint on the car my 4 runner paint was like rocks. likey i have not taken it 4 wheeling
.See this THREAD for the best stuff that's affordable.
I just bought that yesterday bcause you said it was good so i went to wash the truck yesterday to put that on and the thing is all scratched it like they put a thin layer of paint on the car my 4 runner paint was like rocks. likey i have not taken it 4 wheeling
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Here's something that might help as well. I ordered the set for mine.
http://www.xpel.com/products/configu...=51&model=1065
http://www.xpel.com/products/configu...=51&model=1065
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I'm not following you..Are you saying it didn't help??..I used it on the H3 with spectacular results, I've used it on the wifey's Jag (dark Green) and I've never seen a more deep wet shine and the fine swirls and scratches disappear. Makes the finish look like glass..I won't use anything else...Meguires says they'll refund you if you're not satisfied..
ORIGINAL: dilo2001gt
.See this THREAD for the best stuff that's affordable.
I just bought that yesterday bcause you said it was good so i went to wash the truck yesterday to put that on and the thing is all scratched it like they put a thin layer of paint on the car my 4 runner paint was like rocks. likey i have not taken it 4 wheeling
.See this THREAD for the best stuff that's affordable.
I just bought that yesterday bcause you said it was good so i went to wash the truck yesterday to put that on and the thing is all scratched it like they put a thin layer of paint on the car my 4 runner paint was like rocks. likey i have not taken it 4 wheeling
No i have not have a chance to i been doing eveything tring to get the scatch out it very light on the front fender could not be some where i could not see it plus today i bought the detailer too so i have the wax and detailer
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Here's something that might help as well. I ordered the set for mine.
http://www.xpel.com/products/configu...=51&model=1065
Here's something that might help as well. I ordered the set for mine.
http://www.xpel.com/products/configu...=51&model=1065
Let us know when you get it on and send pics
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G Man, how do you like the Xpel protectant film? I am thinking of getting it as well, but wanted to hear if you liked it or not. Thanks.
ORIGINAL: G Man
Here's something that might help as well. I ordered the set for mine.
http://www.xpel.com/products/configu...=51&model=1065
Here's something that might help as well. I ordered the set for mine.
http://www.xpel.com/products/configu...=51&model=1065
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G Man, how do you like the Xpel protectant film? I am thinking of getting it as well, but wanted to hear if you liked it or not. Thanks.
G Man, how do you like the Xpel protectant film? I am thinking of getting it as well, but wanted to hear if you liked it or not. Thanks.
ORIGINAL: G Man
Here's something that might help as well. I ordered the set for mine.
http://www.xpel.com/products/configu...=51&model=1065
Here's something that might help as well. I ordered the set for mine.
http://www.xpel.com/products/configu...=51&model=1065
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Cool. Thanks for the info. I ordered a Victory Red H3 with the off-road package back in March. My dealer called me today to say that it's built and should arrive at the dealership by the end of the month. I'll have the Xpel put on it soon after.
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I'm getting that stuff put on as well. Mine is 3M. I dont know if they are the manufaturer and Xpel is the brand nname, or if it is a different product. I'm not stopping at the bra area and rockers, though. I'm getting the sides done as well to protect from scratches and off road paint damage. Grand total on that job will be $1100