Model 3 Center Console Wrap

[eyespii]

Is this similar to installing phone skins?

No. Most phone skin installs that I’ve done involve using a soapy solution to help position the film, and then squeegeeing out the water. This is a completely dry install. U gotta line it up pretty perfectly, place it down, and then “massage out” all the wrinkles. The problem is that it sticks to everything on contact, so you’re constantly needing to lift and and readjust to get a better fit. The material is pretty forgiving and stretchy, but is really hard to work with and line up imo.

 

[NathanielHrnblwr]

No. Most phone skin installs that I’ve done involve using a soapy solution to help position the film, and then squeegeeing out the water. This is a completely dry install. U gotta line it up pretty perfectly, place it down, and then “massage out” all the wrinkles. The problem is that it sticks to everything on contact, so you’re constantly needing to lift and and readjust to get a better fit. The material is pretty forgiving and stretchy, but is really hard to work with and line up imo.

Thanks. Phone skins sound easier

 

[malciv]

I generally update the threads here on TMC when things come back in stock but I'll try and remember to tag you too.

Thanks.

@Kenriko, any update on the wood grain console wrap?

 

[Commish]

Installed @Kenriko 's matte black console wrap this weekend. Super easy and I'm so happy not to have to constantly dust my center console anymore!

 

[jombolo]

I'm actually looking for a clear "protector" instead of a wrap, like this Model 3 Center Console Glossy 3M Protection Cover

Anyone install this or a similar clear gloss protector? I'd like to preserve the high gloss piano black look.TIA

 

[mmccking]

Same, looking for precut XPEL. I personally like the gloss.

 

[Glamisduner]

What happened to the white version?

Also does the white version show in reflection anywhere?

Also is white harder to install for some reason?

 

[krislayman]

I am also looking for the white version and it is no longer available on Amazon. Anyone have an alternative or will @Kenriko become available again?

 

[RandomCony]

Same, looking for precut XPEL. I personally like the gloss.

Xpel sells it on their website. However you can go to an xpel installer and they can download the files and cut their own and install it for you. I paid 100 for mine. Buying the kit from xpel is 60 or 70 I forget

 

[ftlum]

I’m waiting for the white console kit, but was also wondering if there will be a white door trim kit. Not sure how that’d look or function compared to black. Has anyone tried that yet?

 

[irwiny]

I've used 3M 1080 wrap - Carbon Fiber Black CFS12 with a sharp cutting blade and simple tools on 3 cars already and it's pretty easy. Buying a 1ft by 5ft piece on Ebay with the cutting tools cost around $30 bucks and is enough to complete the job and have a couple of spare sheets to do your driver power window switch and steering wheel spokes or another set of center console. I've done 3 cars the past few weeks and it's pretty simple to complete over the weekend. Made some mistakes on my car being first, but the last car came out pretty nice.

The 3M 1080 carbon fiber version being matted is easy to use and mistakes can be corrected or adjusted easily. I would think the high gloss types are harder to use especially the dash edges and corners.

IMO, buying pre-cut wrap is great but I prefer the extra material when buying a 1ft x 5ft

Attached PDF of the different versions of 3M 1080 wrap.

 

[BOBEDIGITL]

Brushed Aluminum...

 

[jellis03]

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Brushed Aluminum...

Looks really nice!

 

[BOBEDIGITL]

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Looks really nice!

Thanks, installer did a very good job. Every person I have shown it to thought the car came that way. Had to explain it was a wrap.

 

[follow.johnny]

I'm actually looking for a clear "protector" instead of a wrap, like this Model 3 Center Console Glossy 3M Protection Cover

Anyone install this or a similar clear gloss protector? I'd like to preserve the high gloss piano black look.TIA

Any luck finding a clear gloss protector that is pre-cut? I'm also looking to keep the gloss piano black look. I currently have the matte black installed and it's pretty flat and boring. I got quotes from other shops that can do a custom install but it's a bit pricey.

 

[smak]

Thanks, installer did a very good job. Every person I have shown it to thought the car came that way. Had to explain it was a wrap.

Where did you take it?

 

[BOBEDIGITL]

@smak I took it to Concourse Auto Spa https://www.yelp.com/biz/concours-auto-spa-torrance-torrance

part of the group buy going on this thread... Recommended PPF installer in So Cal? (West side)

 

[jombolo]

Any luck finding a clear gloss protector that is pre-cut? I'm also looking to keep the gloss piano black look. I currently have the matte black installed and it's pretty flat and boring. I got quotes from other shops that can do a custom install but it's a bit pricey.

I will prprobably go with the RPM option. I saw it installed on another 3 and really liked it

 

[ftlum]

@Kenriko , are you going to have more door trim kits in matte black up on Amazon soon? I’ve been watching the website for awhile and it’s still showing as out of stock. I wouldn’t mind getting an extra kit in white.

(If white door trim kits aren’t in the works, how would I make them myself? Is there a specific vinyl to order and are there any places that would be able to cut the vinyl?)

For the kits in general, I’d actually wouldn’t mind some sort of indicator on the door area to help people use the door buttons and not the emergency lever. It doesn’t have to be something in large friendly letters per se .

 

[Kenriko]

@Kenriko , are you going to have more door trim kits in matte black up on Amazon soon? I’ve been watching the website for awhile and it’s still showing as out of stock. I wouldn’t mind getting an extra kit in white.

(If white door trim kits aren’t in the works, how would I make them myself? Is there a specific vinyl to order and are there any places that would be able to cut the vinyl?)

For the kits in general, I’d actually wouldn’t mind some sort of indicator on the door area to help people use the door buttons and not the emergency lever. It doesn’t have to be something in large friendly letters per se .

Door trims will start coming back in-stock next week.