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New M3P - immediate PPF or wait?

Discussion in 'Model 3: Interior & Exterior' started by gjmccag, Mar 2, 2021 at 4:03 PM.

  1. gjmccag

    gjmccag Member

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    Picking up a Black M3P Monday. I can get the front ppf and ceramic done Friday. Should I get it done ASAP or should I give the paint a bit more time to cure?

    It's spring-ish in Denver

    Thanks
     
  2. Loco_Nomad

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    right away :) paint is more likely cured already, if not, installer should be able to tell, but I would say do it right away to avoid chips
     
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  3. 6spdcoupe

    6spdcoupe Member

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    The ppf installer was my very first destination after pickup from Tesla. And even then he said there was one small rock chip.
     
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  4. Perscitus

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    If you are even considering PPF or liquid PPF, get it done right away. Many go as far as painter taping their frontal area or using a tow truck to prevent post delivery damage on the way to the wrap/ppf/ceramic coat shop. Sign of the times.

    The paint on these things chips and scratches when looked at. Factory buff marks, swirls, orange peel galore, different color tint/hue on plastic vs metal parts, uneven base and clearcoat issues abound 4 years since early sales and 2+ years since production ramp up hell ended. Sad.
     
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  5. UncertainTimes

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    PPF is a waste of money. Fight me.
     
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