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The first time it was done improperly around the base of the shark fin antenna and they broke the seal. In turn, water got in and screwed up the module which had to be replaced. Second go around with a different shop, the wrap on the shark fin would not hold. They also screwed up the seal and I had the same issue with water getting under the shark fin cover and fried the module. Third go around with a different shop, some air creeped in and caused a large bubble that couldn't be repaired. At this point I said screw it and had it painted. Should have done it from the beginning....Lesson Learned. Love the end product though. Last edited by Sotally Tober; 12-27-2017 at 12:00 PM.. |
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12-28-2017, 10:43 AM | #311 | |
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I have had my roof wrapped for over a year now and it is in perfect condition, no fading, no bubble, no issues. I believe the installer needs to be the best possible and also the quality of the material use is as important. There are tons of cars with full wraps and no issues...I think this was just bad luck!! I think the black roof makes an incredible difference specially on the X6. But i feel your pain! |
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12-28-2017, 10:46 AM | #312 | |
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12-28-2017, 02:31 PM | #313 |
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12-29-2017, 02:13 PM | #314 |
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01-01-2018, 03:12 PM | #315 | |
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If they try to remove the shark fin cover make sure they follow BMW's sealing procedure perfectly to include the exact type of sealant they use. They will need to drop the headliner to do remove it. If they don't remove the shark fin make sure they are gentle at the base and not push in or break the moisture seal. Looking back, I regret not getting it painted off the bat. The cost was just a little more than a high quality wrap job and I personally think it looks better. |
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01-01-2018, 06:17 PM | #316 |
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For your tail lights, did you cut around the silver trim? I have mine tinted but a little worried letting the guys cut around the silver because might cut the tailight itself if not careful?
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01-01-2018, 08:15 PM | #318 |
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01-01-2018, 10:30 PM | #319 | |
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01-01-2018, 10:37 PM | #320 |
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Thank you. I plasti dipped them with a coat or two of glossifier on top. Vinyl wrapping would look great as well and most likely last a while. I wanted a quick fix and really hated the orange so I did it myself. The job has held up great ever since.
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01-01-2018, 10:40 PM | #321 |
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I'm strongly considering blacking out the roof. It will finish the whole look of the car. Everything else is done besides the wheels. I might keep them as is for now. Your car looks great with the roof painted black.
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01-02-2018, 09:28 PM | #322 |
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01-04-2018, 01:55 AM | #325 | |
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01-07-2018, 07:45 PM | #329 |
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Love it! Just enough contrast with the chrome bits to really make the black pop!!
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