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Old 08-16-2007, 07:42 PM
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Anyone use painters tape?

I am taking a road trip up to Canada tomorrow and I dont want the front end of my NBP to get all chipped up. Saw a couple people that use painters tape on the front end to prevent this. So I washed my car and used some Zaino QD on it. Then I masked off the front bumper and front half of the hood with the tape. Anyway, I would invest in a bra but I dont have the time nor the money to take a trip to the dealer. Anyone else ever use painters tape?
Old 08-16-2007, 08:19 PM
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I know a lot of people that do this on long road trips. I say go for it.
Old 08-16-2007, 09:15 PM
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Weird, I've never heard of this... good idea though. Especially if it saves you from a few chips in the paint!
Old 08-16-2007, 09:18 PM
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the first 2 feet of the hood and the bumper need 2 layers- that will save you !!
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The problem with painters tape is it doesnt absorb energy. It may help from bug stains, but I think a rock would still do damage. However, its probably better then nothing, even if its just for bugs!
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If it keeps the rock from going ALL the way thru the primer-and just nicks the surface because tape slowed it down, I would be happy with that on a trip
Then retouch all the paint and install a clear bra

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Old 08-16-2007, 11:06 PM
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These little puppies dont get near the attention they deserve. They are awesome tools to have as part of your detailing arsenal. Even around the house, RV, offroad equipmen etc......




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Old 08-16-2007, 11:40 PM
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shhhh my wife keeps eyeing it since the tv commercial shows them using it on kitchen tile grout and around the bathroom faucet.
Looks like I will be getting those extra brushes after all~
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