Stone chip protection

[Chilliman]

Beastie's going in for a faired in headlamp conversion and front end respray at the end of the month, and I'm thinking about added protection from stone chips... I'm aware of Armourfend, but wondered if anybody has used anything different or has any recommendations?

Thanks in advance,

Chilli

[valhalla]

Hi.Just had the front end of my Tuscan Mk 1 resprayed. I had my paint protection done by using this company www.paintgard.co.uk It was half price of A*m**r*end. he did a Brilliant job.And i'm well pleased with the finish. I had the complete service bonnet covered,looks so much better than the vinyl finishing half way up.
Tell him Dave with the Reflex purple Tuscan purchased from Bespoke TVR recommended him.He is a one man business and his name is Steve.
Dave.

[jfjfjf2]

Chill - Have a look at Wolf Chemicals 'The Mask'. It probably doesn't provide the same level of protection as the films but you can choose when you want it applied and when you don't.

Julian

[Digger]

Apologies for intruding butIf you want to DIY (small area for a reg plate which will be velcro'd) what would be available to buy online, or better to leave it to a pro to provide the correct product?

[7 TVR]

Chilli just had the Sag covered @ Paintshield, its a self repairing film and so far i'm very impressed!
V tidy fit & will be put on the griff next time the nose gets sprayed

[marz92]

7 TVR said:

Chilli just had the Sag covered @ Paintshield, its a self repairing film and so far i'm very impressed!
V tidy fit & will be put on the griff next time the nose gets sprayed

Christian - I know you mentioned that it would be a 'tight squeeze' due to TWO TVR events happening over the same weekend but are you bringing your 'NEW' Sag for all to see at the Neil Garner Open Day on March 30th? As you know my friend's 'UFO' Sag will be on the Surface and Design stand for all to see, after it's recent touch up with S&D and Paintshield - like yours!

Here's hoping you can make part of the Open Day at SN16 9SH - if so, that will make a dozen Sags - Glorious!

Regards
Paul - aka Marz92

[7 TVR]

marz92 said:

Christian - I know you mentioned that it would be a 'tight squeeze' due to TWO TVR events happening over the same weekend but are you bringing your 'NEW' Sag for all to see at the Neil Garner Open Day on March 30th? As you know my friend's 'UFO' Sag will be on the Surface and Design stand for all to see, after it's recent touch up with S&D and Paintshield - like yours!

Here's hoping you can make part of the Open Day at SN16 9SH - if so, that will make a dozen Sags - Glorious!

Regards
Paul - aka Marz92

Hi Paul, i had really wanted to make it this year after my late arrival last year but it looks like i will be getting the early tunnel crossing with a bunch of other TVR loons for a Spa & Ring trip, real shame as it sounds like your going to get a really good turn out with some quality cars!
On a plus note there will be a bunch of very quick TVR'S waving the flag at one of the best circuits in the world so its all good
It would be great if there where some good pictures and video posted for all that cannot make it?

[sgrimshaw]

What's the rough cost of covering the whole car with Paintgard?

[marz92]

7 TVR said:

Hi Paul, i had really wanted to make it this year after my late arrival last year but it looks like i will be getting the early tunnel crossing with a bunch of other TVR loons for a Spa & Ring trip, real shame as it sounds like your going to get a really good turn out with some quality cars!
On a plus note there will be a bunch of very quick TVR'S waving the flag at one of the best circuits in the world so its all good
It would be great if there where some good pictures and video posted for all that cannot make it?

Cheers Christian, Sod's law - like the saying, "and two buses come at once!" Except these are TVRs! I do recall you saying that you were going to Spa. Enjoy!
Pictures? Well it should be me taking them being a photographer!! As i am part running the show!! But that job has been assigned to another keen photographer! Be sure there will be plenty of pics. Besides Sprint want to do a follow up article.
Yes should be good. 80 cars registared on here last year and this year we have nearly double that, so my guess is providing the weather is kind, we could be on for 200 motors!!! Thank god for the nearby farm!!!!
Paul

[Chilliman]

Thanks for all the info and recommendations guys, top tips!!

Looks like you have to get in contact for quotes from the various suppliers etc, will check this out when next home... The Polishedbliss website is very informative

Cheers all,

Chilli

[7 TVR]

sgrimshaw said:

What's the rough cost of covering the whole car with Paintgard?

I would give them a call because the price is very dependant on model and amount covered but the Sag was around a £1000 for front sides and back!

[A900ss]

Chilliman said:

Beastie's going in for a faired in headlamp conversion and front end respray at the end of the month.

Chilli

Please post photos once this is done.

As a (very) new Chim owner I have lots of things I want to do (budget is another matter) but my car will need a front end respray sooner rather than later. I do like the faired in headlight look and I guess it will be cheaper to get the respray done at the same time rather than two individual pieces of work.

Not meaning to the thread hi-jack but my list of 'want to do's' is getting very long.....

[pac1uk]

Another company to checkout for paint protection is http://www.paintshield.co.uk/

They do the paint protection film and the pre cut template kit. They do a Chimaera kit.

[Malex350]

Hi guys

Can I ask if you have any recommendations on where to get front end respray done and also rear arch.

I'm in Hampshire but willing to travel for perfection!

Mark