Items needed for large size installations (Small size installs can be
applied dry) :
- Spray bottle filled with 24 oz. of clean water and approx. Note: a few drops of
methyl hydrate only may be used in the
solution to assist in evaporation
- One
plastic application card, squeegee (body filler card)
- An X-acto
knife, breakaway blade, or a razor blade
-DO NOT INSTALL OR CLEAN WITH ALCOHOL
BASED PRODUCTS (Methyl Hydrate acceptable)
PREPARATION:
Make sure the area where the film is to be applied is clean and
free from dust, dirt, grease or any other contaminates.
(Use mineral spirits and/or clean soapy water to clean the surface thoroughly.)
Best results are achieved between 60 and 85 degrees F. Wash hands thoroughly
and keep saturated/wet with the application solution
to prevent permanent fingerprints in the adhesive and prevent the film from
properly adhering. Also make sure the film does not come in contact with the
ground or any surface from which it may collect dirt or dust.
APPLYING: Film can be applied dry onto fog lights
and smaller headlights. For large lights, spray a very light
amount of the water solution onto lens & liberally spray on outside of film
(non-adhesive). Then align and apply film to one side or center of the
light or area using the handling tabs . Then using a plastic application card, press down/squeegee the film
with smooth sweeping motions. Do
this across the remainder of the light. If large bubbles are present, peel up
the film to that area and apply again.
Film is very forgiving, which allows you to pull and reapply numerous
times if not satisfied with results.
This can only be done upon initial installation, before curing
process. Note: warming the film with
a heat gun or blow dryer will soften it to help to mold the film around any
difficult, curved areas.
Once applied: If film is not precut then use an X-acto knife, triangular
pointed knife, or razor blade to score the outside layer of the film then trim
off the excess. No need to cut all the way through the film. If product is precut then remove the handling
tabs. Let film dry for a minimum of 30
minutes and carefully wipe off any excess solution. If all moisture has not been evacuated under
film then some fogginess of the film will occur. This is completely normal. Film is breathable and porous –
cloudiness/fog will evaporate with a few days to a few weeks. Depending on film thickness
and sunlight/heat exposure. Any
surface texture, scratches, or ripples will also disappear during this curing
process.
ALLOW 48-72 HOURS FOR ADHESIVE TO SET AND BOND TO YOUR VEHICLE. DO NOT WASH,
NOR DISTURB DURING THE CURING PROCESS.
The film can be
washed with soap and water just as you use on your car's finish. Light scrubbing
is ok as well as a mild solvent if needed. It is important to wax the film at
least 3 times a year w/ a good carnauba wax or 303-Products vinyl conditioner
to maintain the film's U.V. protection.