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NOLAhummer
12-17-2005, 02:37 PM
Are there any magnetic paint protectors available for 3's yet?
NOLAhummer
12-17-2005, 02:37 PM
Are there any magnetic paint protectors available for 3's yet?
Adam^_^
12-17-2005, 05:42 PM
ive seen them but i cant find em either. i'll keep looking and let u know if find them.
hmrlvr
12-17-2005, 07:03 PM
The only one's I've seem were homemade. They'll be out soon though I bet.
Steve - SanJose
12-20-2005, 03:32 PM
Try the OEM mudflaps, they seem to help some assuming that you are using the base/luxury 32" tires or the Adventure 33" tires.
wannabeH3
12-20-2005, 03:37 PM
i dont think you are on the same page, i think they mean magnetic things that cover the entire door area... and after wheelin last weekend im about ready to go to a sign shop and just buy some stuff and make my own
HummerNewbie
12-20-2005, 03:39 PM
I believe the problem with these is that they do not stick to the fenders. At least that is what I recall reading somewhere.
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by HummerNewbie:
I believe the problem with these is that they do not stick to the fenders. At least that is what I recall reading somewhere. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>The fenders are fiberglass, duh. Magnets won't stick to them. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif
3M makes a clear auto protector you can use for the fenders. Check with Timgco. I'm sure he knows about it.
HummerNewbie
12-20-2005, 03:49 PM
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by KenP:
The fenders are fiberglass, duh. Magnets won't stick to them. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif </div></BLOCKQUOTE>
Yep http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by KenP:
3M makes a clear auto protector you can use for the fenders. Check with Timgco. I'm sure he knows about it. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>
Didn't fstop start to put the 3M protector on a while back and found it didn't match the fender?
Hall Hummer used a CLEAR 3M product on one of their trucks. It looked great. I can get more info if you'd like.
I should correct that, you could barely see it.
HummerNewbie
12-20-2005, 04:06 PM
Looked into the 3M and another brand a while back and they look like the best option for the H3. Would be nice to have the magnetic shields for the rest of the side panels as well.
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by HummerNewbie:
Looked into the 3M and another brand a while back and they look like the best option for the H3. Would be nice to have the magnetic shields for the rest of the side panels as well. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>Yep, you're right. You could make them. Painter's tape holds them on well enough.
timgco
12-20-2005, 04:58 PM
You can get that magnet skin from just about any sign shop or buy the H2 ones and modify. use painters tape like Ken said to hold them in place and use that tape also for your flares when you go on your week long off road trips. A couple of the H2 guys use this stuff and it works well. It just looks a little goofy! http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif
3M clearbra is on Kira's truck. We didn't buy a kit. we had it done custom. We did the main impact areas on the fenders and rocker panel. It's doing it's job. There are a couple of marks in the rear fender flare onthe DRSD that did not reach the paint. WELL WORTH IT!
HummerNewbie
12-20-2005, 05:08 PM
Did you have it custom done at a national chain shop or just someone local? I don't recall if it was the clearbra or the other brand I looked at but they did not have a dealer down here.
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by timgco:
3M clearbra is on Kira. We didn't buy a kit. we had it done custom. We did the main impact areas on the breasts and rock sliders. It's doing it's job. There are a couple of marks in the rear fender flare where the lube didn't quite cover. WELL WORTH IT! </div></BLOCKQUOTE>Fissed
Oh man, I just couldn't resist!!!!
Ipedog
12-20-2005, 06:28 PM
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by KenP:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by timgco:
3M clearbra is on Kira. We didn't buy a kit. we had it done custom. We did the main impact areas on the breasts and rock sliders. It's doing it's job. There are a couple of marks in the rear fender flare where the lube didn't quite cover. WELL WORTH IT! </div></BLOCKQUOTE>Fissed
Oh man, I just couldn't resist!!!! </div></BLOCKQUOTE>
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Ipedog
12-20-2005, 06:40 PM
You might want to see this POST (http://elcova.com/groupee/forums/a/albumcomments/f/2671031121/m/2481030441/r/7661080441#7661080441)
If you feel like a do-it-youself-er you could try THIS (http://new.custom-magnets.com/product_info.php?products_id=340&cPath=2_47)
evomind
12-20-2005, 07:07 PM
i also have 3m...its on my hood, fenders, doors, and rear quarter.
i might add some more coverage to those areas which already have it.
HummerNewbie
12-20-2005, 07:11 PM
Just called the Fast Signs that I do a fair amount of business with and they said $6 a square foot for the magnetic material. Based on previous dealings I think they would probably even come down some on that.
timgco
12-20-2005, 07:44 PM
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by KenP:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by timgco:
3M clearbra is on Kira. We didn't buy a kit. we had it done custom. We did the main impact areas on the breasts and rock sliders. It's doing it's job. There are a couple of marks in the rear fender flare where the lube didn't quite cover. WELL WORTH IT! </div></BLOCKQUOTE>Fissed
Oh man, I just couldn't resist!!!! </div></BLOCKQUOTE>
LMAO! Wait until she views this post! http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_redface.gif
timgco
12-20-2005, 07:46 PM
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by HummerNewbie:
Just called the Fast Signs that I do a fair amount of business with and they said $6 a square foot for the magnetic material. Based on previous dealings I think they would probably even come down some on that. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>
how wide is th eroll? This is important. You will want one sheet to cover as much as possible. Cutting sheets into sections will be a PIA and remember they will have to be taped around all edges too. They will blow off while hwy driving or get pulled off by branches.
HummerNewbie
12-20-2005, 08:03 PM
They said it was 24" wide but I did forget to ask if this was the plain stock price or not.
timgco
12-20-2005, 08:13 PM
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by HummerNewbie:
They said it was 24" wide but I did forget to ask if this was the plain stock price or not. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>
IMO, I would hold out until you find this on a wider role.
The shields for the H2 come in two pieces each for the doors. Upper and Lower. The most inportant areas to tape are the leading and trailing edges. After you've done it a few times it only takes about 30 minutes at the most.
Curiosity got this cat. I measured them. The tallest is about 22".
This is Oldhiker's truck. He uses Painter's tape.
Hummer crazy
12-20-2005, 10:10 PM
Hey I made my door protectors Just go to the Sign Co. Buy a Roll of blank sign magnet It cost me $50 bucks to do all doors hood and roof if you can not get the stuff e-mail me I have a good friend in sign Bizz we can Hook you Up Michael.priester@mchsi.com I use the "BLUE" painters edge tape for all the fender flares its not very sticky it comes off real easy and leave nothing behind or I can make Them and send them to you with the tape all for what it cost me I have the Templets Allready done
timgco
12-21-2005, 12:04 AM
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Hummer crazy:
Hey I made my door protectors Just go to the Sign Co. Buy a Roll of blank sign magnet It cost me $50 bucks to do all doors hood and roof if you can not get the stuff e-mail me I have a good friend in sign Bizz we can Hook you Up Michael.priester@mchsi.com I use the "BLUE" painters edge tape for all the fender flares its not very sticky it comes off real easy and leave nothing behind or I can make Them and send them to you with the tape all for what it cost me I have the Templets Allready done </div></BLOCKQUOTE>
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