Hood wrap DIY?

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Anyone try to wrap your own hood? Since our civics are painted with crayons and scratch..ding...and collect dirt like magnets...Im wondering how hard it is to DIY. Local shop wanted $450 to wrap the hood in 4D carbon.

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The hood is probably one of the easiest parts to wrap. Plenty of youtube videos to learn how to do it
 

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Not surprised by the cost, since it's a premium vinyl and they've got to mark up the install too.

If you're doing it yourself, highly suggest buying enough that you've got extra around the edges, because you really don't want to overstretch, especially with carbon fiber pattern. Getting a friend or two to help stretch it out like a quilt will really make your life easier while you squeegee it from the inside out on compound curves. A heatgun will make your life easier. Really really really be sure the surface is clean. YouTube is your best friend!

If you're buying vinyl online, spend for the real cast stuff (3M or Avery or Orafol) not some cheap calendared stuff.
 

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