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Forum: Exterior & Interior 04-20-2010, 02:23 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,841
Posted By HTP AutoWorks
InvisiblePatterns has THE WORST patterns out...

InvisiblePatterns has THE WORST patterns out there. They are designed for any amature installer to apply... and you will not get good results with them if you are concerned about looks. Thats the...
Forum: Nissan 370Z General Discussions 04-07-2010, 06:10 AM
Replies: 141
Views: 21,880
Posted By HTP AutoWorks
Viper RT/10s are really nothing to brag about....

Viper RT/10s are really nothing to brag about. The first generation Viper RT/10 was 400hp, 0-60 4.6 and quarter in 13.1. My Jeep will beat that. Second Gen was 450hp, 0-60 in 4.0 and quarter in 12.2....
Forum: Nissan 370Z General Discussions 04-06-2010, 09:58 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 21,880
Posted By HTP AutoWorks
This wouldnt even be a race. I have raced...

This wouldnt even be a race. I have raced numerous Cobras in my 04 Viper and stock... they are fast. Not as fast as the Viper... not even close, but I have ran up against a few that were modded (and...
Forum: Nissan 370Z General Discussions 04-03-2010, 09:08 PM
Replies: 304
Views: 55,894
Posted By HTP AutoWorks
Completely false. I have been installing film on...

Completely false. I have been installing film on HID lights for years without any issues at all. It will not cause the ligts to burn out earlier and the film will not yellow. But going without film...
Forum: Exterior & Interior 04-01-2010, 09:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,172
Posted By HTP AutoWorks
Thats actually not high at all. I charge more...

Thats actually not high at all. I charge more than that. It all depends on where you are at, what film is being used, and how good the installer is. Remember, you get what you pay for. Just like...
Forum: Exterior & Interior 04-01-2010, 04:57 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,196
Posted By HTP AutoWorks
I went through and read your example. I am not...

I went through and read your example. I am not sure it prooves anything though as one installer is not recomending it due to warranty issues. There are numerous customers in here though posting that...
Forum: Exterior & Interior 03-30-2010, 10:55 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,196
Posted By HTP AutoWorks
I have been using Zaino... and recommending my...

I have been using Zaino... and recommending my clients use Zaino on VentureShield for the last 6 years. I have never had one come back due to yellowing... because Zaino will not yellow over time like...
Forum: Member's 370Z Gallery 03-27-2010, 08:45 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,783
Posted By HTP AutoWorks
Yeah what he did was terrible. There should be no...

Yeah what he did was terrible. There should be no need to cut into the paint I can look at the rest of your photos and see irregular lines where he DID cut the film on the car... and cut your paint....
Forum: Member's 370Z Gallery 03-26-2010, 02:09 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,783
Posted By HTP AutoWorks
Guys you are all mising the point here. He cut...

Guys you are all mising the point here. He cut the paint... all the way around the car. If he had not free handed it it would still look poor. But I can see in the photos that he cut almost every...
Forum: Exterior & Interior 03-25-2010, 04:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,586
Posted By HTP AutoWorks
3M did buy out VentureShield but it is still two...

3M did buy out VentureShield but it is still two seperate films manufactured in two different places.

I prefer Ventureshield Ultra but there are some installer that use 3M. Either way you will be...
Forum: Exterior & Interior 03-25-2010, 04:24 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,196
Posted By HTP AutoWorks
I have read that same review. Its good...

I have read that same review. Its good information but I do beelive that Xpel does not hold up well. I have seen yellowing and also cases where the finish did not hold up well.
Forum: Member's 370Z Gallery 03-25-2010, 04:12 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,783
Posted By HTP AutoWorks
Man I am an installer and I have to tell you that...

Man I am an installer and I have to tell you that is a terrible job. In many of the photos I could easily see he cut your paint up. That is not only terrible it should be criminal. That is no...
Forum: Nissan 370Z General Discussions 03-25-2010, 04:02 PM
Replies: 304
Views: 55,894
Posted By HTP AutoWorks
So I guess it makes sense that you would install...

So I guess it makes sense that you would install 3M and ClearShield on your daily drivers since they also warranty the labor involved on removing and replacing the film. I am curious though on the...
Forum: Exterior & Interior 03-24-2010, 09:11 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,715
Posted By HTP AutoWorks
It is recommended for any color. The newer films...

It is recommended for any color. The newer films will not yellow. It also helps if you use a good sealant or polymer on the clear bra instead of wax. A lot of the yellowing that was going on was...
Forum: Nissan 370Z General Discussions 03-24-2010, 07:07 AM
Replies: 304
Views: 55,894
Posted By HTP AutoWorks
Send me a PM with your phone number. I am a...

Send me a PM with your phone number. I am a ventureShield installer and it sounds like you got the lower end film. I will be happy to help you with your issues with your clear bra. There are some...
Forum: Nissan 370Z General Discussions 03-24-2010, 07:05 AM
Replies: 304
Views: 55,894
Posted By HTP AutoWorks
DO NOT GO WITH ClearShield. Any installer that...

DO NOT GO WITH ClearShield. Any installer that would try and sell you that garbage does not know what he is doing. ClearShield is made by Bekeart... and is one of the worst films in the industry. 3M...
Forum: Exterior & Interior 03-24-2010, 07:01 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,974
Posted By HTP AutoWorks
3M is a terrible film to go with on black. It has...

3M is a terrible film to go with on black. It has entirely too much orange peel in it and really stands out on black. Look at the bottom of this webpage and you will see what 3M looks like compared...
Forum: New 370Z Owner 03-23-2010, 09:33 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,777
Posted By HTP AutoWorks
Just take the car there clean. You're installer...

Just take the car there clean. You're installer will appreciate that. And they will prep the surface for the film. I always make sure it is perfectly clean. Usually I use a 3M adhesive remover to get...
Forum: Exterior & Interior 03-21-2010, 03:47 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,974
Posted By HTP AutoWorks
Home (http://www.htpautoworks.com/Gallery-1.html)...

Home (http://www.htpautoworks.com/Gallery-1.html)

Here are some pics. I am an installer and I have to admit some of your worries/concerns I have never heard before. The clear bra protects the...
Forum: Exterior & Interior 03-18-2010, 10:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,401
Posted By HTP AutoWorks
Never heard of the shop before but I do not...

Never heard of the shop before but I do not recommend them cutting the film on the car. There are only a handful of installers that can custom cut film without damaging the paint. And really there is...
Forum: Exterior & Interior 03-18-2010, 06:59 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,305
Posted By HTP AutoWorks
No it wont get worse. The film has an adhesive on...

No it wont get worse. The film has an adhesive on the underside and it will stick to the surface.. without any airpockets.
Forum: Exterior & Interior 03-17-2010, 01:00 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,305
Posted By HTP AutoWorks
Applying the clear bra over the chips will not...

Applying the clear bra over the chips will not enhance them in anyway. It may actually help a little as it will smooth the surface of the car out a little. Doing a little touch up to fill the color...
Forum: Nissan 370Z General Discussions 03-16-2010, 07:09 AM
Replies: 304
Views: 55,894
Posted By HTP AutoWorks
FricFrac I am going to be MORE than happy to...

FricFrac I am going to be MORE than happy to reply to your above post with PROOF that the film does work. I dont know what your experience is with paint protection film but I can tell it is very...
Forum: Exterior & Interior 03-12-2010, 04:59 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,917
Posted By HTP AutoWorks
Clear bras iseally should be installed at the...

Clear bras iseally should be installed at the dealership before they roll off the lot. As soon as you drive it you are chancing getting chips. I never recommend anyone get it "later down the road"...
Forum: Exterior & Interior 03-08-2010, 12:15 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,228
Posted By HTP AutoWorks
This isnt just a Nissan issue. It is across the...

This isnt just a Nissan issue. It is across the board these days. All auto manufacturers have to follow the EPA rules and regulations. The EPA has enacted several new laws requiring auto...
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