Saturday, May 9, 2026

PPF (Paint Protection Film)

We have previously applied Suntek Ultra PPF to safeguard the front section of the Chevrolet, including the area from the windscreen to the fenders and bonnet, as well as the vehicle's front segment.


We are considering completing the wrapping of the remaining sections of our vehicle, which include the front and rear passenger doors, canopy doors, and both toolboxes beneath the canopy.


During our investigation, we identified Port Protective Coatings in Port Macquarie, situated approximately 1.5 hours south of our location. This organisation provides BushWrapz and has recently formed a partnership with Xpel. Initially, we scheduled the installation of PPF wrap on our Chevrolet for February 2026. However, the new plotter required for custom panel cutting did not arrive before our departure. As a result, the additional wrapping could not be completed as planned.

 

Due to fuel shortages caused by unrest in the Middle East and the subsequent increase in expenses, we were compelled to conclude our trip to Western Australia prematurely. The installation has been rescheduled to commence on April 28, contingent upon the arrival of their new plotter.

 

We also contemplated having the vehicle wrapped in BushWrapz; however, we decided to proceed with Xpel due to its substantially thicker material. It comes with a ten-year warranty.

 

Xpel presents as a more durable product with a high-gloss finish. Manufactured from elastomeric polyurethane, Ultimate Plus can self-heal minor scratches and swirl marks when gently heated.

 

They arranged for a loan vehicle so we could drive back home and return after the wrapping process was complete. Nonetheless, we felt more comfortable having my wife accompany us in our Honda.



This photo depicts the leading edge of the front door.


The new plotter aligns the wrap so perfectly that it's seamless, making it hard to see where it ends, so saying we were extremely happy with the final result is an understatement.

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