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05-02-2017, 12:51 PM | #1 |
Not Yet Wild
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How much wrap do I need???
I am pondering a couple of options for my new to me 01 EZGO TXT.
Option 1 would be to wrap it in a solid color. Any ideas how many and what size sheet(s) I should order for this? Option 2 would be to get the center/raised section of the front and the areas below the body line on the sides around to the back of the cart. Any ideas how many and what size sheet(s) I should order for this? Thanks |
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05-03-2017, 11:12 AM | #2 |
Gone Wild
Join Date: May 2011
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Re: How much wrap do I need???
That's some pretty specific information you are asking for. I don't recall anyone ever asking about making their own wraps. You are probably going to have to go old school and do your best to measure the surface area you are trying to cover.
Are you sure you even want to go that route? There are more than a handful of vendors online that sell wraps that are cut and ready to be installed. They aren't all that much money. $300 or so for solid colors. |
05-03-2017, 11:56 AM | #3 | |
Not Yet Wild
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Re: How much wrap do I need???
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05-03-2017, 12:50 PM | #4 |
Gone Wild
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Location: Pittsburgh
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Re: How much wrap do I need???
I wasn't knocking you my good man! With the "no one ever asked that" line I didn't mean that to be a dig in any way! I was trying to say I don't recall this ever being a topic here so don't be shocked if you don't get a response. Didn't want you to think guys were blowing you off.
I just wanted to make sure that you knew that those wraps our available. Cool if you like to do that stuff yourself. I am the same way. |
05-03-2017, 02:29 PM | #5 |
Gone Wild
Join Date: Nov 2016
Location: Wilmington NC USA
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Re: How much wrap do I need???
I did a full wrap on my cart and I think it took about 12ft of the roll if I remember, you have a lot of scrap but to get the full amount with no seems you need the 12ft. Here's a couple pictures.
The better brands like 3M are the best to work with and last longer. The adhesive is better and wraps to convex curves better also. |
05-03-2017, 02:53 PM | #6 |
never finished
Join Date: Oct 2016
Location: northeast ohio
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Re: How much wrap do I need???
I wrapped my 01 txt 3 years ago. I found it in 36" wide and ordered (I think 15 feet(could have maybe done it with 12) as stated there is a lot of waste. if you do the front hood in one piece (I did) then one down each side in the back(2'x4' ish) (rear fenders are a pain) one for the center (1'x3'ish. then some pieces for the bagwell(just use scrapes). please don't use my measurements to cut by. will also warn that the body has to be as good as for paint. I didn't know that and some sanding lines show. think all said and done had about $150 with wrap, filler, sand paper and beer
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05-03-2017, 03:36 PM | #7 | |
Not Yet Wild
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Re: How much wrap do I need???
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Thanks for the input Seaquell and Jethaulin. I am looking at getting a 5X15' roll of wrap form VViViD Vinyls. I figure that should give me plenty to work with and having some extra will probably be a good thing. I have heard good things about their vinyls so I am thinking I will be OK there. |
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05-03-2017, 04:06 PM | #8 |
Gone Wild
Join Date: Feb 2013
Location: NC/SC
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Re: How much wrap do I need???
I too am considering wrapping my CCDS. I've never done one before but it can't be rocket science. What color are you thinking of? Why did you decide on Vivid? I'm looking at the carbon fiber colors or something gloss. I would like to hear more about installation from someone who has done one. Seams are something I've gotten several opinions on. Some say butt joints, some say overlap. Keep us posted on your progress.
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05-03-2017, 05:22 PM | #9 | |
Not Yet Wild
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Re: How much wrap do I need???
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I will let you know how it goes. BTW that is a sweet looking Vette you have there. Last edited by Hawkeyestoob; 05-03-2017 at 05:23 PM.. Reason: added info |
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05-03-2017, 05:27 PM | #10 |
Gone Wild
Join Date: Jan 2017
Location: Metairie louisiana
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Re: How much wrap do I need???
I bought 12'x5' 3m control tac. First time I ever wrapped something. I did the font cowl by myself and I definitely could have used a extra set of hands. There was a few times i was like rip it all off. Definitely have to have patience.
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