DIY PPF - DO IT YOURSELF THE BASICS TO A SUCCESSFUL FULL HOOD BULK CLEAR BRA PPF INSTALLATION!

In this video, Eric goes over the basics to a proper bulk hood paint protection film.
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[@Maugwa]

Most installers want to make you believe this IS ROCKET SCIENCE. It's not, ANYONE can do this, take your time for perfection.

[@DriveProtected]

You got that right!

[@DrJoonPark]

Thank you for saying this, I'm starting to think I might be able to do it. What's the worst case scenario if I screw up? Can I just rip it off?

[@HeadsUpSafety1]

Out…flipping…standing. This is one of the most comprehensive videos I’ve seen on anything! Amazing job!

[@DriveProtected]

Thank you so much!

[@sanfranla9039]

Beautiful !! 👏🏽 I really like how you showed mistakes and the solution to them! Thank you. I’m a detailer (5 years) and this new year I’m going to be implementing ppf into my services

[@DriveProtected]

Good luck! Shoot me an email at [e-mail] if you need any help!

[@Tintdaddy88]

What about the jump cut lmao

[@startingtech3900]

hey bro how did it go a year later you doing PPF ??

[@NoLurp]

Any update? I just started doing PPF and it’s hard 😂

[@leew3084]

You make it look so easy but clearly it takes some talent to do this...and patience.

[@DriveProtected]

🙏🙏🙏 patience is important with PPF!

[@towersroofinginc422]

Your patience is incredible. I would have freaked the hell out and broken something.

[@precisionboatbuilder]

Absolutely awesome video! Huge help for a beginner.

[@DriveProtected]

🙏🙏🙏

[@imrangujjar8736]

Sir, you got a protection on a very great bond. Thank you very much.

[@aliashraf3621]

Nice video - I liked how you went through the couple of issues that can crop up and how to solve them!

[@DriveProtected]

Thank you! Glad you found value in them!

[@detailboyzglendora2772]

Awesome video and thanks for being transparent

[@gth648]

Thanks for sharing brother! Great job. Keep up the great work.

[@DriveProtected]

Thank you for the kind words and for watching!! Very much appreciated!!

[@chloeleedow7250]

That tack stuff is crazy. So cool 😎

[@marcg1964]

Extremely interesting and educational for a DIY'er. Thank you for explaining everything in such detail.

[@DriveProtected]

Thank you for the kind words and the support. Greatly appreciated!

[@smita1008]

By far the clearest demonstration I've seen! Thank you!

[@DriveProtected]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@SainiBadwalUSA]

been looking for this kind of video I am getting my truck and will do it my self.

[@1tdillon]

Best PPF vids out there...straight to the point and provides the need to know details for DIYers. Been corresponding with Eric on a pre-cut set for new Tacoma and he has been unbelievably helpful. Support the channel and business.

[@DriveProtected]

Thanks for the kind words and the support! Greatly appreciated!

[@Rayshader]

Thanks for sharing, great stuff!

[@ryan4carvids]

Made this look so easy.. people have no idea!!

[@DriveProtected]

Haha! Thanks!

[@steelydan133]

you the man! very nicely done and explained

[@DriveProtected]

🙏🙏🙏

[@salimrandall]

Insane attention to detail.

[@DriveProtected]

Thank you!!

[@ch-lx2fl]

Great video! Thanks.

[@eddyngan9293]

Amazing video. Really great job....

[@peterchristensen5619]

Very good video, not often that mistakes and corrections are shown in videos

[@swbyui]

He makes me feel confident I could do it just as well lol he explained it so well

[@LMFAORTB]

This video gave me the confidence to do this myself, thank you!!

[@DriveProtected]

You’re welcome! If you ever have any questions, shoot me an email at [e-mail]

[@alvinabrams1917]

Outstanding video brother!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@DriveProtected]

Thank you!!

[@darkcloud6888]

Great work.

[@dandee28]

thanks for the tutorial brotha

[@pnmpl]

Great video !!!!

[@jerjaws]

Excellent video

[@DriveProtected]

Thank you!!

[@akmanserhat]

Good job nice result

[@DriveProtected]

Thank you!!

[@mrsimo7144]

Brilliant. Thanks. What's tack solution and slip solution, please?

[@erickbravo9468]

Amazing video! Took a 3 day class few weeks ago and haven’t been able to get it down. Amazing job explaining the process. Ready to get to practice tomorrow!

[@DriveProtected]

Let me know if you need any help! [e-mail]

[@blanehartleb2754]

What an amazing video...

[@ramirocosta1]

great vid will try.

[@DriveProtected]

🙏

[@namtao15]

Great video man thank you!🙏

[@Infofunation]

Excellent video! I can’t even make my bed without wrinkles in it. So nope, I’m not going to wrap my car!!

[@igornovik3468]

Really nice job man!

[@TintandTransform]

awesome video, adding this to my tinting business.

[@DriveProtected]

Thanks! Email me if you ever need any help with anything - [e-mail]

[@Fabricedrd]

Well done !!! 😎👏🏽

[@DriveProtected]

Thank you!!

[@morningtidefilms]

What a fantastic video, so well done. Wish you were in my area, I’d pay you to install PPF on my new ride.

[@DriveProtected]

🙏🙏🙏

[@GR018]

Outstanding

[@DriveProtected]

🙏

[@remomiyamoto6104]

Fantastic video. Thanks for explaining your work. My only question is what is the tac solution made of?

[@DriveProtected]

Just warm water.

[@nitrokyosho]

Nice video

[@3istzero]

Amazing

[@DriveProtected]

🙏🙏🙏

[@cennsa140driver]

Thanks!

[@stephenwhite5444]

Awesome video! Do you have any idea how many feet it takes to do a F250 crew cab with full size bed?

[@DriveProtected]

Shoot me a email at [e-mail] and I’ll help you out!!

[@bobkrueger194]

Fantastic video. Thanks. How do you use bulk on the front facia? I am wanting to get away from having to buy precut kits. Kind of expensive.

[@DriveProtected]

If you've never done PPF before, pre-cut film is the way to go.

[@GoDetailerGo]

Awesome video man. How long did this hood take you if you dont mind me asking. I also want to say thank you for being so positive throughout. I recently watched a different video where the guy was actually trying to convince his audience that PPF was snakeoil.

[@DriveProtected]

Thanks for the kind words! PPF is the furthest thing from snake oil.

[@BringItMuscleCars]

another great video. I really like them. I am getting ready to do my first PPF install and I am going to order some items from you. I want to support you for making good teaching videos.

[@DriveProtected]

Hey man! That’s awesome. Before you order, reach out to me at [e-mail] and I’ll set you up with a coupon code so you can save some $$

[@mrpsycho7708]

@@DriveProtected Im looking to attempt myself on my 21 sierra. Any tips or discounts?

[@DriveProtected]

Hey man, shoot me a email, [e-mail] and go over everything you need to know to protect your 21 Sierra. Plus I’ll get you a discount as well!

[@waynemetroke7962]

Really great job ! How much does it cost roughly to do a hood of a Silverado like that ?

[@DriveProtected]

$5-600 ish

[@davidhancock91]

Great stuff, just wonder about the knife contacting the paint on the Pinch welds?

[@DriveProtected]

No worries about that.

[@Beyondspotlessauto]

Thank you for this. Trying to do it on my 2022 BMW, you mentioned you preped it already with isopropyl alcohol, what is the dilation rate for it?

[@DriveProtected]

I use it straight at 90% to prep the surface!

[@GarageKing]

Great video, what type of squeegee do you recommend. you mentioned the 3M hard card at the end, but what was the pink one?

[@DriveProtected]

The ones we recommend are the pink ones on our site www.DriveProtected.shop

[@GarageKing]

@@DriveProtected Thank you !!

[@roytjm1]

What size is that ppf film and were did you buy it good job thanks for explaining

[@DriveProtected]

This would be roughly 60”wide by 75”long. Email me at [e-mail] and I can hook you up with the film!

[@AtkinsAtelier]

Nice work, some lateral stretching, left to right on the front section of the film will relieve those fingers and make it wrap easier. You'll just have to chase that excess around to the apillar corner. Hard truck hood, hard color, excellent work. I enjoy that hard card but only when I have teflon tape on the edges. ;)

[@DriveProtected]

Thanks for the kind words! I do agree with the hard card, Teflon would make things easier haha!

[@AtkinsAtelier]

@@DriveProtected I've installed for 15 years and never once used a hard card. I went to WFTC for PPF and my manufacturer had just produced a 1/2" telfon tape dispenser. Changed my world lol. Saves cards and I replace it with every new install to keep it smooth. Check it out

[@DriveProtected]

I’m going to have to. Thanks for the tip! Very appreciated

[@Defyfate11]

@@AtkinsAtelier can you provide a link to the telfon tape dispenser? thx :)

[@mattb9664]

I suppose it's easier to avoid contaminants (which in my case was these little black speck that came from nowhere) if you use an entire sheet rather than a pre-cut sheet. It's probably cheaper too.

[@DriveProtected]

Tough to say honestly. Contaminants can come from anywhere like the air, your clothing, dirty backing paper, bad quality water etc. Biggest key to avoiding contamination is to minimize the amount of time the adhesive is exposed to the air

[@hamradiostation_M0UGE]

what are you using for the slip solution ?

[@VamshiReddyAekkati]

I see slip and tac solution, when are you using either of them, you initially used slip and sometimes you used tac. Got one from you for model y full front.

[@DriveProtected]

Slip solution is used to glide the film into place, Tack solution is used lock the film into place. Thank you so much for your support!

[@702beats4]

Great video! What’s the squeegee that you use in your applications also do you use the fusion solution straight or you still mix something else? Thank you.

[@DriveProtected]

Thanks! The squeegee is the pink Fusion Turbo and the solution is mixed.

[@702beats4]

How do you mix the solution? Thank you very much.

[@DriveProtected]

It comes in a one gallon jug with a hand pump on it. I just use one pump in a 1 litre stay bottle of water.

[@702beats4]

Thanks, awesome videos!

[@DriveProtected]

Thanks for watching!!

[@Weathergeekdan]

When doing bulk on fenders and areas where you can't access the edges or underneath, how do you cut it accurately without damaging the paint? I almost think overtime the precut PPF kits will show dirt along the edges since they aren't wrapped over the edge.

[@DriveProtected]

So in those situations you would trim along the edge of the panel. The pre-cut film can indeed cause dirt build up over time, but proper washing and vehicle maintenance can help avoid any dirt build up on edges.

[@Dibs03]

What film and products are you using? I am very new to PPF installations using XPEL. What is the Tack solution? Is it the same as XPEL gel?

[@DriveProtected]

We use XPEL ULTIMATE PLUS PPF. All of our tools and solutions can be found in some of the first videos posted on our channel early 2020. Check them out!

[@supermodestmouse]

appreciate the video! I just got a new car and am planning on doing this asap. but i have literally zero idea what i'm doing.

[@DriveProtected]

Shoot me an email at [e-mail]

[@sloreo8278]

At about 12:00 when you were finishing up the hood before trimming, were you using tac or soap to finish up the edges? Before you trimmed it.

[@DriveProtected]

Tack solution to help dry out the edges

[@scmtkings4]

Thanks for the video. Whats in the tack solution exactly?

[@DriveProtected]

Just hot water

[@nathanield.4527]

What did you do with the back edge portion closest to the windshield? Did you wrap it around the edge or did you cut it on the top of the painted surface?

[@DriveProtected]

We wrapped it

[@ozzywraps1196]

Great Video! Can I use soap and water as my slip solution and tact solution when applying PPF?

[@DriveProtected]

Yup!

[@ozzywraps1196]

What are the ratios and can the same solution be used for both slip solution and tact solution?

[@stingerranger4942]

i was thinking to use magnet to hold it down for small slipery part

[@DriveProtected]

A magnet may work out well

[@keonivaldez7198]

Can you do a video with the heat process too?

[@DriveProtected]

Check out this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qauvfYB3i9yGa9E

[@jackyphotos]

Hello, may I ask that no need to use heat gun? btw great vid.

[@DriveProtected]

Heat gun was used on edges of the film once done the install. I just don’t always show it in the videos.

[@reppit7497]

When you pull and tack down the front corners do you pull straight down or at an angle, if theres 2 people doing a hood do we pull and tack at the same time?

[@DriveProtected]

I like to pull in a triangle shape and downwards. If you have an extra set of hands that would be a massive help when pulling/tacking

[@HungVu-zo2fp]

Thank you for the informative video. I want to do it myself because it’s so expensive at a shop. My question is can you mess it up ? How long did it take to to do this?

[@DriveProtected]

Yes you can totally mess it up. My recommendation is that you would find some smaller pieces of film and practice with prior to starting your installation.

[@HungVu-zo2fp]

@@DriveProtected thank you for quick input.

[@gk9417]

Do you paint correction the hood to take out swirls first 🤷🏼‍♂️🙏✌️🇨🇦

[@DriveProtected]

Nope. We don’t do corrections.

[@chriscoesbodyshop]

Great work, how long does it take to do a hood like this?

[@DriveProtected]

Took me about 20 minutes to do it.

[@koloasurf2012]

Your tack solutions, do you use 100% 70 to 90 % rubbing alcohol or do you mix water with it? Thx

[@DriveProtected]

Mixed with water and I prefer to use the strongest alcohol I can find. In my case more often than not it’s 90+%

[@xzy88239]

Could someone provide a complete list of materials required to accomplish this job, please ? What's the ratio of water-to-soap solution, etc... ? Thx!

[@MasryMotors]

Can you tack down the hood bulk on a fender that has PPF already?

[@DriveProtected]

Sure can!

[@BentleysGarage]

Is there an ideal temperature inside your shop for installs? It seems that if it’s too hot the film will set too quickly so what is too hot for an install?

[@DriveProtected]

Well I just did an install in a garage in 100 degree weather and we were able to do a successful install. The key is using a TON of slip solution. Ideal temperatures would be 70-85 degrees in my opinion.

[@edbestward1081]

Are you not concerned about adhesive stretch marks when you pull the 4 corners?

[@DriveProtected]

I’d you know how much you need to stretch you have nothing to worry about.

[@Freejohnsilkyputty]

Hey have you worked with that self healing Kavaca film? What do you recommend to use for a diy project? Thanks

[@DriveProtected]

Never used anything other than XPEL! If you’re looking for film, hit me up at [e-mail]

[@Freejohnsilkyputty]

@@DriveProtectedthanks pal. Emailing you now.

[@jaredgross9472]

what is the exact solution used?

[@MichaelPSmith-mp1fk]

you mention slip solution and tack solution several times... is there a specific mixture you use to make this or is this something you purchase? How do you make if it, if that's the case, or what brand do you use if it is a purchased product? thanks

[@DriveProtected]

Slip Solution is 1.5 cc of Johnson & Johnson Baby Shampoo to 32oz of purified drinking water. Tack Solution is just warm water.

[@EraBoyz]

You talk about the adhesive line being left behind from using tack solution if needed to lift the PPF back up due to contaminants. If that were to happen would the adhesive left behind need to be polished out? Curious as I’m learning PPF thanks and excellent video

[@DriveProtected]

Adhesive lines are lines in the film. Overtime they will fade away under the sun, but not 100%. They just become less visible.

[@EraBoyz]

@@DriveProtected is there no way to get ride of the adhesive line if the mistake is made and want to correct it on the spot, I guess is what I was asking

[@DriveProtected]

Nope.

[@EraBoyz]

@@DriveProtected understood thank you for the great content

[@DriveProtected]

Thanks for your viewership!

[@antonp905]

Nice video! Where is this pink turbo from ?

[@DriveProtected]

Got it from www.fusiontinttools.com

[@antonp905]

@@DriveProtected I know this guys )) thank you. Where are you from ?

[@DriveProtected]

Located in Winkler Manitoba Canada!

[@beckyalexander1077]

I just had my new 4runner wrapped with Digishield at the dealership. When i got it home, I noticed bubbles on the hood and rock panels. The dealership told me it was normal and would fix itself in a week to a month. Is this really normal and will it really heal itself? Is there anything i can do to help it?

[@DriveProtected]

I’d say that’s normal. If you want the bubbles to go away sooner, grab a diabetics needle and pop them.

[@MrStangerbanger]

Any Tips on Snail Trails? I for some reason get them. I must be using to much soap or not enough idk.

[@DriveProtected]

Snail trails?

[@SweetWrapsGarage]

how's your tack and slip solution mix ? if you dont mind me asking.

[@DriveProtected]

Check out this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h52veWCqlJuon8k

[@desivillanueva9514]

what do you use for tacking solution the 4 corners?

[@DriveProtected]

Isopropyl alcohol mixed 70/30 with water

[@Ultraxfinance]

Did this once by myself and left so many air bubbles behind with 3M scotch guard. I’m planning to try one more time as my front end was repainted

[@DriveProtected]

If you need film, let us know at [e-mail]

[@IJustSkitMyPants]

I'm interested in learning PPF. I have SOME experience with vinyl wrapping (I know it's not the same) but I want to start offering film now that I have a brand new and clean shop. What are the requirements with XPEL?

[@DriveProtected]

Not sure where you’re located but I’d get in contact with XPEL and find out!

[@IJustSkitMyPants]

@@DriveProtected I just sent them an email right after I posted this. Is there any kind of installer radius similar to (say) ceramic pro?

[@DriveProtected]

There is I’m just not sure how big

[@IJustSkitMyPants]

@Drive Protected okay cool. There are 2 other installers in my region but both are at least an hour away from me so maybe that will help.

[@mike1agofastcoburn947]

How would you deal with existing rock chips in the bumper cover?

[@DriveProtected]

Add a tiny bit of touch up paint to it, and wrap over top. Not much you can do once you have some chips on the bumper.

[@dimmacommunication]

What's the "tac solution " you spoke about ?

[@DriveProtected]

70/30 - 70% water - 30% isopropyl alcohol

[@peshrawable]

Thanks for the video, I live in Iraq and I want to buy roll of film for my 2020 f150 super crew truck,I want to know what size of film I need to buy? For whole truck

[@DriveProtected]

Thanks for the kind words! Id guess you'd need 100' of 60" wide film to pull off that full truck wrap successfully.

[@peshrawable]

@@DriveProtected thank you so much

[@paulyfresh]

I’m reading mixed information about how soon you can put “PPF” on fresh paint. Just spraymax 2k Clear, not baked been 70-80 degrees since done. What’s the risks of early application?

[@DriveProtected]

Risks of early applications are paint gassing out under film causing bubbles, peeling clear coat and discolouration

[@philtitus7860]

If the paint hasn't been baked to cure, go by the clear coat manufacturers recommendations for time before waxing. On my personal vehicles I wait 90 days just to be safe before waxing. Similar will apply to ppf application. You want all the solvents to fully leave the paint before covering it

[@user-od4gd1ry4x]

Where can I find film that large to cover the entire hood? I've been looking at the 3M and VVivid films, and they only come in 6 inches or 12 inches wide.

[@DriveProtected]

Shoot me an email at [e-mail] and I’ll help you out!

[@ThatFlyGuy98]

Great content you should make a video on what got you into PPF and break it down ! 🫂🤝 this video is awesome Thankyou!

[@DriveProtected]

I’ll be sure to touch on that in one of the next videos. It’s a great story

[@alfredodominguez2997]

Being 5'4" this hood is my most hated that I've done in the 3 years of ppf experience. I'm too damn short to comfortably work around it 😂

[@DriveProtected]

I hear ya man! I feel the same way when I get trucks with lift kits in! Lol

[@oldgeordiegeezer3086]

So when you slammed the squeegee on the hood is that an advanced technique?

[@DriveProtected]

Yup. Advanced technique.

[@therealdiehl4671]

Do you ever use a tack rag before application?

[@DriveProtected]

What is a tack rag? Never heard of that before.

[@gerardomata.costarica]

Do you have to remove all coating or wax off of the vehicle before install?

[@DriveProtected]

Yes you do.

[@Itspronouncednuclear]

So where do you purchase the film for DIY? Most I see is only 12" wide.

[@DriveProtected]

Email me at [e-mail] with what you need and we can get you a price.

[@juanespinoza435]

I'm looking to ppf my car but there is no one around me domingo that service so have to do it my self or at leat I will tey

[@DriveProtected]

Best of luck!!