SGT#3670 Posted May 27, 2008 Report Share Posted May 27, 2008 What do you guys use when you run your cars on the track for paint protection? Thanks Adam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rpretzel Posted May 27, 2008 Report Share Posted May 27, 2008 Lots of folks use blue painter's tape. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RStangsOC Posted May 27, 2008 Report Share Posted May 27, 2008 What do you guys use when you run your cars on the track for paint protection? Thanks Adam Blue 3M Painters Tape - good stuff. Comes right off - leaves no markes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SMGT Posted May 28, 2008 Report Share Posted May 28, 2008 When I was at Watkins Glen last year there was a guy selling something called "race tape" made just for this. It is about as wide as duct tape so you get better coverage than the skinny painters tape but it still comes off easily. I would not put it on the stripes just to be safe. I am heading to the Glen again in June so I will be getting some. It comes in different colors. Here is a link to someone that sells it. http://www.apexperformance.net/cartgenie/p...st.asp?scat=327 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tispco Posted May 28, 2008 Report Share Posted May 28, 2008 +1 on Blue 3M painters tape. It works great. It is also available in different widths. I use the 2" wide stuff. BTW -- the best part of that track day was getting a wave by from the red Corvette in the attached pic. He just couldn't lose me out on the track Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SGT/SC#0471 Posted May 28, 2008 Report Share Posted May 28, 2008 3m Blue. So has anyone ever seen the 6 inch wide version? I have some in my garage I think it came from the Boeing corporations surplus store. Looks trippy. Mine is pretty old to put on my SGT and i would like some more. I tagged a cone at autocross real good on the front chin. Meguiars pure polish took it right off completely. I have alot of Meguiars wax on car as well. What do you get at the track? Tire chunks? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SGT#3670 Posted May 29, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 29, 2008 Looks like I will be picking up some 3M painters tape at Home Depot or Lowes. Plus some extra wax to the areas that will be prone to rock chips etc. Thanks for all the responces. Adam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mastersmech1 Posted June 2, 2008 Report Share Posted June 2, 2008 BTW -- the best part of that track day was getting a wave by from the red Corvette in the attached pic. He just couldn't lose me out on the track I ruled a Red Ford GT at VIR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snakebit1 Posted June 2, 2008 Report Share Posted June 2, 2008 What do you guys use when you run your cars on the track for paint protection? Thanks Adam If you want permanent protection, 3M makes a product called "Supershield". It's a clear film (like window tint) that you apply to any areas of the car prone to stone chipping. There is a dealer in our complex we've partnered with who installs it (he gets all the latest exotics too.... he already had a Bugatti Veyron in there). They guarantee that stones will not penetrate to the paint. This way there's no need for taping and frankly, down here in Southeast Florida in the summertime, you would have a heck of a time getting the blue tape off after it had a day to bake on there. You might want to see if you have a dealer in your area. That's what's going on my car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SGT2666 Posted June 2, 2008 Report Share Posted June 2, 2008 When I was at Griot's garage a couple weeks ago they had a spray on bra that looked interesting. Not sure whats involved in removing it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SGT#3670 Posted June 2, 2008 Author Report Share Posted June 2, 2008 If you want permanent protection, 3M makes a product called "Supershield". It's a clear film (like window tint) that you apply to any areas of the car prone to stone chipping. There is a dealer in our complex we've partnered with who installs it (he gets all the latest exotics too.... he already had a Bugatti Veyron in there). They guarantee that stones will not penetrate to the paint. This way there's no need for taping and frankly, down here in Southeast Florida in the summertime, you would have a heck of a time getting the blue tape off after it had a day to bake on there. You might want to see if you have a dealer in your area. That's what's going on my car. I have seen a few cars with the clear film. I may go that route in the future, but I do not have any time to get the stuff installed this next week prior to Tulsa. Adam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skip Posted June 2, 2008 Report Share Posted June 2, 2008 If any one is in the North East TN area and interested in a permanent fix, I am a certified Installer for 3M paint and headlight protection. We also have the ClearPlex windshield protection as well. You can contact me through www.autosurvivalpro.com Skip Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SGT2666 Posted June 2, 2008 Report Share Posted June 2, 2008 Check this out Spray on protection. . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SMGT Posted June 4, 2008 Report Share Posted June 4, 2008 Check this out Spray on protection. . I like the idea of this but do we know if it would be safe for our stripes? I was just at a track event and a couple of guys were talking about something like this. I used the blue painters tape and it stayed on very well and was easy to remove. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RogerS Posted June 4, 2008 Report Share Posted June 4, 2008 I use 3M blue also. Baked in the Hot sun of Vegas for the entire day and came right off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SGT#3670 Posted June 5, 2008 Author Report Share Posted June 5, 2008 I use 3M blue also. Baked in the Hot sun of Vegas for the entire day and came right off. That is good to know... Adam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speedyburd33 Posted June 5, 2008 Report Share Posted June 5, 2008 rosssvt, this may be a stupid question but i'm wondering why you would only cover the headlights with the tape. I've never been to a track to race, so i don't know much about it but it seems like a lot more could get damaged. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RogerS Posted June 5, 2008 Report Share Posted June 5, 2008 Covered the lights to protect the lens. It does not take much to crack or shatter the lens. Then your out $250 per light to replace. You are correct a lot more damage could be done but none on this day. I had more damage from the drive from Vegas to LA and LA to Vegas with small rocks on the windshield. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clark17357 Posted June 5, 2008 Report Share Posted June 5, 2008 I use 3M blue also. Baked in the Hot sun of Vegas for the entire day and came right off. Roger, And, yes, I am smiling as I write this, but what "baking in the sun" happened in mid-January in Las Vegas? It never even got into the 70's while we were there. I know that was not "winter" by Rhode Island standards and, maybe for you that was baking in the sun, but for us southwesterners, baking in the sun only kicks in when the temperature is above 100 degrees. :D Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilmor Posted June 5, 2008 Report Share Posted June 5, 2008 I think if you're going to do the tape, it should be attractive and of similar color.... http://www.cartct.com/results/05-04-08/05040868.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RogerS Posted June 5, 2008 Report Share Posted June 5, 2008 Roger,And, yes, I am smiling as I write this, but what "baking in the sun" happened in mid-January in Las Vegas? It never even got into the 70's while we were there. I know that was not "winter" by Rhode Island standards and, maybe for you that was baking in the sun, but for us southwesterners, baking in the sun only kicks in when the temperature is above 100 degrees. :D Jim Ok I get it Coming from -10 in RI in January to 70 in Vegas...............hmmmmmmm seems like baking in the sun to me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SGT#3670 Posted June 5, 2008 Author Report Share Posted June 5, 2008 I think if you're going to do the tape, it should be attractive and of similar color.... http://www.cartct.com/results/05-04-08/05040868.jpg Well unfortunatly I will be using blue tape which will stand out like a sore thumb. Maybe I will cover the entire car with the blue tape, minus the stripes, and pretend to have an 08 SGT for a day... Just a thought! Adam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeffIsHereToo Posted June 8, 2008 Report Share Posted June 8, 2008 Well unfortunatly I will be using blue tape which will stand out like a sore thumb. Maybe I will cover the entire car with the blue tape, minus the stripes, and pretend to have an 08 SGT for a day... Just a thought! Adam There are plenty of racing tape colors available! http://www.iscracerstape.com/rtp.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SGT#3670 Posted June 8, 2008 Author Report Share Posted June 8, 2008 There are plenty of racing tape colors available! http://www.iscracerstape.com/rtp.html I will prob pick some up this weekend if any vendors are selling it at Mid America. I wasn't able to find any local and didn't want to take the chance of ordering online and not arriving thru the mail in time for mid america. So for nowthe blue tape will do the trick.. Adam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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