djjuice

Monday I have an appt to get the entire hood, bumper, lights, fenders, etc.. the typical locations...


The package mentions having the headlamps done, is it safe to cover those LED lamps with the 3M scotchguard or the xpel? I just want to make sure it doesnt lead to overheating or anything of the sort..

thanks

KevinGary

I had xpel ultimate installed over my led headlights a year ago and have not had any issues

snagitseven

Three years Xpel for me and no problems either.

gk1

Yes, do it. Probably one of the most needed locations. They get sandblasted. Had a year on my S6. Looks perfect and two years on the SQ5.

KurtEiger

No worries. One of the benefits of LEDs is that they burn cooler than traditional bulbs.

snagitseven

Actually, the LED headlight arrays will run hotter than HID. Which is why there are small fans in the assemblies.

Colonel Angus

Sorry for the stupid question, but who would do something like this? Is this window tint place or more custom shop that does mods, etc? Never heard of having my car 3M'd...

kaorisdad

Window tint shop installs the 3M or Xpel product. You can do a "bra", front end or even the whole car.

Sportstick

You don't want just anyone doing this. Check this link at the bottom of the drop down under the SHOP tab and find a local approved installer. This takes experience and skill. BTW, Xpel Ultimate (the variety you will want) is a superior product to 3M currently (although 3M is supposedly developing a new product to be competitive again), for having less inherent color, self-healing, and a 10 vs. 5 year warranty.

Paint Protection Film - XPEL Technologies Corp.

snagitseven

Agreed - to have it done right you need an experienced installer, usually a franchised custom detailer shop. While there are many protective films, Xpel Ultimate is among the very best on the market to avoid rock caused paint chips and scouring. Do an Audi World search for "Xpel Ultimate" for discussions by those who have had the product installed.