Options for protecting against stone chips on S650's

[Vapor Blue GT]

I don't mind at all.
I doubt anyone could get a price like this. I paid 3850$. That's for a complete PPF on all body colored surfaces with no visible seams, all edges tucked in, door sills and headlights done, the grille surrounds, the spoiler, and a second (sacrificial) layer in the rear rocker panels (that's because the A pillars, the roof, B pillars and the rear fenders is just one piece of PPF, expensive to replace) Not a pre-cut kit. Made by an Xpel certified shop. I had a rebate because I am a member of the local mustang club.
And also, I was willing to leave the car there for 15 days and not bug them for updates constantly.
The 'best deal' the dealership's partner PPF shop could give me was 5450$. I think most times you can expect to pay 7000$ for a Ferrari-grade job.
The advantage of doing PPF on day 1 is that there's very little -if any- time spent on paint correction, which is very labor intensive ($$).
This particular PPF Xpel Fusion Ultimate is self-healing and also has the same effect as ceramic coating when you clean it. I save so much time on keeping it looking clean, to me it is well worth it.
But I am not the type who changes cars every few years. PPF helps re-sell the car faster, but won't really help get a better price upon trading in. It's more for people like me who will keep the car 10 years+ I think.

That’s a hell of a price. Full car coverage by me cheaply is $5500 for low quality pre cut. We paid over $7,000 but we also got some extras with the full coverage.

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[BrianJ77]

https://www.cjponyparts.com/anchor-...q5ybDEQ2Jt8rNrPCF2LgEIee9lPlzt7AaAhAZEALw_wcB

Anybody ever try these? Are they difficult to install or remove?

 

[tdbz24GT]

Once I installed my wheel spacers I installed the Rock Guards from ROKBLOKZ. https://rokblokz.com. They make both Mud Flaps and the Rock Guards which have a smaller profile. No drilling. I’m also thinking of adding the Anchor film shown by Brian J77

 

[RLE55]

https://www.cjponyparts.com/anchor-...q5ybDEQ2Jt8rNrPCF2LgEIee9lPlzt7AaAhAZEALw_wcB

Anybody ever try these? Are they difficult to install or remove?

There's no mention of the thickness of this film. One of the most reputable is 3M Pro PPF starting at 7 mil thickness. Very protective. Unless you've done a few dozen installs, it could be very difficult to get it just right. Removing is easier, take is slow and easy.

 

[BrianJ77]

I contacted Anchor Room and they immediately responded. The thickness of their PPF is 6 mil so it is a little thinner than the 3M @RLE55 mentioned. However, the installation looks pretty straight forward after watching their video and anything is better than the rock chips I have already sustained in just 2,000 miles. I did spring for the Slip spray and the squeegee to aid with the install per the advice of others on this forum. I also bought a heat gun to help with the install. I will post back with my results once I have attempted it.

 

[GrabThatBlue]

Once I installed my wheel spacers I installed the Rock Guards from ROKBLOKZ. https://rokblokz.com. They make both Mud Flaps and the Rock Guards which have a smaller profile. No drilling. I’m also thinking of adding the Anchor film shown by Brian J77

Is this the one you got?

Ford Mustang Splash Guards 2024+ — RokBlokz

 

[tdbz24GT]

Yes sir. That’s the ones. I’m happy with both the look and performance SO FAR. Only 1750 miles on my GT. Install was a breeze. Didn’t have to take the wheels off.

 

[GrabThatBlue]

Yes sir. That’s the ones. I’m happy with both the look and performance SO FAR. Only 1750 miles on my GT. Install was a breeze. Didn’t have to take the wheels off.

Do you have the ones for the front as well?
I didn't like the look of the front ones. But the rear looks good and it wouldn't bother me in any way.

 

[tdbz24GT]

I do have the fronts.

 

[GrabThatBlue]

I do have the fronts.

On a black car it looks almost invisible.
I have to think about it. If I had a black car, I would do exactly the same.

 

[tdbz24GT]

Mine is not Black. It’s Dark Matter Gray Metallic. Dark Bronze color with metallic. I have the Bronze Package.

 

[tdbz24GT]

Here is a better picture.

 

[BrianJ77]

Got the shipment from Anchor Room today. Came very well boxed and everything is as you see. The microfiber towel is even pre-washed and sealed. Very nice product so far from my initial inspection. More to come when I actually do the install.

 

[BrianJ77]

Just a follow up...I installed the Anchor Room PPF today and it really is as easy as the video. Take your time, and invest in a heat gun. The heat gun made short work of the more difficult areas to get to stick. Also, make sure you spray the top of the film liberally with the Slip. It makes the squeegee glide much more easily and makes the job that much faster. Overall I am happy with the outcome and the price couldn't be better. Happy to answer any questions y'all may have.

 

[tdbz24GT]

Pictures?

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