Well, first off a touch less car wash is one of the only ways to go IMHO. Do not take it thru a automated brush car wash.
A good application is essential for adherence body panels. Follow the directions for application. Make sure the application are is free of any hand prints, road film and grease. You need to be especially careful about application. Clean the area with isopropyl alcohol well, especially if the area has been waxed or a protectant is applied. Don't utilize any other chemical for cleaning they leave a residue. The 3M tape will adhere extremely well, once the surface it's being applied to is clean with isopropyl alcohol. You don't need to remove them for cleaning. It will last, if you are not attempting to penetrate the adhesive layer of the tape with direct high water pressure. So just be aware of where you utilize the high pressure nozzle hand washing.
It maybe necessary to reapply new tape after a few year depending upon; UV break down, water penetration and a plethora of other causes. It won't stick with 100% adherence after years of use. Just check them periodically especially after high pressure washing.
Mahalo and have fun!:smile:
A good application is essential for adherence body panels. Follow the directions for application. Make sure the application are is free of any hand prints, road film and grease. You need to be especially careful about application. Clean the area with isopropyl alcohol well, especially if the area has been waxed or a protectant is applied. Don't utilize any other chemical for cleaning they leave a residue. The 3M tape will adhere extremely well, once the surface it's being applied to is clean with isopropyl alcohol. You don't need to remove them for cleaning. It will last, if you are not attempting to penetrate the adhesive layer of the tape with direct high water pressure. So just be aware of where you utilize the high pressure nozzle hand washing.
It maybe necessary to reapply new tape after a few year depending upon; UV break down, water penetration and a plethora of other causes. It won't stick with 100% adherence after years of use. Just check them periodically especially after high pressure washing.
Mahalo and have fun!:smile: