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Old Mar 20, 2013 | 03:15 PM
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Thumbs down Thin Paint
Has anyone else noticed how ridiculously thin the paint is on JKs? Gotta love big long white scratches down the side of my black JK
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Old Mar 20, 2013 | 03:17 PM
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Yup and no paint behind any hinges either.
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Old Mar 21, 2013 | 07:19 AM
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When you scratch the clear it comes out white. Try a good buffing compound made to apply by hand and buff them out. Go to a paint supply store tell them your problem and they will direct you to the right product.
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Old Mar 21, 2013 | 07:30 AM
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I think its a ratio thing, the tin foil they skin these things with will only hold so much paint.
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Old Mar 21, 2013 | 08:20 AM
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I think i have already covered half my jk wiht touch up piant already
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Old Mar 21, 2013 | 08:31 AM
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I've always heard cars painted black had less paint (thickness) than other colors. Whether or not this is true, idk.
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Old Mar 21, 2013 | 08:32 AM
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Problem solved

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Old Mar 21, 2013 | 08:33 AM
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Or, if you have a little bit of money, Look for someone that installs XPEL Ultimate. It comes in a gloss or matte finish and has self healing properties. This way your Jeep is always nice and smooth.

XPEL Ultimate Paint Protection Film / Clear Bra Self Healing Demo - YouTube
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