Paint Protection Film from Ford

[Mackman]

did anyone get this. Were do they put it,hood fenders lights ? and is it worth it

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[AdamHarris]

I didn’t get any “extra” film if that’s what you mean. Just the little patches in front of the back wheel. I think that’s all. The stuff works to prevent chips, but yellows and cracks horribly over time and is Very difficult to remove without a repaint.

 

[Trustable]

did anyone get this. Were do they put it,hood fenders lights ? and is it worth it

I was thinking about getting it, but they don't really tell you the brand. Also, I was told it is only put on leading edge of hood, and front fenders. If you are interested I would find a local shop with a good history who specializes in ppf. It may be initially more money, but 9/10 times it will be a quality ppf such as 3m or expel. Also those have warranties and the shop may have warranties on their work as well. And that way you can get it on the spots you want it, not the spots ford thinks you want.

 

[spartan0078]

I didn’t get any “extra” film if that’s what you mean. Just the little patches in front of the back wheel. I think that’s all. The stuff works to prevent chips, but yellows and cracks horribly over time and is Very difficult to remove without a repaint.

Wait, is that what I peeled off the cab corners of my truck a couple weeks ago? I washed it and noticed these thick clear plastic looking sheets on the corners of the cab, so I removed them assuming it was some leftover protection from the factory.

I didn't even have to try hard, the edges were already lifted on them.

 

[AdamHarris]

Yep you sure did. The front tires throw rocks and they tend to hit in that exact area.

 

[wanted33]

did anyone get this. Were do they put it,hood fenders lights ? and is it worth it

Charles, check with your local XPel installer for a price first. I have no idea the brand Ford uses, but I can attest that the XPel is great quality. And, the price may actually be cheaper than Fords. But, I don't know that for sure.

I haven't put any on my Ranger, and already have a chip on the left front facia just above the bumper. Bad decision on my part. If I were getting some I would do the bumper, the headlights, along with that small strip between the bumper, and grill. The front on the hood would be your option, but you may be able to see the trailing edge of the film depending on the color of your truck.

 

[Motorpsychology]

did anyone get this. Were do they put it,hood fenders lights ? and is it worth it

I'm having my dealer install 3M Paint Protection Film on mine when it comes in ETA 4/26 (just checked). I had it on my white '99 Cougar. Never yellowed, but the passenger side rear rocker area was starting to lift after five years.

 

[Mackman]

Thanks everyone for your reply's

 

[spartan0078]

Yep you sure did. The front tires throw rocks and they tend to hit in that exact area.

Well wtf? That's bull, they were literally peeling like a dollar store sticker when I removed them...

 

[quangdog]

I installed my own PPF - it's not the world's simplest job, but it's not too terrible, either. If I were deciding what to do today, I may still decide to do my own install again just because it's so much more economical. I did front edge of roof, headlights, grill (which was a pain in the butt... probably would not do that again), bumper, lower bumper, rear view mirrors, and A pillars. I didn't do the front of the hood because I have a rock chip deflector.

If you are interested in seeing what it takes to DIY PPF, I included all the nitty-gritty in my video all about caring for the exterior of your Ranger here (link to specific timestamp on PPF):

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