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Disaster! I Cannot Wrap My BMW E30
In this video, I think I nearly lost my mind as I thought painting my E30 before vinyl wrapping it was the way to go, wrong! While the RustOleum paint is great, it is not my preferred choice for a base. This meant I had to do even more prep. What is most difficult with this project is that I am not putting vinyl on a clear coat and prepped surface. This means that the surface has to be as close as possible, i.e., primer sealer AND wet sanding. The RustOleum paint would lift when the vinyl was laid and heated so that is a no go.
I sprayed a RustOleum primer sealer and sanded it down with 600, 800, and finally with a wet 1000 grit. This lead to a very smooth and slick surface without the fear of paint lift.
This is the orange paint I used and the spray pattern is fantastic-
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FYI - if you make it to the end of the video, you'll see a glimpse of the gloss burnt orange vinyl.
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Fast Paint Removal Method for BMW E30
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Paint prep sucks! I began this project thinking I could scuff the paint, wet sand, and apply vinyl. I have learned that I am clearly mistaken and that the amount work needed to correct failing paint is enormous. With the paint flaking and showing signs of deep rock chips, I felt it was best to move on to a different strategy, chemical stripping. I had some left over citristripper and a simple a...
Destroying The Paint On My BMW E30: Vinyl Prep
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Well, team! In this video I completely destroy what at least from far looked liked a decent paint job. Though, the sad truth is that the paint was far from good and did not serve as a good foundation for the vinyl wrap. The project is moving along and at the time of this upload, there are parts of the car that orange! I will upload a short soon to give you an idea of what it looks like. In the ...
That Sucked! BMW E30 Window Trim Removal
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Guys! We're stripping down the car and preparing it for vinyl. What I struggled with most was removing the rear quarter window trim. I could not find any videos or photos that showed how to remove the trim. I had no idea that the trim simply, though, not easily, pulled out from the window and was one piece. In this video, I am able to remove that piece, but more importantly, I am able to remove...
Paint Prep: Why I Failed to Wrap My BMW E30
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I messed up my wrap! I had great help and I hope again that Isaac will help me, but it is clear that I need to do a better job prepping the body. In this video, Isaac and I wrap the trunk. We've never wrapped a car before and it is clear that we made many mistakes. I thought it was best to learn on a $30 piece of vinyl before purchasing $1,000 worth of vinyl. There is nothing informational or t...
I Destroyed My Coilovers! BMW E46 M3
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I Destroyed My Coilovers! BMW E46 M3
Do THIS To Fix Your Cracked Dash!
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Do THIS To Fix Your Cracked Dash!
Removing My BMW E30 Dashboard Before Repairing Rusted Windshield Cowl
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Removing My BMW E30 Dashboard Before Repairing Rusted Windshield Cowl
BMW E30: Windshield Cowl is Ruined!!! Update
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BMW E30: Windshield Cowl is Ruined!!! Update
Urgent: Your BMW Z3 Seat Bushings Could Be Putting You at Risk
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Urgent: Your BMW Z3 Seat Bushings Could Be Putting You at Risk
Junk Your M3 SMG Shift Knob - Get a Garagistic One!
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Junk Your M3 SMG Shift Knob - Get a Garagistic One!
Upgrade Your BMW E46 M3: Say Goodbye to Yucky C Pillar Trim!
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Upgrade Your BMW E46 M3: Say Goodbye to Yucky C Pillar Trim!
Aston Martin Vantage V12 Chat & Drive
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Aston Martin Vantage V12 Chat & Drive
BMW E46 M3: Bumper Fitted & Rod Bearings? Channel Update
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BMW E46 M3: Bumper Fitted & Rod Bearings? Channel Update
Review - 2.0L Diesel: Kia Sportage Drive in Cairns, Australia
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Review - 2.0L Diesel: Kia Sportage Drive in Cairns, Australia
How to: Paint Chip Fix - Dr. ColorChip - BMW M3
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How to: Paint Chip Fix - Dr. ColorChip - BMW M3
"See How this Harbor Freight Polishing Buff Transformed My BBS Wheels!"
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"See How this Harbor Freight Polishing Buff Transformed My BBS Wheels!"
BMW Z8: Unbelievable Before and After Engine Detail
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BMW Z8: Unbelievable Before and After Engine Detail
20 Year Old BMW M3 Brakes REPLACED - RESULT Will Shock You!
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20 Year Old BMW M3 Brakes REPLACED - RESULT Will Shock You!
Can You Guess What We Found at the Tucson Car Museum? (We Drive Our BMW E30!)
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Can You Guess What We Found at the Tucson Car Museum? (We Drive Our BMW E30!)
Unbelievable Transformation! Watch What this BMW E30 Looks Like After a Quick Fog Light Refresh
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Unbelievable Transformation! Watch What this BMW E30 Looks Like After a Quick Fog Light Refresh
Thank you! 1,000 Subscribers - Let’s Get to Work!
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Thank you! 1,000 Subscribers - Let’s Get to Work!
BMW E46 M3 Wash: Dr. Colorchip Prep & PPF Prep
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BMW E46 M3 Wash: Dr. Colorchip Prep & PPF Prep
BMW E46 M3 SMG Conversion! SHOULD I TURN MY M3 INTO A MANUAL?
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BMW E46 M3 SMG Conversion! SHOULD I TURN MY M3 INTO A MANUAL?
Wash & Talk: 100 Year Anniversary Dodge Challenger
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Wash & Talk: 100 Year Anniversary Dodge Challenger
Brutal Acceleration - Audi RS7 & Gated Manual Audi R8
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Brutal Acceleration - Audi RS7 & Gated Manual Audi R8
BMW E30 Sport Seat: Unlocking Back Seat Mechanism Broke Fix
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BMW E30 Sport Seat: Unlocking Back Seat Mechanism Broke Fix
How to: 2022 BMW 430i Lower Front Bumper Absorber Install
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How to: 2022 BMW 430i Lower Front Bumper Absorber Install
"I Made a Mistake... BMW E30 Paint Update"
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"I Made a Mistake... BMW E30 Paint Update"
BMW E30 - How to Finish Painting & Clearing the Bumper
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BMW E30 - How to Finish Painting & Clearing the Bumper

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  • @mikesphoenix_e46m3
    @mikesphoenix_e46m3 День тому

    that sound never gets boring

    • @thedriversapex
      @thedriversapex День тому

      Right!! It’s has that dtm sound!! One day I’ll have a carbon box. That day will be awesome.

    • @mikesphoenix_e46m3
      @mikesphoenix_e46m3 День тому

      Or velocity stacks like my self they make more noise than carbon boxes 😁👍

    • @mikesphoenix_e46m3
      @mikesphoenix_e46m3 День тому

      And cheaper 🤪👌

  • @RevAlSharptonz
    @RevAlSharptonz День тому

    This is a bizarre video. There’s a reason why BMW M cars with the 6-speed manual have a resale value that’s more than double what the exact same BMW M model with the SMG transmission sells for. Next what are you going to tell me? That the early 5th generation Maserati Quattroporte transmissions were and remain as the closest thing to heaven? Thankfully, it was much improved during the mid-cycle refresh of the 5th generation Quattroporte, which is why the later 5th gen models command a much higher price tag on the used car market. The cost for required maintenance on the transmission alone on the early 5th gen Quattroportes is absurd. I recall it being a 5-figure maintenance bill every 12,000 miles…. What was going on with all the manufacturers and the automated manual transmission genre in the 2000s? Ferrari 360 is guilty as are many more manufacturers. They seemed to be an overwhelmingly negative experience and required FAR more maintenance and FAR more cold cash for that maintenance than the exact same model except with the traditional 6-speed manual.

  • @mikesphoenix_e46m3
    @mikesphoenix_e46m3 День тому

    Cant wait for it tom 😊👍

  • @joosten1977-wz2zj
    @joosten1977-wz2zj 3 дні тому

    bro, its silicone. or clean much better, and go slower on the aply. not straight to full covering...

  • @rjauto7215
    @rjauto7215 3 дні тому

    It's called a fish eye and is because there is grass on the panel fella

  • @rstezza
    @rstezza 3 дні тому

    Bonnet? I thought you guys called it a hood?

  • @polloloci21
    @polloloci21 4 дні тому

    Holy crap! That’s crazy. Never seen anything like that

    • @thedriversapex
      @thedriversapex 3 дні тому

      Right!!! I was shocked. It created an enormous mess. It all started by putting on a piece of vinyl and letting it sit in the 105 degree heat for a few days. On a cooler morning, removed the vinyl ,and with it came the clear coat. 🤦‍♂️

    • @polloloci21
      @polloloci21 3 дні тому

      @@thedriversapex so how well do automotive wraps hold up in that heat?

  • @michaelhornisher1883
    @michaelhornisher1883 4 дні тому

    A great demonstration of why I never tried to paint a car.

    • @thedriversapex
      @thedriversapex 4 дні тому

      lol!! Right. It gives me a greater appreciation for those who are body/paint experts.

  • @skittlesjayden956
    @skittlesjayden956 4 дні тому

    Without the power bleeder would it take multiple attempts to bleed the brakes properly? I have bled my brakes 2 times now and still have a very spongy pedal and it doesnt engage until very end of pedal and is soft. Without powerbleeder.

    • @thedriversapex
      @thedriversapex День тому

      Oh no!!! That’s frustrating. With a power bleeder, you’d be done in about 10 minutes. LMK if you get one because it makes the process easier especially if you’re by yourself.

    • @skittlesjayden956
      @skittlesjayden956 День тому

      @@thedriversapex I ended up fully flushing the old brake fluid and put all new in as it was half new stuff anyway, after the 3rd brake bleed and completely new fluid brakes are now good. Definitely will invest in a pressure bleeder 😅

  • @togribble
    @togribble 5 днів тому

    loved the video!

  • @mikesphoenix_e46m3
    @mikesphoenix_e46m3 5 днів тому

    Great work there just keep at it you doing great job be worth it in end and we got to learn from somewere i admire you have kept at it which is a massive achievement in its self tom looking forward to the next video from what i seen at the end looks a nice orange

    • @thedriversapex
      @thedriversapex 3 дні тому

      Thank you!!! I’ll have a new video uploaded soon. The car is slowly turning orange.

  • @24hourgmtchannel64
    @24hourgmtchannel64 5 днів тому

    Nice job. What type of lube did you use for the track?

  • @e46m32
    @e46m32 12 днів тому

    Tom what happened too how to take the arm pads off the arms Themselves? I only ask as I’ve just got hold of a complete pair of piano interior trims today and want to take the pads off to get them re trimmed in a completely different colour For when i get the interior done eventually 😂 So my next question is Is there clips underneath the pads that I need to pry up on? To release them Or do the release from prying from the back? Rather from under the pads themselves? Any tips would be greatly appreciate before I Damage them 😬

  • @vigilance6806
    @vigilance6806 17 днів тому

    Looks great! What SEM color was used on the top half? Or was the clear what gave it a slightly different shade than the bottom?

  • @marknoir
    @marknoir 17 днів тому

    Hello again. I have a stupid question: how many tons are your Jack stands? Thx )))

    • @thedriversapex
      @thedriversapex День тому

      Hey! Thanks for watching. These are six ton jacks, which I prefer because I can get the car 20-21” off the ground. Thanks!

  • @BushmansAdventures
    @BushmansAdventures 21 день тому

    I use the LiquiMoly Engine Flush in my diesel Jeep every two oil changes. I go for a good long drive, get the oil nice and hot, add the LM flush , idle for 20 minutes, drain the engine oil. Fill with cheap 0W30 oil, drive around the block a few times, drain the cheap oil, and fill with Redline or LiquiMoly full synthetic oil , and a new filter I add LM CeraTec every 5th oil change as well . (I do around 12 oil changes a year, as I drive a LOT of KM’s daily, Hwy, forest service roads, city, off road in temp extremes. Solid products!

  • @chrissilva5659
    @chrissilva5659 21 день тому

    It’s one the worst dashes I’ve ever had to remove as well .absolute nightmare

  • @ryanhill7318
    @ryanhill7318 24 дні тому

    Nicely done! Those cans are brutal to open!

  • @mikesphoenix_e46m3
    @mikesphoenix_e46m3 26 днів тому

    Another interesting video its really starting to come on now would you say this is biggest job you have done on a car so far? also ive never seen spray cans like that before they brill

  • @polloloci21
    @polloloci21 27 днів тому

    I used that citristrip when redoing my kitchen cabinets. For me- It worked great- I did have a swollen thumb reaction to the stripper because my glove tore and I kept going. 😂 Car will look great man

  • @KIoakk
    @KIoakk 27 днів тому

    Nice one mate

  • @mikesphoenix_e46m3
    @mikesphoenix_e46m3 27 днів тому

    Will look forward to it mate 😊👍

  • @polloloci21
    @polloloci21 28 днів тому

    Good!!! It’s my only classic car with air conditioning 😂 - will be keeping it primarily because of that 🫣

    • @thedriversapex
      @thedriversapex 27 днів тому

      No way! Is it the original r12 or did you convert to r134? I plan to install my ac this fall. I had the compressor rebuilt for 134, but I keep failing to install it. I will get it done soon.

    • @polloloci21
      @polloloci21 26 днів тому

      @@thedriversapex it was converted but kinda sucks. I’m going to get the AC solutions package and just swap it all out. I think it’s the best way to do this. It’s about $1800-2000- so I’ll just have to skip chipotle for a while. 😂

  • @eyevincast5440
    @eyevincast5440 Місяць тому

    If you gotta use any flush or any additives to your engines oil 1 you been using the wrong oil 2 you are not changing your engines on time. Also keep in mind additives can change your oils profile and make it corrosive meaning you’re gonna wear your engine a lot quicker

    • @thedriversapex
      @thedriversapex 27 днів тому

      Hey! I agree and thanks for commenting. I bought this car from a gentleman that rarely drove the car. The issue was the inside of the valve cover was varnished in that the look of burned oil. My friend is a BMW tech and suggested that I flush the oil. I have no plans to use an engine flush again on this engine. Thanks for watching and commenting. I appreciate it! -Tom

  • @polloloci21
    @polloloci21 Місяць тому

    I don’t envy you man- I once took an auto body class in college. Auto body work is no joke. So much work.

    • @thedriversapex
      @thedriversapex 27 днів тому

      haha! It is exhausting but rewarding. I continue to learn that those in the paint and body are artists.

  • @mikesphoenix_e46m3
    @mikesphoenix_e46m3 Місяць тому

    You doing great job tom you can do it 😊👍 cant wait for next video 😊

    • @thedriversapex
      @thedriversapex 27 днів тому

      Thank you! The next video will post tomorrow around 11am MST. Thanks for watching!

  • @CamaroZl1-q5b
    @CamaroZl1-q5b Місяць тому

    Keep the good work up bud

    • @thedriversapex
      @thedriversapex 27 днів тому

      Thank you! I have a new video that will post tomorrow around 11am MST. Thanks for watching.

  • @CamaroZl1-q5b
    @CamaroZl1-q5b Місяць тому

    What color will it be??

    • @thedriversapex
      @thedriversapex 27 днів тому

      Burnt Orange. It will be the 3M 2080 Burnt Orange. I think the vinyl might arrive tomorrow.

  • @SamanthaManthey-sw7nw
    @SamanthaManthey-sw7nw Місяць тому

    I don’t like this video

  • @lennynapier1577
    @lennynapier1577 Місяць тому

    If your wrapping it , why spray paint it?

    • @thedriversapex
      @thedriversapex Місяць тому

      Because vinyl won’t stick well to primer or at least it won’t serve as a substrate that will allow the vinyl to stick long term. It seems vinyl needs a glossy surface and since the paint is so bad on the car, it needs to removed to avoid flaking under the vinyl.

  • @polloloci21
    @polloloci21 Місяць тому

    Haha. I’m guilty of that too - but it was with an old cookie cutter wheel I had laying around

    • @thedriversapex
      @thedriversapex 27 днів тому

      It is great being 5'8' when driving cars but sometimes when I am working on a car or washing/polishing, my height is annoying, lolz.

  • @polloloci21
    @polloloci21 Місяць тому

    Looking good- I don’t envy you man. That’s a lot of work

  • @polloloci21
    @polloloci21 Місяць тому

    That aerosol can sure has great coverage. Are you changing the color?

    • @thedriversapex
      @thedriversapex 27 днів тому

      I agree! The rustoleum tip is amazing. I like that you can remove it and put it on other cans of paint.

  • @polloloci21
    @polloloci21 Місяць тому

    Dude- that’s a lot of work. The car will look great- I might have missed your reasons-but since You’re doing so much of the hard work- why not paint it? I prefer longer videos but it seems that you would get more traffic from smaller video shorts. Either way- I’ll be watching 😬

    • @thedriversapex
      @thedriversapex 27 днів тому

      Great question and thanks for your patience. I get wrapped up in working on the car that I forget to follow up to questions. I received several $15k estimates because the shops wanted to remove the paint to metal and start fresh because of the cheap paint job. I am not a painter and lack the talent and equipment. I am going to experiment with vinyl and hopefully it goes well. I like that I can change the color in a year or two. I honestly would like to have the car painted and maybe in a couple of years I will since most of the prep work will have been done.

  • @mikesphoenix_e46m3
    @mikesphoenix_e46m3 Місяць тому

    Great video tom as always just idea though how about mix the videos up abit maybe do a few shorts then do a long one then compare the amount of views you get ps i enjoy what ever you bring out anyway 🙂

    • @thedriversapex
      @thedriversapex Місяць тому

      Will do!! The next one is longer. Thanks for watching!! I appreciate it.

  • @davefreeman1499
    @davefreeman1499 Місяць тому

    Change oil and filter every 5000 miles and you will never have to flush engine.

    • @thedriversapex
      @thedriversapex Місяць тому

      Hey! Thanks for watching! I absolutely agree. When I first purchased the car, I noted the inside of the valve cover was a nice shade of old and burned oil. My local BMW tech friend suggested an oil flush. I now change the oil every 3,000 miles and sent the oil out for an analysis until I replaced the rod bearings. Thanks again for watching!

    • @cullenkline6893
      @cullenkline6893 5 днів тому

      I do the same but synthetic oils still leave deposits. Simply slower than conventional. Did a flush today, running valvoline restore and protect with the Mos2 and the car runs dramatically smoother

  • @curtiskeeth7718
    @curtiskeeth7718 Місяць тому

    Where are you in arizona? I have an m3 for a while now. Im up in north phenix.

    • @thedriversapex
      @thedriversapex Місяць тому

      Hey, I am in Tucson. LMK if you're ever down this way. Thanks for watching!!!

  • @polloloci21
    @polloloci21 Місяць тому

    Dude- every time I have some issue with my e30 your videos come to the rescue. Thanks man.

    • @thedriversapex
      @thedriversapex Місяць тому

      I love it!!! Thanks for watching. I appreciate it! -Tom

    • @polloloci21
      @polloloci21 Місяць тому

      @@thedriversapex just rebuilt my switch yesterday- it’s a good thing too because my AC sucks - 😁. I’ll be getting an AC solutions upgrade in the near future. Just need to budget for it for a few months.

  • @mikesphoenix_e46m3
    @mikesphoenix_e46m3 Місяць тому

    Cant wait tom will look forward to watching next one 😊👍

    • @thedriversapex
      @thedriversapex Місяць тому

      Thank you!! The project is moving along, but feels quite slow and daunting at times. Just posted a new video and the video after that will have a lot more content!!! Thanks for watching.

  • @HandsomeBoy99999
    @HandsomeBoy99999 Місяць тому

    16:30 Should try Petronas lubricant. Developed in partnership with the Mercedes Petronas F1 team.

    • @thedriversapex
      @thedriversapex Місяць тому

      Interesting. I will definitely check this out. Thanks for letting me know!!

  • @mikesphoenix_e46m3
    @mikesphoenix_e46m3 Місяць тому

    I know the feeling tom i get it alot with jobs on my car and also around the house you think why did i start this but most of the time the end results are worth it you just have to try and keep going you doing well 👍

    • @thedriversapex
      @thedriversapex Місяць тому

      Haha!! Right. Thanks for watching. I appreciate it. I’ll have a video in Monday and I’ll post a quick short today.

  • @polloloci21
    @polloloci21 Місяць тому

    What are you doing? Paint stripping?

    • @thedriversapex
      @thedriversapex Місяць тому

      Hey! Sure am and then repainting and then vinyl wrapping. There are days where I think, did I bite off more than I can chew? So far the project is moving along fairly smoothly.

  • @MichaelFitzpatrickk
    @MichaelFitzpatrickk Місяць тому

    My PO had put windbreakers on the door pillars by using wood screws. Needless to say this video was helpful. Think I'm gonna order replacement parts ahead of time incase I break it pulling it off.

    • @thedriversapex
      @thedriversapex Місяць тому

      Holy moly!!! I bet that was a surprise. I just removed the other side a few days ago and it was even more challenging to remove. I needed a friend to help because it felt glued to the body. Thanks for watching!!!!

  • @mikesphoenix_e46m3
    @mikesphoenix_e46m3 Місяць тому

    Enjoying the contents 😊

    • @thedriversapex
      @thedriversapex Місяць тому

      thank you!!!! There is much more to come!!!

  • @maverick4177
    @maverick4177 Місяць тому

    Just rebuild them yourself, it’s very simple

    • @thedriversapex
      @thedriversapex Місяць тому

      Hey! I would have, but the tire shop broke one of the wheels and as such, wanted all repairs to go through professionals. Thankfully a shop that handles many barrett jackson cars was able to rebuild the wheels. Thanks for watching!

  • @scottparsons4935
    @scottparsons4935 Місяць тому

    The lines you see are glue lines, where you laid the vinyl, then pulled it up. I'm no expert AT ALL, so I don't know how to avoid it other than not lifting the film once it's down.... Nice job though!

    • @thedriversapex
      @thedriversapex Місяць тому

      Hey! I told my friend, Isaac, who helped me! We both were like, ah, that makes sense! Thanks for the info!!!!!

  • @whoami497
    @whoami497 Місяць тому

    you should remove that protective "clear" before glassing the wrap

    • @thedriversapex
      @thedriversapex Місяць тому

      Thanks for your help! I really appreciate it!!!

  • @dillanmistry
    @dillanmistry Місяць тому

    Great job man, love your channel, keep it up! Need to do my valance so these videos help alot❤

    • @thedriversapex
      @thedriversapex Місяць тому

      Thanks, brother! I really appreciate it. It's held up quite well to Arizona's roads, which are filled the lots of dust and rocks. I'm actually preparing to wrap the entire car soon (burnt orange). Stay tuned! Thanks for watching!!

    • @dillanmistry
      @dillanmistry Місяць тому

      @@thedriversapex your so welcome, I’m glad it’s held up well, I’m now in the process of preparing it so will be fun watching your videos!

  • @mikesphoenix_e46m3
    @mikesphoenix_e46m3 Місяць тому

    Great video and cant wait for the next reveal also i dont mind i enjoy the short videos and long videos think on average alot of youtubers go for around the 20 minute mark ive noticed

    • @thedriversapex
      @thedriversapex Місяць тому

      Thanks for watching. I am hard at work prepping the car. Sometimes you begin these projects with lots of energy and excitement and then you hit a wall and say to yourself, "what am I doing?" lol I am excited to keep moving forward. Thanks for your insight. That helps a lot. - Tom

  • @mikesphoenix_e46m3
    @mikesphoenix_e46m3 Місяць тому

    Thanks mate having said that ive hardly drove it since then but keep trying 🙈😁 yes from watching your videos you making me feeling hot n sweaty 🙈☔️🤣 yes my fingerscrossed for you it all works out right timing 👍

    • @thedriversapex
      @thedriversapex Місяць тому

      haha!!! Yep, it's been hot and I cannot wait until it begins to cool down. Thanks for watching.