Freewheeler rear fender plastic film protection??
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Has anybody added 3M to the leading edge of their back fenders? I made a couple of attempts with a single sheet with a hole cut in it for the reflector but couldn't get the wrinkles out. I think I may have to use smaller, multiple pieces.
How did you do it?
How did you do it?
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It is a painstaking process to get all the wrinkles and bubbles out. Takes time and the right tools. There are many youtube tutorials on the process.
Also, it costs more, but is a bit easier, to use a pre-cut kit from HD or other vendors.
I would not want to use multiple small pieces. You will definitely see the lines where you butt them up against each other, and dirt will collect in that small space, making it even more distinct.
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If it was me, I would use a heat gun and some dental floss to remove the reflectors, put the film protection on, then either get some 3M double sided automotive tape and reinstall or buy new reflectors, they are about $15 US.
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I put leather chaps on my wife's.https://www.franksleatherproducts.com/shop-5
Not only are they well made, protective and look good they don’t require any modification or drilling on the fenders.
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