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Question on Rear Bumper Protector installation

Discussion in 'Prius c Accessories and Modifications' started by Basco, Jun 1, 2013.

  1. Basco

    Basco Junior Member

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    I just received the rear bumper protector (PT738-52120) for my new Prius C and was looking at the instructions and it says to to use 3M prep solvent 70 to prep the bumper. I cannot find this stuff anywhere locally. Is this necessary to do or can I just clean off the bumper with a lint free cloth and apply? If it is recommended to use the solvent is there another product that is the same that I can buy at the store?

    Thanks
     
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    SquallLHeart The Techie Guy

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    that particular step isn't needed... it's a prep to make sure the bumper is absolutely clean and free from anything that can possibly affect the adhesive.

    wash the area thoroughly and you'll be fine.. microfiber, lint-free.. make sure there's no wax or anything.. etc..
     
    #2 SquallLHeart, Jun 1, 2013
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    I also ran into this problem. In many forums they recommend cleaning the area with ribbing alcohol...
     
    #3 estebinbin, Jun 1, 2013
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    All you're trying to do is remove wax, Armor All, etc so that the piece will stick.
    I usually just use alcohol.
    X
     
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  5. Basco

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    The car is a week old and have not even washed it yet, so no waxes or polish on the car yet.
     
    #5 Basco, Jun 1, 2013
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    ztanos All-around Geek!

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    Alcohol wipes...
     
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    Thanks everyone. I was able to use a little Stoners Invisible Glass since it has alcohol and cleaned it up before applying the protector. Everything went very smooth.
     
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    Post some pictures.
     
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    Here are some pics of the bumper/net/and cargo tray
     

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    I'd second rubbing alchohol. Get the 99% stuff; I think the 70% formulation might have a bit of oil. You really just want something that will take off grease/dirt. And definitely not take off paint.

    Oh, see it's a done deal, never mind...
     
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    Looks good man.
     
    #11 Mo G, Jun 8, 2013
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    I think it looks really good with the cargo liner!
     
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    I think it's crooked. :)
     
    #13 ztanos, Jun 8, 2013
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    I did mine the week I got my car and it was very easy and simple! The dealership wanted to charge me $50 to install a peel-n-stick bumper guard -.- all I did was just wipe it down real good and used a dry erase marker to make tiny dots of how it was going to be aligned and it turned out great! It was actually my first DIY project on this car :)
     
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    Does anyone know if it has to be a certain temperature to apply this? I am affraid its too cold right now in NY.. 25 degrees F.
     
    #15 Jazzpiano, Feb 12, 2014
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    I would wait till it is warmer to make sure the tape will stick properly to the surface.
     
    #16 B2FiNiTY, Feb 12, 2014
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