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Protecting headlights from rocks? PPF???

Discussion in 'Detailing' started by VERTIGO, Apr 30, 2023.

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Apr 30, 2023 at 11:41 PM

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How can I protect my 3rd gen headlights from rock chips? Would PPF work? I noticed a tiny one after a camping trip. I just don’t want to have to replace them. My dealer told me they were $800-$1000 a piece.

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May 2, 2023 at 3:21 PM

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How can I protect my 3rd gen headlights from rock chips? Would PPF work? I noticed a tiny one after a camping trip. I just don’t want to have to replace them. My dealer told me they were $800-$1000 a piece.
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Yep. PPF will work.

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May 4, 2023 at 1:57 PM

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HI -> CA

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Tune, 285/75/16, Diode Dynamics, PPF, Bakflip Mx4, Meso, Cali Raised, TJM

I have ppf on mine but a big enough rock ppf wont stop a crazy impact.

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May 7, 2023 at 10:38 AM

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Got ya! I ended up doing the front end in PPF yesterday. I am hoping it will protect a little bit but it looks good.

VERTIGO, May 7, 2023

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