AVS Durability

Hey guys, I just installed AVS in channels on my taco, while Installing them I noticed tape wasn't sticking very well, so I'm hoping with over 24 hours of windows rolled up they are stuck on well. That being said, are they durable enough to run through a BlueWave Carwash? Any tips would help, thanks!

 

Did you wipe down the inside of your channels with 91%+ alcohol?...let dry 5 mins?

 

Yes, I used the wipes and scotch pad they came with. I'm hoping when I check tomorrow they are nice and solid.

 

What's the temperature where you are?

 

South Texas, probably around 70 when I installed them. I knew I should have waited. Ohh well, praying for the best.

 

Run a hair dryer over them to warm it up.

 

70* is perfect lol. I installed mine at 50 degrees... I have no idea why yours wouldn’t stick

 

I'll check on the morning and update.

 

Oh great, now I’m a bit worried. I’ve been sitting on the same ones for a month now but I procrastinate like a mother fucker.

 

Actually that’s probably pretty good temp. You want that sticky 3M stuff warm and then overnight as temps cool it will harden a bit and grab more.

 

You’ll be fine lol

It rains a ton up here in the PNW, get em on while you can!

 

P.s., I tried to rip these off my sr5 before I sold it and I couldn’t get them off lol. That should be encouraging

 

Update : I checked this morning they withstand a little tugging. I'm happy with them. Now to the other part of my question, will they hold up through an auto Carwash?

 

^^^

 

Had mine for two years, through numerous car washes and pressure washers with no problems. They still holding strong.

 

Going on one year no issues .I always put a coat of wax on them every few months to keep them looking like new.

 

Thanks guys!

 

No touchless washes in your area?

I'd be very reluctant to let those nasty brushes on my new vehicle.

 

6 years so far with mine. Never even come close to coming loose.

 

After two years, no issues. Work very well.