Power Sports Wraps Customer Projects

Yes, They are here!!  Finally a State side professional company offering the latest in Pre-Cut vinyl wraps, graphics & decal kits just for the Can-Am Spyder.  Our custom Spyder kits currently have 24 pieces with more on the way very soon.  PowerSportswraps.com Can Am Spyder kits are produced on easy to apply low tac vinyl which makes do it yourself application quite simple… just peel & stick.  Our highly durable Spyder full color vinyl decal kits are sub surface images protected by a hard rolled on glossy or matte laminate (you choose your finish).  This Protective laminate helps prevent scratches, scuffs,  the effects of UV sun damage & resists chemicals.  Call today to order your BRP Can-Am Spyder pre cut graphics kit.    

All new Can-Am Spyder pre-cut vinyl graphics kits are here!!  Yes, we realize you have been waiting a long time & we’re sorry but we finally have them ready & here is a quick glimpse of some of the flame  kit variations we have available first.  We have a whole bunch of requests and stock patterns that will be coming down the line over time, so, keep watching the website.  Currently these are so new that they have not even been posted to our website, so, if you have questions feel free to contact us by phone or email me personally: pete@powersportsweraps.com

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BELOW ARE THE INSTRUCTIONS & NUMBERED PHOTOS FROM OUR CUSTOMER CHUCK ON HOW TO CREATE & APPLY THE VINYL WRAPPING FILM AS IT APPEARS ON HIS DODGE CHALLENGER.  THANK YOU VERY MUCH… CHUCK . POWERSPORTS TEAM…

I began step 1 by surfing the internet to find a pattern similar to what I liked. I found the strobe style the most beneficial due to the fact that being all small pieces I could make them from a 2×4 sheet and not see seams. I went with “Moto Blue”. I chose your product because of the thickness and apparent durability. The selection was also great. I made a good choice. Step 2 was prep and initial taping of the car. I started by giving it a thorough wash with dish soap in the areas I would be working. I followed the bath with a good lint free towel. After it dried I used good old fashioned masking tape. (we reccomend 70% alcohol wipe as well, prior to application)  Using 1″ tape, I followed the body lines of the car going horizontally from the back bumper seam to the front bumper seam. It was a bit tricky making the bends and around the top of the mirrors.In step 3 I applied the diagonal tape going the length of the car. As the distance of the columns between the stripes got bigger, the stripe width got smaller. To accomplish this I made a gauge out of scrap paper. It would measure from the beginning of one diagonal tape column to the beginning of the next. I taped off the front bumper seam, and I used the front door seam to give me an approximate angle to follow. Once I had the angle I wanted, I used a strip of 1″ tape for the first diagonal tape column. After that it got easier. I used the gauge to mark the rest of the diagonal tape locations. I applied one mark on the top strip of 1″ tape, and one on the bottom strip.Complete the taping before applying the stripes. Determine how wide you want the rest of the stripes. I had to change column widths a couple of times due to overlapping the front and back door seams. My next two columns were 1″wide; after that the next four were 1.5″. Five were at 2″, five more at 2.5″, four at 3″, and three at 3.5″. The last five columns were two 4″, two 4.5″, and one at 5″ wide. At this point was where I looked for flaws and decided if it was the pattern I would stick with.Step 4 consisted of making templates by dry rubbing. This step took quite a bit of paper. Starting at the front, I set a piece of paper over the first stripe hole and dry rubbed it with a pencil to get the shape of the stripe. Then I cut it out and marked the template. I numbered each one left 1, left 2, etc. I did not destroy the templates when I was finished. I am keeping them in case I ever have to replace a damaged piece.Transferring the template to the vinyl made up step 5. I flipped the template upside down and traced it on the back of the vinyl sheet. I kept them as close together as possible, so I would not waste the vinyl. I made sure to mark the back of the vinyl appropriately. A razor blade was used to cut the vinyl. Scissors did not work; they distorted the vinyl when cutting.The last step was cleaning the areas with 70% rubbing alcohol, letting it air dry, and applying the vinyl. I used the squeegee and followed the directions that came with the vinyl. This was by far the easiest and most gratifying step. There were a couple of times I had to re-lift the vinyl because of an air bubble being trapped. The Vinyl was actually pretty easy to work with. STEP 6. FINALLY I removed the tape to admire the new stripes. The whole job took me a couple of days, but I definitely enjoyed it.

Special thanks to Chuck for these super pictures of his Dodge Challenger with our Digital Moto Blue Camouflage (CAM-299-MTB)  Chuck really put his heart into creating this one of a kind Challenger graphic out of our wrapping film.   He purchased our standard 2′ x 4′ digital camo film and used it to set his Challenger off.  If you are looking for Digital Camo or Colored camouflage we can help… We have over 200 vinyl patterns to choose from.  Contact us today with your do it yourself vinyl wrap project.     See chucks project photos in our next post… here he explains how he  designed & applied this amazing  Dodge Challenger Digital Camouflage stripe.

To order Digital Moto Blue CAM-299-MTB:  http://www.powersportswraps.com/Gallery/Vinyl-Wraps/299.htm 

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If your team needs that professional look but your on a tight budget contact us… we can help.  We have over 200 custom wraps ready to ship & completely customizable.  Need your team logo produced in a decal or combined into your wrap?? No problem!!  Need new racing numbers with shadows & shading? No Problem!!  Do you have an enclosed trailer that needs some racing eye ball?? We can help…  Go Kart wraps are just one way you can use our vinyl wrap products.  With our custom wrap sheets you can vinyl cut Lettering, Numbers,  Names, Graphics & more…..  We can custom create a look that fits your team, personality & budget.  Contact us today for your custom Kart wrap…. Your won’t be disappointed with our fast, courteous, professional service.     

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Special thanks to our fist time user Mitch Bedke for sending us these really cool pictures of his 2004 Ski Doo Rev 800 with our urban Avalanche camouflage vinyl covering (CAM-293-SBG).  Mitch had never applied wrapping film prior to purchasing our do it yourself vinyl wraps.  We provide you with everything you need to complete your vinyl wrap project. 

If you would like to cover your sled in CAMO, FLAMES, LIGHTNING, CARBONFIBER or another custom effect feel free to contact us.   

We have wraps for: sled’s, Bike’s, ATV’s, Jet Ski’s, Side X Side’s, Golf car’s & much more…..  

TO ORDER URBAN AVALANCHE CAMO: http://www.powersportswraps.com/Gallery/Vinyl-Wraps/293.htm

CUSTOM PROJECT REQUEST E-MAIL: pete@powersportswraps.com

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Check out Abe’s 2006 Suzuki GSXR 1000 with our Blue-Black Flame wrap (part # FLM-100-BFM) on it!!  Abe is one of our first time users he had never used our vinyl bike wraps prior to purchasing from us.  We provided everything he needed to do the bike wrap vinyl application correctly. Do it your self vinyl wraps… Save $$.   Abe was pleased with the way his motorcycle wrap turned out &  was proud to send us these pictures.   If you have a bike wrap idea feel free to contact us or submit your request to us & we will see what we can design just for you.

TO ORDER BLUE-BLACK FLAME WRAPS: http://www.powersportswraps.com/Gallery/Vinyl-Wraps/100.htm 

TO SPEAK WITH A VINYL WRAP SPECIALIST: 814-838-6377

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WARNING!!

CAMO VINYL BUYER BEWARE!!

ALL ONLINE CAMO VINYL PRODUCTS ARE NOT CREATED EQUALLY

LOW PRICE DOES NOT MEAN GOOD QUALITY.

Over the past few years the licensed vinyl camouflage market & it’s demand has increased by leaps & bounds.  As a result, many camouflage marketers & manufacturers have desperately tried to find ways to produce vinyl camouflage covering (wraps) cheaper.  In order to do this  it will mean they have to cut corners somewhere. They only have so many options when it comes to doing this: Use inferior vinyl, inferior inks or Inferior laminates.  The information below will help you to be an informed camo vinyl consumer & will help you to find the right wrapping film for your camo project.     

What to look for when shopping for vinyl camouflage covering: 

1. A quality brand vinyl film intended to apply over curves, contours & corrugations AKA “wrapping film”.

2. Inks that are outdoor durable preferably: Solvent, Eco Solvent, Ultra Eco Solvent or Screen (w/hard laminate) (UV inks not recommended although they are becoming the industry standard)

3. Hard rolled on or sheet laminate covering. (spray laminate not recommended for outdoor or long term use)

SEE BELOW FOR MORE DETAILS: 

What some camo dealers don’t want you to know….

INFERIOR VINYLS: In order to lower the cost some online camo companies have opted to use vinyls that may not be intended for wrapping vehicles, ATV’s, Utility vehicles and the like.  When shopping for Vinyl Camo coverings YOU MUST ASK:  Is the vinyl you are using “wrapping film?”  If they say yes make sure they are using a reputable brand: 3M 160 or 180, Oracal: 3551 or 3951, Avery: MPI 1005 or MPI 1800 & the like… (more quality vinyls avialable not listed) If they are not using  quality vinyls DON’T BUY IT, YOU’LL BE SORRY!

INFERIOR INKS: Another way to cut cost is by using inferior inks.  This will be much harder to determine if you purchase the film & think you will see a difference, you won’t.  Even if inferior ink was used you will not be able to tell for at least 6-12 months & by then it’s too late.  Prior to purchasing your camo covering YOU MUST ASK:   Is the ink you are using intended for long term outdoor use?  Is the ink: Solvent, eco Solvent, ultra eco Solvent or (screen printed w/hard laminate)?    If yes, chances are you are getting a quality ink product that will last but that is only 1/3 of what you need for a good quality camo vinyl covering.  If they say they are using UV inks we strongly recommend you search else where.  UV inks will not give you a long lasting outdoor vinyl wrap.  It will look great when you first get it but it will fade much quicker than normal. BUYER BEWARE!! PRICE IS NOT EVERYTING!

INFERIOR LAMINATE: Laminate is used to protect the image from scratches, scuffs, general wear & the effects of UV rays.  Many online companies are cutting cost by using inferior (calendered) laminates not intended for wrapping camo or the are using the more popular liquid or spray on laminate.  When shopping YOU MUST ASK:  Do you use rolled on sheet laminate OR do you spray your laminate?  If they spray, BEWARE!!! You will have much less durability than if you choose a product that has a rolled on laminate. Rolled on or sheet laminate is actually a second material that has about the same thickness as the actual vinyl that the image is produced on, so, you have double the thickness in film plus a much more durable finished product.  Rolled on laminate makes your camo covering image a subsurface or under the surface image so it is well protected for years for durability. 

REMEMBER: PRICE $$ IS NOT EVERYTHING WHEN SHOPPING FOR CAMOUFLAGE COVERINGS.

What you want in a quality camouflage covering: Good quality film with outdoor inks laminated with sheet laminate not spray. 

We hope this information will prove helpful in your search for a quality vinyl camouflage product.

If you have further questions please feel free to contact us at 814~838~6377.

See our full line of camo vinyl at:  http://www.powersportswraps.com/Vinyl-Wraps/Camouflage/1.htm

Wrapping film can be used for over sized vinyl graphics as well as complete body wraps on vehicles. This vehicle is used locally to promote vinyl graphics, vehicle  & bike wraps.  Do it your self vinyl wraps are the best & least expensive way to promote your company or trick out your ride.  Contact us for your next wrap project..

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