Body side graphics with PPF

ThoRaX · Feb 14, 2021

Got PPF and ceramic on my TRX last week. I hadn’t planned on putting the PPF on the rear body panels but after seeing all the tire kick up and talking to my detailer, I changed my mind. I had already gotten the factory graphics and the detailer did mention that PPF would change their appearance. I like that the graphics already tended to be subtle on a black truck. I was really happy after putting the PPF over them. They look more shiny now but even more subtle. Just wanted to share a pic in case anyone was wondering what they would look like with PPF over the top.

Jiffjingle · Feb 14, 2021

Nice!
I wonder how the stealth (matte) would look over the graphics

Pusateri · Feb 14, 2021

Thanks for the photo. I'm doing the same and never though about how the appearance would look. It looks great!

Hellasaurus · Feb 14, 2021

ThoRaX said:
Got PPF and ceramic on my TRX last week. I hadn’t planned on putting the PPF on the rear body panels but after seeing all the tire kick up and talking to my detailer, I changed my mind. I had already gotten the factory graphics and the detailer did mention that PPF would change their appearance. I like that the graphics already tended to be subtle on a black truck. I was really happy after putting the PPF over them. They look more shiny now but even more subtle. Just wanted to share a pic in case anyone was wondering what they would look like with PPF over the top.

Looks good

JumpSquadAuto · Feb 14, 2021

Looks great. Reminds me of those high end epoxy floors with the fancy design patterns locked in. Thanks for the pics.

OkieTRX80 · Mar 4, 2021

ThoRaX said:
Got PPF and ceramic on my TRX last week. I hadn’t planned on putting the PPF on the rear body panels but after seeing all the tire kick up and talking to my detailer, I changed my mind. I had already gotten the factory graphics and the detailer did mention that PPF would change their appearance. I like that the graphics already tended to be subtle on a black truck. I was really happy after putting the PPF over them. They look more shiny now but even more subtle. Just wanted to share a pic in case anyone was wondering what they would look like with PPF over the top.

schmeckzy

CbRanch78022 · Mar 4, 2021

Jiffjingle said:
Nice!
I wonder how the stealth (matte) would look over the graphics

I would like to know this too. Anyone do stealth with the graphics?? I’m debating leaving them on or removing before I stealth mine.

dannystrx · Apr 26, 2021

ThoRaX said:
Got PPF and ceramic on my TRX last week. I hadn’t planned on putting the PPF on the rear body panels but after seeing all the tire kick up and talking to my detailer, I changed my mind. I had already gotten the factory graphics and the detailer did mention that PPF would change their appearance. I like that the graphics already tended to be subtle on a black truck. I was really happy after putting the PPF over them. They look more shiny now but even more subtle. Just wanted to share a pic in case anyone was wondering what they would look like with PPF over the top.

You have any more pictures? I have an LE and considering either going around them and stealth on top or just cover them.

dave summer · Jan 11, 2022

ThoRaX said:
Got PPF and ceramic on my TRX last week. I hadn’t planned on putting the PPF on the rear body panels but after seeing all the tire kick up and talking to my detailer, I changed my mind. I had already gotten the factory graphics and the detailer did mention that PPF would change their appearance. I like that the graphics already tended to be subtle on a black truck. I was really happy after putting the PPF over them. They look more shiny now but even more subtle. Just wanted to share a pic in case anyone was wondering what they would look like with PPF over the top.

I’m dropping my black TRX for PPF this week and the shop rep mentioned this to me also, that the graphics would appear “shinier”..under the film. So you’re saying they DO look more shiny but at the same time MORE subtle..? That’s interesting. Like you, I really liked how subtle the TRX side graphic was originally(if the truck is a bit dirty or from a certain angle it’s hard to even notice it sometimes)…But you’re saying it’s the best of both worlds since adding the PPF..? Could you share some more pics please if not too much trouble? Did you get the film applied to the entire truck, did they do your hood as well? How did the TRX hood graphic turn out? thank you.

RjR · Jan 11, 2022

Do you have a closer picture? Is there any halo effect around the edges of the lettering? Also wondering how the hood graphics look...

UnfaithfulZ · Jan 11, 2022

dave summer said:
I’m dropping my black TRX for PPF this week and the shop rep mentioned this to me also, that the graphics would appear “shinier”..under the film. So you’re saying they DO look more shiny but at the same time MORE subtle..? That’s interesting. Like you, I really liked how subtle the TRX side graphic was originally(if the truck is a bit dirty or from a certain angle it’s hard to even notice it sometimes)…But you’re saying it’s the best of both worlds since adding the PPF..? Could you share some more pics please if not too much trouble? Did you get the film applied to the entire truck, did they do your hood as well? How did the TRX hood graphic turn out? thank you.

I'd be curious to see additional pictures as well. My PPF installer mentioned when I am ready to have the truck done, he recommended removing the Factory graphics on the rear bed to ensure a smooth and even transition as he said it may be slightly noticeable since they aren't level with the factory paint.

DIABLOPOWER702 · Jan 11, 2022

I just purchased a cricut machine, with some Oracle 651 vinyl. I have my tattoo artist/best friend drawing up some amazing bedside decals.

SexyRexy · Jan 11, 2022

The OP (@ThoRaX) was last on here on 7/19/21. Not sure y'all will get a reply anytime soon.

dave summer · Jan 11, 2022

SexyRexy said:
The OP (@ThoRaX) was last on here on 7/19/21. Not sure y'all will get a reply anytime soon.

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Dang I don’t notice that, thanks. It says he was a Founding Member too, you’d think he would stick around but maybe something changed.

juicebox · Jan 11, 2022

UnfaithfulZ said:
I'd be curious to see additional pictures as well. My PPF installer mentioned when I am ready to have the truck done, he recommended removing the Factory graphics on the rear bed to ensure a smooth and even transition as he said it may be slightly noticeable since they aren't level with the factory paint.

My installer said the same thing. He said there would be a halo effect around the graphics, so he recommended removing the graphics, PPF'ing the whole panel, and then lay down new graphics on top. I didn't like the idea of having to replace the graphics every time I need to replace the PPF on those panels(I actually go off road), so I opted to only cover the front half of both panels, since that is the only area that actually takes hits. The installer also did the same thing around the front end graphics, and he cut it to mirror the edge of the hood stickers. And then I had the black rockers covered as well, because those get hit, even with RokBlokz mud flaps(I have Mopar power steps, so my rockers are exposed).