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Repainted Vehicles and Paint Protection Film

In Auto Detailing, Calabasas, Camarillo, Car Exterior, General, Los Angeles, Malibu, Moorpark, Newbury Park, Paint Protection Film, Thousand Oaks, Ventura County, Westlake Village by The Ghost Shield Team1 Comment

How long after painting should you wait before installing paint protection film? Typically you should wait 30 days after a vehicle has been repainted before having paint protection film reinstalled. Whether or not the panel is baked, you should still give the paint time to “air out”. You want to give the paint time to release the solvents from the …

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Why Choose Bulk Installation for Your Clear Bra?

In Auto Detailing, Calabasas, Car Exterior, General, Hollywood, Los Angeles, Newbury Park, Thousand Oaks, Ventura County by The Ghost Shield TeamLeave a Comment

What is a bulk installation? A bulk installation is a clear bra install done by using a large sheet of material instead of a pre-cut kit piece. Bulk installations take much longer to install as everything must be hand trimmed. Most installation companies will only do bulk installations when there is no kit available or by customer request. Bulk installations …

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10 Ways to Customize Your Tesla Model 3

In Calabasas, Camarillo, Car Detailing, Car Exterior, Ceramic Tint, Electric Cars, General, Interior Detail, Los Angeles, Malibu, Newbury Park, Paint Protection Film, Self-Driving Cars, Tesla, Tesla Model 3, Thousand Oaks, Ventura County, Vinyl Wrap, Westlake Village, Window Tint Tips by The Ghost Shield Team3 Comments

  Welcome to our blog post dedicated to the world of customization and protection for your Tesla Model 3 in the beautiful Southern California region. If you’re a proud Tesla owner seeking ways to enhance the look, style, and durability of your Model 3, you’ve come to the right place. In this article, we will explore a variety of exciting …

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Keep Your New Car Looking Like New- Routine Maintenance Guide

In Auto Detailing, Bugs, Car Detailing, Car Exterior, Ceramic Coating, General, Los Angeles, Malibu, Newbury Park, Thousand Oaks, Ventura County by The Ghost Shield TeamLeave a Comment

 Having your car washed and waxed at regular intervals saves you from having to spend money on extensive detailing at a later time. But let’s be honest, no one wants to wash their car weekly. Black cars and red cars specifically should be waxed often because over time they can easily oxidize and take on dull grey and pink colors respectively. Usually …

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Protecting and Maintaining Your Car’s Interior

In Auto Detailing, Car Detailing, General, Interior Detail, Los Angeles, Malibu, Newbury Park, Tesla, Tesla Model 3, Thousand Oaks, Ventura County by The Ghost Shield TeamLeave a Comment

Why Regular Interior Details Are Important Regular cleaning of the interior surfaces of your vehicle help to keep dirt or dried liquids from causing staining or damage. Dirt and dust particles can cause scratches to the interior surfaces. Everything from dirt and makeup, to coffee or soda can damage the vinyl, leather or cloth surfaces of your vehicle. Detailing also …

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Which Tint is Best? Dyed vs Ceramic vs Metallic Tint

In Car Exterior, Ceramic Tint, General, Los Angeles, Malibu, Newbury Park, Standard Tint, Ventura County, Window Tint Tips by The Ghost Shield Team5 Comments

Here is what you need to know about Window Tint You may have heard about the different types of tint. Today we get to the bottom of “Which Tint is best”. There are three popular types of tint: Dyed Tint (aka Standard), Metallic Tint, and Ceramic Tint. Understanding the differences between these popular options can make a significant difference in your …

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Paint Sealant vs Ceramic Coatings

In Auto Detailing, Calabasas, Camarillo, Car Detailing, Ceramic Coating, General, Los Angeles, Malibu, Moorpark, Newbury Park, Paint Protection Film, Thousand Oaks, Ventura County, Westlake Village by The Ghost Shield Team3 Comments

  What is paint sealant? Paint sealant can mean several things, depending on who you ask – but at the most basic level, it is a synthetic product designed to protect a car’s surface while providing a mirror-like shine. Because a sealant is chemically engineered to bond to the surface, it will last much longer than a traditional wax while …

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Why Get A Full Car Paint Protection Wrap?

In Calabasas, Camarillo, Hollywood, Los Angeles, Newbury Park, Paint Protection Film, Thousand Oaks, Ventura County, Westlake Village by The Ghost Shield Team1 Comment

The majority of vehicles equipped with Paint Protection Film are only protected in certain areas: The front bumper, hood, fenders, rocker panels, etc. These areas are the ones that are particularly prone to rock chips and damage from other road debris. However, some vehicle owners want peace of mind not only about the particularly vulnerable parts of their vehicle but …

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How To Wash A Car With Paint Protection Film Or Ceramic Coating

In Calabasas, Camarillo, Car Exterior, Ceramic Coating, Hollywood, Los Angeles, Malibu, Newbury Park, Paint Protection Film, Thousand Oaks, Ventura County, Westlake Village by The Ghost Shield Team4 Comments

How do you wash a car with Paint Protection Film or a Ceramic Coating? What are the proper washing techniques? How can you avoid damaging or shortening the life of your Paint Protection Film or Ceramic Coating? How can you maximize the longevity and appearance of your long-term paint protection? There are a number of things to note when discussing the proper care …

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Why Should You Install Paint Protection Film On Your Leased Vehicle

In Calabasas, Camarillo, Car Exterior, Hollywood, Los Angeles, Malibu, Moorpark, Newbury Park, Paint Protection Film, Thousand Oaks, Ventura County, Westlake Village by The Ghost Shield TeamLeave a Comment

Leasing a car is all about what that car will be worth at the end of the lease, or, as it’s referred to in leasing, the residual value. Ideally, you sign your lease, make your monthly payments on time and, at the end of the lease, hand the keys back to the dealer and walk away. Easy peasy, right? Not …