This tutorial demonstrates how to wrap an A-pillar seam on a white 2018-2024 Audi so the original paint stays hidden. White paint can be difficult to cover completely around tight gaps, making seam planning important for full vehicle coverage.
Pillar Inlay Steps
The installer walks through a seam technique using knifeless tape and an inlaid scrap piece:
- Place knifeless tape along the bottom body line of the pillar.
- Insert a small scrap piece of vinyl with the backing paper folded in half, then peel the backing paper once it is placed inside the gap.
- Lock the vinyl in on the body line.
- Apply light heat and use a flexible squeegee to tuck the material fully into the pillar gap.
- Pull the knifeless tape through to trim the scrap cleanly, then remove the excess vinyl.
Finishing the Pillar Seam
After glassing out the main pillar panel, apply heat to the material and allow it to cool. Cut the edge on the opposite side of the gap. Finally, take a squeegee and tuck the vinyl over the seam to complete the coverage.
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FAQ
Why is white paint harder to cover when wrapping a car?
White paint can easily show through body seams and tight gaps if coverage is incomplete. Using an inlaid scrap piece along the body line before wrapping the main panel prevents the original white paint from showing.
How do you wrap an A-pillar seam using knifeless tape?
Apply knifeless tape along the bottom body line of the pillar and slide an inlaid scrap piece into the gap. Tuck the scrap in with a flexible squeegee, pull the knifeless tape to cut the edge, and later tuck the main pillar film over the seam.