This is a beginner-friendly way to wrap a front fender, shown on a black 2019-2024 Audi A7. It works the fender in sections, from the front edge to the wheel well.
Steps
- Cut the film to the fender's shape, leaving 1 to 2 inches of excess on each side.
- Roll the backing paper back and tack the front of the fender.
- Peel more backing paper up to the top corner, then peel downward from the corner.
- Glass out the back of the fender and cut off the loose backing paper.
- Tack the rear top side on the body line.
- Glass out the front side and lock the film in across the body line.
- Work out the air on the top, then peel the rest of the backing paper.
- Heat the lifted section and, with even tension, glass out the bottom.
- Work into the farthest edge of the wheel well, lay the blade against the edge and trim.
Tips
- Get the top flat and air-free before you peel the last of the backing paper.
Aura Vinyl is a cast polymer hybrid film with German-made adhesive, made for repositioning and smooth installs.
FAQ
How much excess vinyl should you leave when cutting a fender?
Leave 1 to 2 inches of excess film around each side of the fender before tacking.
How do you glass out the bottom section of the fender?
Warm the entire lifted section with heat. Then hold an equal amount of tension to glass out the bottom side and work out the air.
How do you trim the vinyl along the wheel arch?
Work the material into the farthest edge of the wheel well. Lay your blade against the edge and follow it all the way through to cut.
