This tutorial shows a dark grey vinyl wrap with a PET-backed finish on a 2017 to 2023 Tesla Model 3 side mirror. The video demonstrates how to wrap a side mirror in two pieces to achieve a clean look along the body line. The process starts by placing knifeless tape directly across the hard body line of the mirror. Next, lay down the first piece of film, work out all the air, and pull the material over the knifeless tape. Heat the film to lock it in, pull the knifeless tape all the way through, and remove the excess material. For the second section, apply knifeless tape just past the seam. Heat the material on the mirror tool and glass the film over the face of the mirror. Use a glove to work down as much material as possible, then cut around the shape of the mirror tool. Pull the material over the knifeless tape and work it into the edges. Use the hard edge of a squeegee to find the cut line, pull the tape through, and remove the excess. Finally, use the gap in between the mirror to cut the film down to shape. Aura Vinyl vinyl wrap uses a cast polymer hybrid film with German-made adhesive.
FAQ
How do you get a seamless look when wrapping a side mirror?
Place knifeless tape directly across the hard body line before applying your first piece of vinyl. Using the body line hides the seam and makes the finished wrap look clean.
Where do you cut the vinyl wrap on a Tesla Model 3 mirror?
Use knifeless tape along the hard body line and cut along the natural gap in between the mirror housing to trim the material to shape.