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Can it be fixed?

Hoze

New Member
Hi guys!

I recently wrapped an entire van, and less than a month later, it started failing in some areas. Some spots are flat, while others are in the recessed sections. The application process was the same throughout, and the other side is perfect. I cleaned the surface with alcohol, the temperature was 70-ish in the garage, and there was no visible damage to the paint.

I remember having adhesion issues in certain spots. I cleaned those areas again and reheated the vinyl. Eventually, I managed to get it to stick—some areas held on their own, while others required adhesive promoter.

Any help or input would be greatly appreciated!

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OPI_Matt

Graphic Artist, Sign Shop, & Vinyl/Wrap
Did you only use alcohol to clean the surface?
What type of vinyl material did you use?
Did you post heat?

The recessed areas look like it's not post heated correctly.
The bubble spots could be failed adhesive if you had adhesion problems. Adhesive got either something from the van or the surrounding environment.
 
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