Economical wrap kit for box trucks

[Salmoneye]

In searching for this I am finding conflicting and outdated information. What are you guys using for box trucks. I do not want to have any jobs come back but want the best bang for the $ 4560GTX fits the bill as far as specs go but there was a lot of negative feedback; Are they still having problems? Oracal 3551ra looks good but is quite a bit more money. Flat surfaces with occasional rivets. Any input appreciated.

 

[sghobbies]

Have you tried AutoMark from General Formulations?

 

[BigfishDM]

Lol you know what I think, but its tough and I understand your situation so it could be worth the risk to give the Arlon a chance. If money wasn't an issue then you would go with the Oracal.

 

[SE SignSupply]

Have you tried AutoMark from General Formulations?

 

[Salmoneye]

I will look up some info on it and see if my supplier sells it.

 

[BigfishDM]

These prices might help, have not heard any reviews on this stuff yet though.


230 AutoMark 2.4 mil Conformable Gloss White
230-54 54"x150' $293.24

231 AutoMark Clear Overlam
231-54 54"x150' $194.06

 

[sghobbies]

I've tried all sorts of wrap media. Oracal 3951, 3551. Arlon 6000 DXP? I think it;s called. 3M 180 CV3 and 380 CV3. And even the AutoMark. They all have their place, just make sure the customer knows what they are getting.

 

[Salmoneye]

Thanks Big Fish, you always go the extra mile even when it doesn't result in a sale for you. I really appreciate it.

 

[sghobbies]

Thave not heard any reviews on this stuff yet though.
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We've used the AutoMark. So far, so good. Not sure of it's longevity, but the install was a breeze with this stuff. I would say it has the initial tack of 3M 180 CV3, but seems to stick better after pressure, more like Oracal.

 

[BigfishDM]

Ever use the 3M 3552C? That used to be a pretty good product a few years back.

 

[BigfishDM]

Thanks Big Fish, you always go the extra mile even when it doesn't result in a sale for you. I really appreciate it.

 

[Salmoneye]

Morning bump! I am getting ready to purchase. Anyone with any other info about the auto mark? Is everyone liking this as their economical, good performing flat wrap material or is everyone just putting on the high end stuff?

 

[sghobbies]

I've even wrapped a golf cart with this stuff, pretty amazing for the price. Not sure how the golf cart will hold up in terms of longevity, but it went on really nice.

 

[cdiesel]

3M IJ40C with 8518

Mactac Gruv729 with 3648 lam

Both of these combos work well on box trucks.

 

[speedmedia]

We almost always use Oracal 3551 RA and 290 lam on box truck and trailers.

4560 GTX is asking for problems. I think at one time they said it was good for partial wraps but after replacing so many of them after everyone followed their specs they re-wrote that. It should at least be good for a box truck but I wouldn't use that stuff to start a fire.

I guess if you are doing them cheap and don't care how long they last then maybe it is good for you. You would be better off using 3651 with 210 if you don't care how the install looks.

Thanks,
Kurt

 

[HulkSmash]

Lol you know what I think, but its tough and I understand your situation so it could be worth the risk to give the Arlon a chance. If money wasn't an issue then you would go with the Oracal.

Better than 3M 180? i think not!

 

[Mosh]

Orajet 3551 and 290 lam is what you need to use.

 

[BigfishDM]

Better than 3M 180? i think not!

Nothing is better then 3M180 hands down, but he was looking for a more economical priced product since they are flat panels so we talked about Oracal 3551 against the Arlon and I reccomended the Oracal.

 

[BigfishDM]

Orajet 3551 and 290 lam is what you need to use.

+1

 

[Mike Paul]

Most of the so called high performance calendared films require a cast laminate. If your using a cast laminate you may as well go with cast vinyl. The difference is about .30 cents a sq. ft.