Tesla Model Y - DIY Stealth PPF - You Can Save THOUSANDS and Do It Yourself!

I have completely wrapped my Tesla Model Y with DIY PPF from @DriveProtected and this time, I went with the Stealth wrap. The Stealth PPF, or sometimes referred to as Matte PPF, is the same 8 mil thick PPF that functions much the same, but it adds a matte finish to give a unique look to your Tesla.

I completely wrapped my Model Y in clear PPF fro Drive Protected Shop 2 years ago, and after having hit a few things along the way, it more than paid for itself in protecting the paint from damage. To change the look of my Model Y with this new Matte Stealth PPF, I first have to remove the clear PPF that is on the car. To do this, work slow and smooth and pull the film away fro the car in a "backwards" direction. So if you are removing the film from the right side of a panel working your way left, you would pull the film toward the right at a 45 degree angle to prevent adhesive from being left behind on the paint.

Once you have removed any film you may have on the car, you need to wash (clay bar if necessary) using dawn dish soap. Do not use a car wash soap that you may have as most leave a film behind that we do not want on the paint before applying the PPF. Once that is complete, you can start working on installing the PPF.

You can order the front bumper in 2 ways, a single piece or a multi piece. I highly recommend going with the multi piece front bumper as it not only makes the install easier, but takes less than half the time to install. When using this cut of bumper, make sure you line up the edges of each piece before fully securing the film to the paint.

The 8 mil thick PPF from Drive Protected Shop, both clear and matte, are extremely forgiving and allow you ample time to adjust, remove and reapply before curing. The film is also forgiving in the stretching it does as it can return to close to its original size within reason. So overstretching can happen, but this film is pretty good at not being over stretched.

This Stealth film kit, just like the clear kit, features a self healing surface. What that means is if you were to get light scratches on the surface of the PPF, after sitting in the warm sun for a couple hours, the surface will self heal and the scratches will disappear. This works pretty well and even 2 years later, our clear film was still able to self heal in the sun.

If you are not interested in PPF wrapping the entire car, be it a Model Y or a Model 3, you can also just do the front end. Drive Protected Shop offers 3 front end kits. The most protection includes mirrors, bumper, fenders, hood and a-pillars. The next level, for a bit less money, offers the same but without the A-Pillars. And then finally there is a partial front end that includes the mirrors, front bumper, partial hood and partial fenders. All 3 of these kits are effective at protecting the front end of the car from standard road debris you face on highways.

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[jeffpatrick]

After watching this, I think the $6500 I paid to have PPF installed was the best money I’ve ever spent 😂. I am not a do it yourself guy.

[elisemish-wills]

Great vid. If you get tired of Diabetic needles, try acupuncture needles. Super sharp hypodermic needles that last really well, and actually perforate smaller than most diabetic needles. My go two for bubbles in anything, and I mean anything hahahah.

[frendyv]

Hi Justin, thanks for your referral code. I just bought my MYP in red with white interior. I got a 5100 dollar discount. I’m hoping my timing was right. Seems like there’s no bottom to discounts. Love your videos. Keep ‘em coming !

[obspyker]

I can’t even put the protective film on my iPhone 🤣🤣🤣

[philhyde]

Looks great! I have to say, this is a bit of an inspiration to maybe try it myself. I had the front clip done on my EV6 (matte grey) and have been thinking about how to protect the rest of the car. This seems like a great way to save money.

[allannguyen]

Thank You, BTG! I am glad I went on here to check your video. I almost paid $2800 for the full body PFF for my 2023 Model X. I've just ordered the kit and saved $567. Thanks to discounted code that you posted on this video. Can't wait for the product to arrive and start this fun project.

[pm]

should always work in an enclosed space or you will get dust under your PPF

[ashnaura]

The discount code doesn't seem to work. Not valid for full clear kit?

[JaeTheDev]

PPF is so expensive. Luckily, there is a shop here in Rhode Island that’s XPEL certified that wrapped Teslas for $4, 500. Can’t beat that price.

[pm]

Tesbros has many big brand PPF films, full step by step videos and their prices are CHEAPER!

[beezyb]

Great work as well as editing BTG! PPF on the rocker panels are a no go right?

[caravank]

Do you need to change the color on your DMV registration if you do the matte PPF?

[DemonTied]

Woah! The prices in your area are crazy my dude. A full XPEL stealth matte ppf wrap here is 3600 installed and that’s the average price among most shops here in LA, since everything is so expensive here I was shocked to hear the prices you were quoted! Anyway, I really want to do this. But I’m scared I’ll get so frustrated and give up. I’m pretty handy, but tedious tasks can drive me nuts so I’m kinda on edge about it lol

[HayNakuDiba]

Great video, very informative and well made. Do you have any companies that make matte PPF for other vehicles?

[gman]

GREAT JOB! Like others have commented, I don't have the patience so I paid for the clear to be applied on the entire front. Question though, I now have a quarter size white scuff on the front corner of the PPF. How can that be removed? On the paint, you would use a little compound and buff it out but what about PPF?

[okhera]

Much needed learning experience! Thank You!

[Bikerbug]

Wasn’t it like $1200 for the DIY kit from Drive Protected 24 months ago.

[JFANDAPMFung-wpjp]

Great video! How do you maintain the ppf after installation?

[bombst]

we're just ignoring that giant bubble/finger to the right of the cameras on front fenders

[mondogomez]

The music that you use put me to sleep. 😂