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Home » 5 Aftermarket Items That You Need to Protect Your Vehicle

5 Aftermarket Items That You Need to Protect Your Vehicle

December 12, 2013 By Kif Richmann

Aftermarket application at McGrath Auto

At McGrath Auto, we are passionate about providing high-quality, long-lasting vehicles.

With that spirit in mind, our aftermarket team provides excellent options that help you keep your car protected and maintain a great look,  inside and out.

These services are available for any new or used car and they can also be applied to cars that you already own.

Take a look at 5 of our most popular aftermarket applications:

Rust Proofing:

Rust protect

Rust proofing protects against corrosion that can harm cars, especially cars that travel in Midwestern cities like Cedar Rapids and Iowa City.

Our process allows complete application without the need for drilling or other impactful techniques, and protects vulnerable areas from rust caused by salt, humidity, water, and more.

With superior rust proofing, your call will last much longer and stand up against the corrosion that plagues Iowa and other states.

 

Undercoating:

Under side coating

The undercoating is specifically designed to guard the underside of the car against road abrasion and debris.

A rigorous protection process, which includes scuffing the wheel wells, cleaning surfaces, and taping areas to avoid overspray, prepares the underside for application.

When the coating is complete, not only does it protect against rocks and other road items, it also creates a sound-dampening barrier, giving you a more peaceful drive.

 

Interior Protection:

Interior

Our interior protection process can be utilized on cloth, leather, or vinyl interiors, and protects against dirt, grease, food, beverage stains, and fading from the sun.

This application can be extremely useful for people who have families or work in dirty environments, such as construction sites.

Before adding the protection agents, the interior is meticulously cleaned. When the chemicals are finally applied, a specific fabric is used to ensure proper dispersion.

The chemical allows the surface to breath, preventing stiffness for years.

 

Paint Protection:

Paint protection

Designed to protect the vehicle’s factory paint, this system creates a shield against sunlight, bird droppings, tree sap, and water spots, which can all bull the finish.

We remove any impurities by thoroughly cleaning the exterior with a specialized system, which also creates a smooth, silky surface.

The paint protection consists of a liquid-foam chemical that is evenly applied and then allowed to sit for 30 minutes before being removed with a micro-fiber towel.

 

Bed Liner:

Bed liner gun

Probably the most vigorous and intensive aftermarket process, bed lining can be time consuming, but it is also one of the best ways to protect your pickup.

Much of the time is used prepping the pickup for application. Using plastic, paper, and tape, all areas are covered except the bed of the truck.

Then the entire bed, including side rails and inside of the tailgate, is scuffed to allow better application.

The liner actually consists of two materials, a resin and a hardener, which are kept separate until application and are mixed by a specifically-designed spray gun.

After the liner is finished, no heavy items are placed in the bed for 24 hours.

 

All of these products are available for any ride, including cars and trucks in your current fleet!

Cedar Rapids’ Automotive Services Top Spot

McGrath Auto is proud to offer these products and services, which help extend the life of your vehicle and keep you driving happy for miles.

Give us a call at 877-226-0908  to learn more about our excellent aftermarket products  that are available for all of our new and used cars, as well as any car already in your garage.

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