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Red2014SS · 01-19-2015, 12:19 PM

How do you guys go about finding someone to install stripes? I bought some hood spears and some stripes for the rear quarters. I've called a few places that tint windows and none of them do stripes. I guess I could try doing it myself, but I'd rather have a pro do it. Where do I find a pro??

Tigerfan · 01-19-2015, 12:31 PM

Maybe a body shop. Tint shops in my area do it. Surprised that none in your area do.

TwentyTen2SSRS · 01-19-2015, 12:48 PM

Install yourself! Super easy! Happy to share my process of U want

Tigerfan · 01-19-2015, 12:49 PM

I would like to know the process myself also.

Red2014SS · 01-19-2015, 01:00 PM

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Originally Posted by TwentyTen2SSRS

Install yourself! Super easy! Happy to share my process of U want

Yes, please share your process!

Tigerfan, if this process looks like it's too much, I'll try some body shops.

TwentyTen2SSRS · 01-19-2015, 01:15 PM

Simple...

1. Make sure to clean surface completely

2. I use the "wet method" mix up a spray bottle of water and dawn dish soap

3. Cut binyl stripes out living very little around edges of the vinyl piece (hood spears for example)

4. Test lay down (dry) so you can get an idea for placement

5. Depending on project I then tape outside edges as markers for where vinyl should lay down when ready to apply (for hood spears can skip this)

6. Remove top layer of paper from vinyl graphic

7. Spray soap and water mix liberally on both area to be applied (hood for spears etx) as well as the exposed vinyl

This allows you auto slide the graphic around to get correct placement (also to match up with tape marks of you did that above)

8. Once you like placement use old credit card or store card (most vinyl shops provide a plastic "squeegee" thing) if they didn't use a old card

8. Begin working water/soap mixture out by using credit card from the middle out pushing the water mixture out and allowing vinyl to adhere to vehicle

Do this over and over to remove any bubbles they may for (be gentle and if you can't get a bubble don't worry!)

Tigerfan · 01-19-2015, 02:55 PM

Sounds simple enough. I have a rally set I want to install soon. I'm really hesitant about others touching my car. I would rather mess it up myself if it were to get messed up.

CamaroJim56 · 01-19-2015, 03:25 PM

Call a shop that does vehicle wraps and signs, they can do it I am sure.

TwentyTen2SSRS · 01-19-2015, 04:28 PM

trust me its super easy. Save yourself 300-400 bucks and put that towards something else

nivensid · 01-19-2015, 04:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TwentyTen2SSRS

Simple...

1. Make sure to clean surface completely

2. I use the "wet method" mix up a spray bottle of water and dawn dish soap

3. Cut binyl stripes out living very little around edges of the vinyl piece (hood spears for example)

4. Test lay down (dry) so you can get an idea for placement

5. Depending on project I then tape outside edges as markers for where vinyl should lay down when ready to apply (for hood spears can skip this)

6. Remove top layer of paper from vinyl graphic

7. Spray soap and water mix liberally on both area to be applied (hood for spears etx) as well as the exposed vinyl

This allows you auto slide the graphic around to get correct placement (also to match up with tape marks of you did that above)

8. Once you like placement use old credit card or store card (most vinyl shops provide a plastic "squeegee" thing) if they didn't use a old card

8. Begin working water/soap mixture out by using credit card from the middle out pushing the water mixture out and allowing vinyl to adhere to vehicle

Do this over and over to remove any bubbles they may for (be gentle and if you can't get a bubble don't worry!)

I followed the same process above, go to Youtube and see it in action. This is so easy I have changed mine three times, super easy.

Red2014SS · 01-20-2015, 09:26 AM

I actually tried to install some hash marks and failed miserably. It was kind of windy outside and that made the job tough. I got one hash mark installed, but there were a couple of tiny air bubbles I couldn't get out. You say not to worry about that? Do they just disappear over time? They were about the size of a pinhead.

I gave up and removed the stripe, then ordered more. I am hesitant to try it again.

usafboy · 01-20-2015, 11:06 AM

You learn from your mistakes. I've done hash marks on both my current and previous camaros with a few tiny bubbles but they aren't noticable. I've done hood spears on my current car and they turned out perfectly. Highly suggest a wet install method with soapy water. Once you worked out most/all the air bubbles, use a hair dryer or heat gun and go over the vinyl with your squeegee or card again to work out any other bubbles, plus the heat will allow the vinyl to adhere better as well. Try to keep them dry the next day or two and in the sun so they adhere and the bubbles will work themselves out.

issues · 01-20-2015, 04:55 PM

It is easy to get rid of all bubbles. Watch this video and dont pay attention to the decal.. lol

TwentyTen2SSRS · 01-20-2015, 05:25 PM

Yes don't worry about some of the little bubbles most will dissipate if in warmer climate. I forgot to mention my last step is for some air bubbles that don't go away and are bugging the shit out of U - simply use a pin or small razor blade to slice the bubble ever so slightly ( or pop of really small) it releases trapped water underneath and simply smooth that down.

01-19-2015, 12:19 PM	#1
Red2014SS Drives: 2014 2SS/RS Camaro Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Kentucky Posts: 2,421	Finding someone to install stripes?? How do you guys go about finding someone to install stripes? I bought some hood spears and some stripes for the rear quarters. I've called a few places that tint windows and none of them do stripes. I guess I could try doing it myself, but I'd rather have a pro do it. Where do I find a pro?? __________________ 2014 2SS/RS, L99, SW LTH w/HF Cats, GMPP Ex. Z/28 CAI, FR41s in PVD Black Chrome, Recaros, Pfadt Sway 377hp, 383tq 12.739@110.44 MPH

01-19-2015, 12:31 PM	#2
Tigerfan Drives: 2013 Blue Ray Camaro Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Auburn AL Posts: 150	Finding someone to install stripes?? Maybe a body shop. Tint shops in my area do it. Surprised that none in your area do.

01-19-2015, 12:48 PM	#3
TwentyTen2SSRS Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 3,972 View My Garage	Install yourself! Super easy! Happy to share my process of U want __________________ Cold Air Inductions CAI • Stainless Power LT's with HFC's • Flowmaster American Thunder Cat Back • APEX Scoop and WW Relocation Kit • VMAX Ported Throttle Body • Custom Dyno Tune • Pfadt 1.25" Lowering Springs • ZL1 Rims on 275 front 315 Rear • custome underlay vinyl wrap • Anvil Spoiler • heritage grill • APR Front Splitter • Custom Emblempros emblems • ZL1 Side Skirts • 416.5 whp 410 torque (CURRENTLY) Up Next: BTR Stage 3 Cam and supporting mods (in garage now)

01-19-2015, 01:15 PM	#6
TwentyTen2SSRS Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 3,972 View My Garage	Simple... 1. Make sure to clean surface completely 2. I use the "wet method" mix up a spray bottle of water and dawn dish soap 3. Cut binyl stripes out living very little around edges of the vinyl piece (hood spears for example) 4. Test lay down (dry) so you can get an idea for placement 5. Depending on project I then tape outside edges as markers for where vinyl should lay down when ready to apply (for hood spears can skip this) 6. Remove top layer of paper from vinyl graphic 7. Spray soap and water mix liberally on both area to be applied (hood for spears etx) as well as the exposed vinyl This allows you auto slide the graphic around to get correct placement (also to match up with tape marks of you did that above) 8. Once you like placement use old credit card or store card (most vinyl shops provide a plastic "squeegee" thing) if they didn't use a old card 8. Begin working water/soap mixture out by using credit card from the middle out pushing the water mixture out and allowing vinyl to adhere to vehicle Do this over and over to remove any bubbles they may for (be gentle and if you can't get a bubble don't worry!) __________________ Cold Air Inductions CAI • Stainless Power LT's with HFC's • Flowmaster American Thunder Cat Back • APEX Scoop and WW Relocation Kit • VMAX Ported Throttle Body • Custom Dyno Tune • Pfadt 1.25" Lowering Springs • ZL1 Rims on 275 front 315 Rear • custome underlay vinyl wrap • Anvil Spoiler • heritage grill • APR Front Splitter • Custom Emblempros emblems • ZL1 Side Skirts • 416.5 whp 410 torque (CURRENTLY) Up Next: BTR Stage 3 Cam and supporting mods (in garage now)

01-19-2015, 03:25 PM	#8
CamaroJim56 Obsessed Drives: 2016 Hyper Blue 2SS RS Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Riverview, FL Posts: 2,603	Call a shop that does vehicle wraps and signs, they can do it I am sure. __________________ 2016 Hyper Blue 2SS

01-19-2015, 12:49 PM	#4
Tigerfan Drives: 2013 Blue Ray Camaro Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Auburn AL Posts: 150	I would like to know the process myself also.

01-19-2015, 02:55 PM	#7
Tigerfan Drives: 2013 Blue Ray Camaro Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Auburn AL Posts: 150	Sounds simple enough. I have a rally set I want to install soon. I'm really hesitant about others touching my car. I would rather mess it up myself if it were to get messed up.

01-19-2015, 04:28 PM	#9
TwentyTen2SSRS Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 3,972 View My Garage	trust me its super easy. Save yourself 300-400 bucks and put that towards something else __________________ Cold Air Inductions CAI • Stainless Power LT's with HFC's • Flowmaster American Thunder Cat Back • APEX Scoop and WW Relocation Kit • VMAX Ported Throttle Body • Custom Dyno Tune • Pfadt 1.25" Lowering Springs • ZL1 Rims on 275 front 315 Rear • custome underlay vinyl wrap • Anvil Spoiler • heritage grill • APR Front Splitter • Custom Emblempros emblems • ZL1 Side Skirts • 416.5 whp 410 torque (CURRENTLY) Up Next: BTR Stage 3 Cam and supporting mods (in garage now)

01-20-2015, 09:26 AM	#11
Red2014SS Drives: 2014 2SS/RS Camaro Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Kentucky Posts: 2,421	I actually tried to install some hash marks and failed miserably. It was kind of windy outside and that made the job tough. I got one hash mark installed, but there were a couple of tiny air bubbles I couldn't get out. You say not to worry about that? Do they just disappear over time? They were about the size of a pinhead. I gave up and removed the stripe, then ordered more. I am hesitant to try it again. __________________ 2014 2SS/RS, L99, SW LTH w/HF Cats, GMPP Ex. Z/28 CAI, FR41s in PVD Black Chrome, Recaros, Pfadt Sway 377hp, 383tq 12.739@110.44 MPH

01-20-2015, 11:06 AM	#12
usafboy Drives: 2010 Silver SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Colorado Springs, CO Posts: 882	You learn from your mistakes. I've done hash marks on both my current and previous camaros with a few tiny bubbles but they aren't noticable. I've done hood spears on my current car and they turned out perfectly. Highly suggest a wet install method with soapy water. Once you worked out most/all the air bubbles, use a hair dryer or heat gun and go over the vinyl with your squeegee or card again to work out any other bubbles, plus the heat will allow the vinyl to adhere better as well. Try to keep them dry the next day or two and in the sun so they adhere and the bubbles will work themselves out. __________________ 2010 Silver Ice Metallic Camaro SS/RS LS3 Mods...so far: resonator/muffler delete, tinted everything, '13 shift knob/boot, bowtie delete, PFADT sway bars, CAI intake, Hurst short shifter, JBA cat deletes, BMR trailing arms/outer bushings/steering rack bushing, Bo White ported TB. Rhino79 Dyno tuned...405 HP/399 TQ

01-20-2015, 04:55 PM	#13
issues Drives: 2012 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Gainesville, GA Posts: 17	It is easy to get rid of all bubbles. Watch this video and dont pay attention to the decal.. lol

01-20-2015, 05:25 PM	#14
TwentyTen2SSRS Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 3,972 View My Garage	Yes don't worry about some of the little bubbles most will dissipate if in warmer climate. I forgot to mention my last step is for some air bubbles that don't go away and are bugging the shit out of U - simply use a pin or small razor blade to slice the bubble ever so slightly ( or pop of really small) it releases trapped water underneath and simply smooth that down. __________________ Cold Air Inductions CAI • Stainless Power LT's with HFC's • Flowmaster American Thunder Cat Back • APEX Scoop and WW Relocation Kit • VMAX Ported Throttle Body • Custom Dyno Tune • Pfadt 1.25" Lowering Springs • ZL1 Rims on 275 front 315 Rear • custome underlay vinyl wrap • Anvil Spoiler • heritage grill • APR Front Splitter • Custom Emblempros emblems • ZL1 Side Skirts • 416.5 whp 410 torque (CURRENTLY) Up Next: BTR Stage 3 Cam and supporting mods (in garage now)