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Old 10-18-2013, 05:48 PM   #477
SUKXOST
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Drives: 2013 1LE Camaro
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So.....due to something out of my control....I had to remove my OEM vinyl wrap. I love the look of the OEM matte black vinyl on white:


But it needed more, so......I added THESE within weeks of delivery:


That brings us to the issue that required the vinyl removal.....SO removal of said badges and OEM vinyl:







...to get a fresh canvas:


After a couple days of thought I came up with an idea and ran with it....here is the process and final result:
Used my template:


Sketched in a location and size to keep proportions of the "1LE":


Taped in place for installer and laid down the "1LE":




Came out like this: (keep scrolling though...theres MORE)






That wasn't enough....THIS was my final vision: Satin vinyl OVER the "1LE" lettering to leave just a subtle hint on the hood:






Then completed trimming for a final look:






More pics added per PM requests:
Another look at the Satin vinly over the lettering:


Close up of lettering height:


Difference between matte and satin vinyls: (removed OEM balled up LOL) - you can see the satin has a mild gloss to it:
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