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45thCamaro · 07-19-2013, 01:25 PM

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Originally Posted by camarogirlss

Based on the original post that started this forum, I would love a car cover that matched my car. I have to say that I just noticed in these pics how naked the coupe trunk looks because the convertibles have the antenna on the trunk. I have the 2SS convertible and have been scared to make mods so not to lose its value. However, I had planned on modifying my bowties. I bought the vinyl and the knifeless tape. Um...that knifeless tape isn't as easy to use as they show in the video. I'm quite a crafty and handy girl (I have lots of power tools) but I couldn't quite get the hang of the knifeless tape. Not giving up though!!

I feel the same way, so what I am doing is only mods that are reversible, no cutting of wires, no splicing, etc.

rydahog · 07-19-2013, 02:11 PM

remember dont wax the vinyl stripes..painted is ok...my friend has some guy detail the car,,,and used the machine on the vinyl stripe...yikes!!!

I did a little mod on my bowtie..

oklapike · 07-19-2013, 04:29 PM

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Originally Posted by rydahog

remember dont wax the vinyl stripes..painted is ok...my friend has some guy detail the car,,,and used the machine on the vinyl stripe...yikes!!!

I did a little mod on my bowtie..

Nice bowtie. I went just CFM with a chrome outline from River City Creations. Also, for anyone else that still has vinyl stripes, I use Adam's Super VRT Tire and Trim dressing, works great.

DefianceDan · 07-19-2013, 04:50 PM

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Originally Posted by oklapike

Also, for anyone else that still has vinyl stripes, I use Adam's Super VRT Tire and Trim dressing, works great.

+1

I also use Brilliant Glaze before Super VRT....helps knock down any uneven splotchy type areas.

oklapike · 07-19-2013, 05:00 PM

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Originally Posted by DefianceDan

+1

I also use Brilliant Glaze before Super VRT....helps knock down any uneven splotchy type areas.

Even on the stripes? I'll have to try that, thanks.

DFWHD · 07-19-2013, 06:23 PM

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Originally Posted by DefianceDan

+1

I also use Brilliant Glaze before Super VRT....helps knock down any uneven splotchy type areas.

Just wipe on or with a PC?

2SS45th · 07-20-2013, 12:52 AM

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Originally Posted by 45thCamaro

I feel the same way, so what I am doing is only mods that are reversible, no cutting of wires, no splicing, etc.

Wires can be soldered back together, and splices can be undone. My car can be turned to stock easily, just takes time an effort.

Not to mention I couldn't leave anything stock for more than a week

DefianceDan · 07-20-2013, 01:44 AM

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Originally Posted by oklapike

Even on the stripes? I'll have to try that, thanks.

Yep! But definately NOT with a Porter Cable. I use a hex pad.

Look here for details:
http://www.adamsforums.com/topic/134...vinyl-stripes/

I've also used the fine machine polish (again by hand) to remove scratches.

DFWHD · 07-20-2013, 09:31 AM

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Originally Posted by DefianceDan

Yep! But definately NOT with a Porter Cable. I use a hex pad.

Look here for details:
http://www.adamsforums.com/topic/134...vinyl-stripes/

I've also used the fine machine polish (again by hand) to remove scratches.

Excellent info, thanks for posting! Now I can clean up my gray stripe as it's gotten a little blotchy.

snizzle · 07-29-2013, 03:20 PM

Anyone had a bodyshop repaint a panel yet? I was hit rear bumper and the bodyshop cannot match it with the quarter panel. They've tried twice now. I am thinking about getting a second opinion from another shop at this point.

11BEE · 07-29-2013, 03:34 PM

I have not. Matching metalics is very difficult. I am surprised they have not tried to do a blend onto the panel. You are lucky they did not based on the piss poor job they did on the bumper. No depth at all.

45thCamaro · 07-29-2013, 03:45 PM

I had my front bumper redone, it's close by no exact match. You really have to look at it to see it tho.

Kleeeb · 07-29-2013, 03:54 PM

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Originally Posted by snizzle

Anyone had a bodyshop repaint a panel yet? I was hit rear bumper and the bodyshop cannot match it with the quarter panel. They've tried twice now. I am thinking about getting a second opinion from another shop at this point.

That looks terrible... They need to do a better job. ITS A COMPLETELY DIFFERENT COLOR! and there is hardly any metallic in the bumper compared to the Cyber Gray!

45thCamaro · 07-29-2013, 04:12 PM

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Originally Posted by snizzle

Anyone had a bodyshop repaint a panel yet? I was hit rear bumper and the bodyshop cannot match it with the quarter panel. They've tried twice now. I am thinking about getting a second opinion from another shop at this point.

Yeah that's a no no. Get your $ back. My bumper looks WAYYYY better. It looks like they just used black.

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11BEE 11 BEE Drives: 2011 LS2 RS & 2012 2SS RS 45th Vert Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Kingwood, TX Posts: 733	I have not. Matching metalics is very difficult. I am surprised they have not tried to do a blend onto the panel. You are lucky they did not based on the piss poor job they did on the bumper. No depth at all. __________________ 11Bee and I♥My45th

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45thCamaro Drives: 2012 Camaro 45th Anniversary RS Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: New York Posts: 2,418	I had my front bumper redone, it's close by no exact match. You really have to look at it to see it tho.