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Anyone install vinyl Firebird on front of plate cover?

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Old 06-26-2008, 06:54 AM
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I got the vinyl overlay off E-Bay but got nothing with it as to install such as surface prep or method of putting it on. Trying to figure out if it needs heat, etc...
Old 06-26-2008, 08:06 AM
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I cleaned it with alcohol 1st. Then I mixed a cup of water and dishwashing soap together. What I did was rubbed the mix on the part I was going to apply the sticker to 1st, that way you can move it around until you get it right where you want it to be, then I hit it with a hair dryer for a few seconds to let it adhere. Took about a half hour but it came out perfect.
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Originally Posted by R1urDone
I cleaned it with alcohol 1st. Then I mixed a cup of water and dishwashing soap together. What I did was rubbed the mix on the part I was going to apply the sticker to 1st, that way you can move it around until you get it right where you want it to be, then I hit it with a hair dryer for a few seconds to let it adhere. Took about a half hour but it came out perfect.
I see you have the hood vinyl pieces too. Where did you get them and what are they? Do those the same way?
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Yep same way... pm'd
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I just did this yesterday. Do what R1urDone said and you'll be set. Just take your time and you'll be fine.




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