Any suggestions. I would like to add shakedown or a trunk stripe myself. I restore classics as a hobby but this I have not done before Anyone have any suggestions in laying this down. Is there a product that can be used to adjust the stripe/ move around for proper positioning Any information would be much appreciated
Here is a good DIY video. The key to repositioning the stripe is to use a spray bottle with soapy water. Just follow the steps.
There is also a Gel you can get to help make the decals move for a bit to tweak then squeeze out with a plastic spreader like you use for doing body fill.
Mark Worman, the owner of Graveyard Carz, uses an application gel (watch video) and prefers Phoenix Graphics for vinyl decals. Phoenix Graphix: Car Auto Decals Graphics, Factory Restoration Stickers
I went to a place that installs vinyl graphics and they wanted like $800. My car has ceramic coating and he had a piece of vinyl that he could use to test it and it would not stick to the ceramic coating. He said I would have to remove all the ceramic coating with "Rapid Prep" or use clay. Is there a big difference in the vinyl quality that you may find on the internet?
Yes. Stick to well-known suppliers, like PhoenixGraphix and RiderGrafix. Unfortunately, you will probably need to remove the ceramic coating where the stripes are to be applied in order for them to adhere properly. Phoenix Graphix: Car Auto Decals Graphics, Factory Restoration Stickers https://ridergraphix.com/
