Before You Start:
Do not apply any vinyl graphics in direct sunlight. Make sure it is between 60 degrees and 80 degrees F
Do not store unapplied graphics in direct sunlight - damage may occur.
Remove all dirt and other buildup from the vehicles surface before applying the decal. If the surface is not thoroughly cleaned, the decal wont stay in place.
Step 1- Open the package that your decal/stripes arrived in
Lay stripes flat on a smooth surface in an area that is at least 60 degrees F and below 80 degrees F.
Check your purchase for any damage that may have occured during shipment.
Step 2- Preparing the surface
Using a string or something "string-like", place it over the vehicle from the front to the back in the desired location for the stripes. Be sure that the string is symetrically centered on the vehicle. mark this location with a pencil of other nonpermanent marking device at the front and the rear of each body panel. This will serve as the location of the edge of the stripes.
All waxes, oils, and polish must be removed from the vehicle surface to insure that the decal will stick properly Make sure the area is at least 60 degrees F and no hotter than 80 degrees F.
Step 3- Placing the stripes
Measure the length of each body panel to which the stripe is to be applied. Lay the stripe section over the area of the vehicle, trimming the excess stripe off one end (leave at least an inch entra) Save all cut off pieces, as they can be used to cover bumpers and fins.
Once the decal is aligned to the vehicle, stand back and look at the decal. it should be level with respect to the ground. Adjust as necessary.
Step 4- Anchor Your Stripes or Decal In Place With Masking Tape
Securely anchor your decal with a decent size piece of masking tape. Working from the taped end of the decal down to the other end, slowly peel away the backing paper half way down and apply a fine mist of water. With a squeegee, apply the stripe to the body panel working from the center of the decal outward. As you work further down the stripe, slowly continue to remove the backing paper as needed. Slowly continue to apply the stripe with the squeegee, applying even pressure across the width of the stripe.
Step 5- Remove Backing Paper
Once the entire piece is applied, remove the masking tape from the end of the stripe. Next remove the transfer tape covering, carefully pulling parallel to the surface of the vehicle.
Step 6- Finishing Touches
Any small air pockets can be easily removed by first placing a small hole in the bubble (small hole, not large slice). Then moisten the squeegee edge with water and slide the squeegee along the surface of the stripe where the bubble is, working the air towards the hole.
The squeegee must be kept wet when using it on the strip once the protective transfer tape is removed during installation. Most small air bubbles will dissolve within 2 weeks due to sunlight and temperature changes.
Step 7- Check For Air Bubbles Then Begin Tape Removal
Once the entire sticky side of the decal is applied to the vehicle, go over the decal with the application squeegee, with increasingly harder strokes. Then begin peeling the transfer tape covering the decal. The transfer tape covering is made of paper with a sticky backing. This must be removed after the decal is installed. The vehicle surface must be proper temperature for this tape to be removed easily.
Keep Your Decal/Stripes Looking New:
Once the decal is installed just be sure to give your graphic a nice rinse while you are washing the rest of your carash it whenever you wash the vehicle. You can apply car wax, clearcoat, or RainEx over the decal once it is applied. your new decal will give you years of great looks. If you are in cold climate be careful when using an ice scraper on any surface where decals are applied.