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Old Jan 26, 2008 | 07:04 PM
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Default Rear bumper Applique Install.

I searched so I pretty much:

1. Clean area.
2. Spray soapy solution.
3. Apply applique.
4. Smooth out any bubbles with credit card/hair dryer.
5. Let bake in the sun.

Is that right?
Old Jan 26, 2008 | 07:09 PM
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yep, i didn't use soapy solution b/c i didn't use a soapy solution b/c i didn't want it to eat away at my paint.
Old Jan 26, 2008 | 07:39 PM
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Originally Posted by O5_TRD_tC
yep, i didn't use soapy solution b/c i didn't use a soapy solution b/c i didn't want it to eat away at my paint.
I think there's a glitch in The Matrix.
Process sounds right to me.
Old Jan 26, 2008 | 07:45 PM
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Originally Posted by Hyghgynx
Originally Posted by O5_TRD_tC
yep, i didn't use soapy solution b/c i didn't use a soapy solution b/c i didn't want it to eat away at my paint.
I think there's a glitch in The Matrix.
Process sounds right to me.



yeah, its similar to applying vinyls too. I use windex
Old Jan 26, 2008 | 07:49 PM
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Hmm... would this process work for CF Eyelids too?
I'm probably going to buy new eyelids because the current ones don't look right to me on my tC.
Old Jan 26, 2008 | 07:50 PM
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Originally Posted by Hyghgynx
Originally Posted by O5_TRD_tC
yep, i didn't use soapy solution b/c i didn't use a soapy solution b/c i didn't want it to eat away at my paint.
I think there's a glitch in The Matrix.
Process sounds right to me.
hey u can do whatever u want, i used just water and mine turned out flawless.
Old Jan 26, 2008 | 07:51 PM
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Originally Posted by Hyghgynx
Hmm... would this process work for CF Eyelids too?
I'm probably going to buy new eyelids because the current ones don't look right to me on my tC.
yup thats what I did with my eyelids yesterday. My second time around still isnt perfect yet. I guess I just suck at it hahaha

I got Dakine's modded anzos with eyelids...looks sexy
Old Jan 26, 2008 | 07:56 PM
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Originally Posted by SoleLaced
Originally Posted by Hyghgynx
Hmm... would this process work for CF Eyelids too?
I'm probably going to buy new eyelids because the current ones don't look right to me on my tC.
yup thats what I did with my eyelids yesterday. My second time around still isnt perfect yet. I guess I just suck at it hahaha

I got Dakine's modded anzos with eyelids...looks sexy

I helped him mod the cutoff!
Old Jan 26, 2008 | 08:01 PM
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Originally Posted by O5_TRD_tC
Originally Posted by Hyghgynx
Originally Posted by O5_TRD_tC
yep, i didn't use soapy solution b/c i didn't use a soapy solution b/c i didn't want it to eat away at my paint.
I think there's a glitch in The Matrix.
Process sounds right to me.
hey u can do whatever u want, i used just water and mine turned out flawless.
Wasn't arguing, just saying the process sounds right no matter if you use Windex or soapy/water. I'll have to try Windex next time.
Old Jan 26, 2008 | 08:02 PM
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Originally Posted by SoleLaced
Originally Posted by Hyghgynx
Hmm... would this process work for CF Eyelids too?
I'm probably going to buy new eyelids because the current ones don't look right to me on my tC.
yup thats what I did with my eyelids yesterday. My second time around still isnt perfect yet. I guess I just suck at it hahaha

I got Dakine's modded anzos with eyelids...looks sexy
Good to know! Thanks fellas!
Old Jan 26, 2008 | 08:12 PM
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The only thing I can think to add is that you should apply the applique when it's somewhat warm. I'd suggest 50F or warmer.
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