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How to Apply Decals
Important - BEFORE YOU BEGIN:
- Our decals are designed for installation on the outside of the vehicle.
- For best results, make sure it is between 60 degrees and 80 degrees F when decals are applied.
- All dirt, grease and wax must be removed from the car surface before the decal is applied. This includes wax from mechanical car washes, rain-x, compound, etc. Failure to take this step may result in the decal not sticking to the vehicle surface.
| STEP 1 - UNPACK THE DECALS |
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Lay decals flat on a
smooth table in an area; for best results, ensure that the table is at least 60° F and below 80° F. |
| Inspect decals for damage during shipment. We double-check all orders prior to
shipment for damage. Any damage incurred during shipping must be reported to us within 48 hours. Decals damaged in shipping must be returned for replacement. |
| STEP 2 - GO OVER THE DECAL WITH A CREDIT CARD |
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To ensure that the decal is properly stuck to the transfer
tape covering before installing the decal, use the edge of a credit card to press firmly over
the whole surface of the face of the decal while it is still laying flat on the table. |
| Use a back-and-forth motion
while rubbing the decal with the edge of the credit card. |
| STEP 3 - PREPARE THE SURFACE |
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The most critical step during decal installation is
making sure the installation area is clean and dry. Make sure there is NO WAX, RAIN-X, COMPOUND, lint,
dust, or other residue on the surface. Remove all wax, compound residue, car wash protectant, etc.,
with PREP-SOL, lacquer thinners, brake cleaner, 409, Fantastic, etc. After cleaning the surface, go over
the surface with regular glass cleaner. Wipe it completely dry. |
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waxes, oils, and polish must be removed from the vehicle surface to insure that the decal will
stick properly. For best results, make sure the area is at least 60° F and no hotter than 80° F. |
| STEP 4 - REMOVE DECAL'S BACKING PAPER |
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Peel the wax paper backing off the decal (exposing the sticky
side of the decal). DO NOT ALLOW THE STICKY PART OF THE DECAL TO TOUCH THE VEHICLE SURFACE YET. |
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| STEP 5 - APPLY DECAL |
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Slowly and smoothly apply the sticky side of the decal to the
vehicle surface first with your finger, starting in the middle and smoothing to the right, and then
starting in the middle and smoothing to the left. After smoothing completely over the decal gently with your finger, take your
credit card and apply even strokes horizontally across the decal. |
| The credit card should be angled 45 degrees away
from the center of the decal while stroking the decal. This will keep bubbles from forming between the decal and the vehicle
surface. |
| STEP 6 - REMOVE TAPE |
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Once the entire sticky side of the decal is applied to
the vehicle, peel 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. |
| CARE AND MAINTENANCE |
| Your new vinyl decal is now installed! To keep it looking
new, simply wash it whenever you wash the vehicle. You can apply wax 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. |
We do not offer refunds, exchanges and or returns on any of our
decals, except when decals are damaged in shipping. If you destroy a decal during installation, your only recourse is to order a replacement.
No refunds are available for decals damaged in shipping; such decals must be returned for replacements to be provided.
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