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Blee1099
02-07-2009, 01:00 PM
I got a lot of request on a how to guide on how to apply a large decal.

Step 1
Make sure surface is clean

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Step 2
Find suitable location for decal and position correctly.. IE centering or other justification.

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Step 3
Secure decal with tape.. I'd recommend blue painters tape or similar type. Regular yellow masking tape seems to have too much adheshion quality. I used the hinge method basically taping up in the center to make a hinge effect. Shown above.

Spray 1/2 the surface with a mixture of 1/4 teaspoon of soap and 1/2 a teaspoon of rubbing alcohol to a 20 oz of water via spray bottle. Remove 1/2of the silicone treated release liner and apply to the side where you sprayed and squeegee out and repeat for the other side.

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Before removing the application tape off the decal, let it sit for a good 5 minutes in case any of the water hasn't evaporated yet.

Finished result
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