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Old Apr 10, 2011 | 12:47 PM
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Warm weather, weekend mod, "stripes"

A record warm day. I finally had time to do the stripes on the car.

Rear window and sides were added today. Front stripes came with the car.

They don't all match, but I don't care. I like the look.
 
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Old Apr 10, 2011 | 01:00 PM
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That looks good.

My friend's Laser Blue Clubman has the black bonnet stripes and the black sports stripe on the rear just like your car.
 
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Old Apr 10, 2011 | 05:39 PM
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Looks good to me. Congrats on doing it yourself.
 
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Old Apr 10, 2011 | 06:15 PM
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Technical note:

I did the rear stripes using a wet technique. Sprayed the surface with a soapy
water, wet the stripes, and applied them. When they were aligned, I used a squeegee.

For the sides of the car I used a dry technique. Laid out the stripes and pulled off the backing.

Each has its own advantages. Both look good.
 
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Old Apr 10, 2011 | 06:58 PM
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Did the same thing to the same car. Mine are about a month or so old, but just added the blue this month.


Went with reflective on mine, wasn't sure but works okay.
 
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Old Apr 10, 2011 | 10:40 PM
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I like it, Mgs9500!
 
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Old Apr 13, 2011 | 10:15 AM
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stripes look good. Where did u guys purchase the stripe kit from??
 
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Old Apr 13, 2011 | 10:24 AM
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Stripes look great!

Originally Posted by nachizzle
stripes look good. Where did u guys purchase the stripe kit from??
 
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Old Apr 13, 2011 | 05:34 PM
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Hi,

Rear barn door stripes:

https://www.rockymountaingraphics.co...&search=&page=

This is a good thread to read:
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ood-price.html

A google search and search of the forum will show multiple vendors.
Pick the style you like and take your time.

Self installation is not that hard and is hundreds cheaper than the dealer.
 
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Old Apr 13, 2011 | 06:00 PM
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Nice work on the Laser Blue MINI's. Of course its the best color .

Mine do not match either. It never bothered me. I will finally be rid of the bonnet stripes this weekend.

 
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Old Apr 14, 2011 | 02:41 PM
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thanx for the link
 
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