Just Got My First F56! and Stripe question
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Just Got My First F56! and Stripe question
I should be getting it Wednesday (hopefully sooner!), it's pepper white with a black roof and black mirrors, 6 speed manual
I want the car to have either black bonnet stripes, or an offset racing stripe. If I buy the bonnet stripes, I want to buy them from Mini and install them myself. Is that a bad idea? Also, anyone know a good spot for me to get the racing stripe if I choose to?
Can't wait to take pics
I want the car to have either black bonnet stripes, or an offset racing stripe. If I buy the bonnet stripes, I want to buy them from Mini and install them myself. Is that a bad idea? Also, anyone know a good spot for me to get the racing stripe if I choose to?
Can't wait to take pics
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You may like some of the stripes we offer at OutMotoring.com:
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https://www.outmotoring.com/_search....tripes&x=0&y=0
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Factory MINI stripes should be regular self adhesive vinyl(stickers), a wet application just makes it easier to apply, and reposition if necessary, without air bubbles. If you've never applied vinyl before, I recommend a wet application. You can buy application fluid or mix up your own with distilled water, alcohol, and a couple of drops of baby shampoo.
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Factory MINI stripes should be regular self adhesive vinyl(stickers), a wet application just makes it easier to apply, and reposition if necessary, without air bubbles. If you've never applied vinyl before, I recommend a wet application. You can buy application fluid or mix up your own with distilled water, alcohol, and a couple of drops of baby shampoo.
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Interesting, maybe they changed something. Usually the vinyl has pressure sensitive adhesive and it won't feel as sticky to the touch. The adhesive will get stickier when pressure is applied with the squeegee during application.
Regardless, a squeegee is needed for either application and a wet install is easier for novice installers so the factory stripes shouldn't be an issue. Aftermarket will be a good way to save money and get something a little more unique.
Antmelo, be sure to post some pics after you put on the stripes.
Regardless, a squeegee is needed for either application and a wet install is easier for novice installers so the factory stripes shouldn't be an issue. Aftermarket will be a good way to save money and get something a little more unique.
Antmelo, be sure to post some pics after you put on the stripes.
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I think if you are asking if self install is a bad idea, then it probably is. I would never attempt it myself as I don't have the attention to fine detail. I'd wind up with bubbles and crooked stripes! If you are good with your hands go for it, worst case you peel them off and go pro.
I'm actually looking at the checkered stripes from out motoring also, anybody got experience with their vinyl stuff?
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