Sticker application

mdkuni

mdkuni

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Just wondering if anyone has added a tuning fork to their windshield. Is there a trick to getting it to apply flat.
 

i would first of all make sure the shield is very clean,DO NOT USE WINDEX OR ANY OTHER GLASS CLEANER IT WILL DEPLEATE THE ADHESIVE ON THE LOGO. 2. I WOULD USE A Squeegee and the horizontal hinge method.put some tape on say the left edge of the graphic peel off the backing and slowly lower the image to the shield squeegee as you go across watching for air bubbles and wrinkles. hope this helps
 
i would not try dry application if you are not familiar with doing it. the easy no screw up way is to use water in a spray bottle with baby shampoo in it, they spray decal and apply to surface, adjust and squeegy from the inside out. repete a couple times using a paper towel over your squeegy to absorb the water as it excapes the edges. be slow when pealing the top off the decal. watch that the decal doesnt come with it. if it does then press it down again and waite a few minutes or use a heat gun to warm then try again.
the baby shampoo is a secret so dont tell anyone.
 
I have heard about using dish soap and water to apply stickers kinda like you are talking about BETHEVIPER. I just never heard of using baby shampoo! I just have a hard time believing that I can wet the sticky part of the sticker and have it still stick to something..... I would definitely like that method better as I can move it around until I get it in the position I would like it, but I do not want it to ruin the sticker either...
 
So, you can spray the soap and water on the sticky part, and then what, let it dry before you peel that top part off. I'm wanting to put tuning forks on my windshield as well. Thanks, Bryan
 
Bryan these are the instructions I have read before:

Preparation:
Clean the surface thoroughly using Alcohol or glass cleaner to remove all traces of wax or dirt. Mix a mild solution of liquid dish soap and water. A couple of teaspoons in a small bowl of water will be sufficient (This measurement is not critical).

Installation:
1. Thoroughly wet the surface where the decal is to be applied using the soap and water solution with a sponge or spray bottle.
2. Carefully remove the backing paper from the decal. Take care to be sure the decal does not fold over on itself or touch any other surfaces.
Caution: Before completing step 3, ensure the surface is thoroughly wet. If the decal touches a dry surface it cannot be repositioned or removed.
3. Gently place the decal over the wet surface in the desired position. The wet surface allows you to reposition the decal if needed. Do not press on the decal at this time.
4. Once you are satisfied with the with the placement, hold the decal and use the squeegee to press the decal into place, squeezing out any remaining liquid. Be careful not to let the decal move during this step.
5. Allow the decal to dry thoroughly, normally 10 to 15 minutes (it may take longer depending on weather conditions).
6. Carefully remove the transfer paper, starting at one corner and working across to the opposite corner. If the decal starts to lift off with the transfer paper, carefully press it back down with the squeegee, and allow a little more drying time.

I got the info from the following site: http://www.members.shaw.ca/xperiment626/

I have never tested it though....
 
You can get the sticky side of the decal wet along with the surface you are applying the decal to. Any type of liquid soap will work; there isn’t one soap that is better than the next for this type of work. The more soap you put with the water the slicker the decal will be, but the longer it will take to dry. If the decals you have are vinyl and not paper, you can not remove the “sticky” from the vinyl decal. In fact you can bury the decal in the dirt, sticky side exposed, wash the decal in the sink (or lake) to remove the dirt and it will still stick. If all else fails, go to your local sign shop, many of us are also snowmobilers, an ask them to apply your decal. You might get lucky and not be charged, or at least have 5 bucks in your pocket, we like our snacks.
 
it is better to pull the release paper over the decal itself slowly. you can also get a bottle of rapidtac. which is specificly used for this type of application. what millimeter vinyl is the graphic 2 mil wil conform to compound curves better than say 3mil. just take your time and make sure the shield is good and clean (no glass cleaner) as i said before.
 
I am not sure what millimeter the graphic is. I think I will just try water and dish soap and see how it works. I will have to post pics and let you know. Thanks for all the input.
 
Awesome!

The wet method for the sticker worked great! (Ignore the remains of the old trail sticker) You can't see the detail of the sticker that well but you get the point. :yam:
 
I got mine done at a custom sticker shop. I gave them a picture of the tuning fork and they printed the sticker for me. If you can find a shop like that in your area I am sure they can print it in whatever color you want. Best of luck.
 
Any decent sign/sticker shop can make you a sticker with any design that you can imagine, or get a picture of. Very cheap too.
 
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