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Old Jul 1, 2005 | 09:38 AM
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Hi Terry! Email me:

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btw, I'll have some updated pics for install soon .
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Old Jul 11, 2005 | 12:31 PM
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Hey Bat i sent you an email through your website about a possible custom job. I love the ZH6 but i dont like how it covers the lighting. I was thinking of a overlay that will make the headlight look like the JGTC 350Z it sort of looks like the celica headlight. It would go from the bottom part like the ZH6 and go straight to the back corner on each side. to give a more blunt cut across the headlight. I myself am an artist like you and have been waiting for this style to come out for a while and i bet there are a few more behind me they just havent seen it yet!!
Keep me posted BAt if you would be able to do this it would be for a Daytona Blue Z

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Old Jul 13, 2005 | 02:33 AM
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I can do it. See if anyone else on the forum would be interested.

BTW, I'm going to update pics of my Installs soon folks .

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Old Jul 18, 2005 | 06:10 PM
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Finally, a step by step on how to apply my Vinyl Overlays, particularly on curved surfaces! Moderators, feel free to sticky this .

1. Make sure surface is clean before starting.



2. Peel Overlay from backing and dip in a bucket of warm soap and water. I usually squirt just a dab of dishwashing liquid in a bucket and fill it halfway.



3. Carefully place Overlay on surface, and position it.



4. Once you have the Overlay placed exactly where you want it. Start by heating up one end. This will help the vinyl become pliable and easy to work with.



5. Then, take a squeegy or credit card and wrap it in a soft damp cloth to prevent scratching the Overlay. Start by applying pressure from one end and slowly work your way across the center of it.




6. Now, you may be discouraged because of all the wrinkles towards the ends. Don't be. Begin heating the sides up.



7. Now, slowly work your squeegy from the middle outward. Do it slowly. This will ensure the vinyl is dispursed evenly over the surface.




8. Any overlapping areas can be tucked under the edges. Again, use a hairdryer, then tuck Overlay.



9. Tada!

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Old Jul 18, 2005 | 07:48 PM
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i had more success, more control, and less overlap by using just my fingers instead of the cc. just my experience.
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Old Jul 21, 2005 | 11:05 PM
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Off-topic:

Hey bat, what kind of rim is that on your car??
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Old Jul 21, 2005 | 11:14 PM
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Hey bat, what kind of rim is that on your car??
Which one are you referring to? If you're talking about the dark (almost black) colored ones, it's the Gewalt Evo II. That's his previous wheels. I believe he is now running iForged Aeros.
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Old Jul 21, 2005 | 11:27 PM
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would these have any problem with power washing your car? like peeling?
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Old Jul 22, 2005 | 01:07 AM
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Originally Posted by paul350GT
would these have any problem with power washing your car? like peeling?
once they dry, they stay on. it takes quite a bit of effort to get them off, more than mere water pressure.
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Old Jul 22, 2005 | 03:16 AM
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Bat - does light pass through the chrome headlight overlay?

Also, will the amber strip in the headlight housing be visible from any angle, or is it completely shrouded?
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Old Jul 23, 2005 | 01:16 PM
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no it does not. Amber strip is pretty much covered. You really have to get down to see it. Email me to order:

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Old Sep 19, 2005 | 07:31 PM
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how come i cant see the pics of every step no more
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Old Sep 21, 2005 | 04:23 PM
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I'll post a link to the pics in a bit .

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Old Sep 21, 2005 | 09:41 PM
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here you go:

http://www.scionlife.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=34653
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Old Sep 29, 2005 | 07:02 AM
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just bought these, cant wait to get them in the mail for my DB
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Hey bat, what is the differences between Zh1 smoke and Zh3 smoke? They all come in pairs I assume..
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edited.. nm
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nice job..
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Old Dec 5, 2005 | 03:56 PM
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Originally Posted by hkman78
Hey bat, what is the differences between Zh1 smoke and Zh3 smoke? They all come in pairs I assume..
Yes, all come in pairs . zh1 follows the contours of the chrome inlay underneath the lense, the zh3 covers the entire headlamp .

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any hope for 06 Accord coupe yet?
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