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Old 08-28-2009, 10:46 AM   #1 (permalink)
 
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What would be the best (if any) product to put a protective surface on the fuel door? The purpose being, I want to put a decal on the fuel door and not lose it going through the car wash. Any idea?

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Old 08-28-2009, 10:52 AM   #2 (permalink)
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You most likely want to make sure it is clear of any 'shiny' product on the door.

Your best bet is to clean it with some alcohol before you put anything on you expect to stay.

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Old 08-28-2009, 11:09 AM   #3 (permalink)
 
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We sell decals which stick to the fuel door very well. We also sell painted fuel doors which will offer a nice surface to attach stickers to while adding a nice touch of color to the overall vehicle.

A fully prepped BRAND NEW painted fuel door is about 89.99 and there is no core charge as this is a new unit included in the price with the 5 stage prep/paint process. Can match the tridion or the car your choice.

Our fuel door overlays have never come off in a car wash but do not cover the entire door as it curves at the edges. Those are 29.99.

smart car Fuel Door Overlay in body matching color

What kind of sticker is it? Just curious

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Old 08-28-2009, 12:28 PM   #4 (permalink)
 
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What kind of sticker is it? Just curious
It is a family crest, custom vinyl, made by fellow SCOA member NukleoN.

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Old 08-28-2009, 12:40 PM   #5 (permalink)
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The vinyl will be fine, it's Oracal 651 Intermediate, outdoor rated 5-7 years. Just make sure the substrate (surface) is clean and dry (alcohol cleaning is a good idea and it evaporates quickly).

Once you apply it to the gas-cover, burnish it down really well with an old credit card or something (45 degree angles are best) before you peel the application tape off and you're good to go.

I have plenty of decals on my car and bikes and I wash them often enough without any issues. Never had a decal come off. I even spray Plexus directly on vinyl and wipe residue or dirt off without issues.

I am not sure what kind of surface the gas-cover is....but I think vinyl will stick just fine to it. Certain plastics with a lot of petroleum don't bond well though, so if there's an issue with the bonding it's probably the plastic. If this ends up being the case, I'd get a painted or aluminum gas-cover or get one of those body-colored gas-cover panels from Smart Madness, and then stick the decal on that. Chances are the fuel-door will hold the vinyl just fine.

Also, make sure you apply it in reasonable mild/cool temperatures....not in the direct hot sun at high-noon as it may not bond as well as it could.

Serg! I'll be seeing you and the crew at Smart tomorrow!

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