Installation Instructions - Page 3

Compound contours present the greatest challenge to decal application, but following a few easy steps will make it much more successful.  Apply as much of the decal as possible to the flat surface(s) approaching the compound contour area. When you can no longer squeegee the decal without creating wrinkles or creases, it’s time for a relief cut.  Relief cuts are the best way to apply decals to compound curves.

In (A), a horizontal cut was made to expose the headlamp and it’s trim.

B

Then the decal was wrapped around the front of the vehicle and the diagonal relief cut was made

C

Then the decal was wrapped around the front of the vehicle and the diagonal relief cut was made

D

D) The triangular shape created by the relief cut was applied to the front of the vehicle.

E

(E) Then the rest of the panel was applied over the first piece

F

(F) and the decal was trimmed along the line of the fender.