I got this Nismo decal i want to put on the drivers side of the hood above the headlight.
Problem is i never applied one before and don't want to screw it up(crooked, bubbles, etc.) Never been a fan of decals.
So should I prep the area some how?
What are the measurements to make it look good?
I've seen some 4th gens on this forum with the small nismo logo the same way i want it i just forgot who.
Advice please.

 

Rubbing alcohol for prep.

 

dont use rubbing alcohol on paint...wtf....just wash it...the most 'stripping' you want to use is dish detergent to wash the car...be sure to wax the car soon after though

 

Thanks for the help guys, my Maxi is now nismo-ised(automatic +25 bhp)

 

Some windex that is ammonia free is excellent too and you can use it on tint

 

I use rubbing alcohol all the time...I didnt say soak the paint it. Cured automotive clearcoat is not damaged by rubbing alcohol. It will remove wax as well as any surface dirt, which is exactly what you want. Leave the dish detergent for the ducks. You deff need to wax the car right after though.

 

pics OP!

 

Here's a pic for ya:

 

its ok...if you like it, then thats all that matters

 

Did you get that idea from that "a32 meet" youtube video?? -__- lol

 

thats cool OP. if my windows werent already tinted i wd have put on rear window

 

I'd rub a clay bar over the area after washing it too.

 

squirt bottle + water + soap + squeegee = decal

 

Remove it.

 

^ this!

 

I would not follow this advice...

The execution of an action, is not in itself, validating.

 

i used to make stickers and tints and rubbing alcohol is used to clean glass from dirt. not to apply stickers with or clean paint. thats one reason why the soapy water solution is used. so you can clean the surface, wipe it down, spray again and squeegee it on. the reason you spray and apply the sticker on a wet soapy water mix is so you can adjust and move it around to your liking. cant do that w rubbing alcohol.

 

You should have applyed the sticker under the car, it would look way cooler their.

 

Nope, I saw it on one of the members cars in his or her pics.
I know, I know I'm a biter for doing it.
Also never knew there was this much hate for the nismo decal. Maybe it's the location. But i like it.

There is still one thing that irks the **** out of me about it. There is some sticky residue on top of the letters. wonder if it will go away if i run it through a car wash.

 

why? its not your car...


I have the same one too,only mine is closer to my headlight.
i like it bc not everyone has it.

 

I like it. I see no problem with the decal so long as you do, man!

 

Doesn't look bad...

 

Car looks great!

Are those new wheels and front bumper?

 

they say remove for the same reason everyone ragged my case when I had this,

its your car, mod it how YOU want to

 

I agree with the water and soap to apply the sticker. I said use the rubbing alcohol to prep the area thats all. Idk what you guys say, wiping cured automotive paint with rubbing alcohol will not damage it. Prove me wrong...

 

actaully the best way to put a decal on is to soak your car in lacquer thinner. and make sure it really sets into the paint.

 

 

New 350z rims and just the ionic front lip!! lovin it!

 

Thank you!

 

aye fukin greed!