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PRO style hood vinyl

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  1. May 9, 2016 at 4:23 PM
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    I wanted to create the PRO style hood vinyl(imitation is the best form of flattery..right??) But I couldn't find the exact size decal...so I made my own.
    Also, It also helps cut down the glare.

    Here is what I used:
    -Avery matte black vinyl ~$20
    -Finishline knifeless tape ~$20

    1)Pop the fake SKEWP out(4 10mm nuts and an orange clip)
    Then I used blue masking take to define the OEM lines.
    Finally, used the knifeless tape(green stuff) to trace the outline
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    2)Lay down the vinyl. Go directly over the outlined tape;
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    3)Now the magic happens! Pull on the green tape and it cuts the vinyl while creating a perfect line
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    4) wrap the scoop, and re-assemble:)
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  2. May 9, 2016 at 7:18 PM
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    Nice! Does that knifeless tape work on steaks? Ahi tuna?
     
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    Great job!
     
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  4. May 9, 2016 at 8:01 PM
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    I didn't build it hoping for your approval, I built it because it meets mine!
    Looks great! Can you take some more pictures from a distance please?
     
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  5. May 9, 2016 at 9:23 PM
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    Sorry, only on Tacos:laugh:

    Thanks! Love the Avatar..have 2 myself:)
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    I'll get one tomorrow. You can't really tell the black vinyl is there since the hood is so high up, kind of blends in. Head on from the front you can tell because the scoop is black..looks more aggressive IMO.
     
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  6. May 9, 2016 at 10:01 PM
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    I didn't build it hoping for your approval, I built it because it meets mine!
    That sounds perfect, you're making me want to give it a try lol
     
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  7. May 9, 2016 at 10:13 PM
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    I've been thinking of doing this for awhile now. I think you pushed me over the edge! Very nice.

    Btw what's with the black headlight bezels. ... BHL mod??? ☺so jealous
     
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  8. May 10, 2016 at 2:10 AM
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    great job!
     
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  9. May 10, 2016 at 2:21 AM
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    Nice work. I dig the toned down grill too.
     
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    I didn't build it hoping for your approval, I built it because it meets mine!
    Looks awesome, man! :drool:
     
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  14. May 12, 2016 at 7:49 AM
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    Your truck looks great man from the headlights, grill and vinyl hood.
    Im waiting for nice weather to put my vinyl on the hood simular to yours but all the way down to the front of the hood.
    How hard was the bhlm for you? I fiend to do it but scared ill melt em
     
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  15. May 12, 2016 at 12:16 PM
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    Looks really good. ALMOST makes me wish my OR came with a scoop to do this. Not quite but almost.
     
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    Looks great! I have the Sport decal with the longer legs. I was thinking about replacing my Inferno color hood bulge with the unpainted Pro one, but wrapping it in matching matte black vinyl might be easier and cheaper. I could always remove it later if I don't like it. Would an installer have to remove the bulge to put the vinyl on it or is it possible to do it with the bulge remaining installed on the hood. Thanks!
     
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  17. Oct 1, 2016 at 9:53 AM
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    Youd want it removed for best results13256624_928571350588939_967851649_n.jpg 13285322_1006500099446656_607887564_n.jpg
     
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    I commend you for taking your time and for doing this the right way.
     
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    Great work !
     
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