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Tips for fitting a stick-on number plate

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25 Sep 2013 08:54 #84315 by helijohn
I'm terrified of sticking this on in the wrong place or cockeyed so any suggestions would be welcome. :unsure: It is going on the bonnet! B)

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25 Sep 2013 09:09 - 25 Sep 2013 09:10 #84317 by gaz3359
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make sure the bonnet is clean,obviously measure it so you get it central,and use soapy water in the are the plate is going to be so you can correct the plate if need be,once its in the correct place use a filler spreader (credit card type bit of plastic) and from the centre push the bubbles and water out then that should be it,just let it dry a bit before wiping over etc.
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25 Sep 2013 09:16 #84319 by helijohn
Replied by helijohn on topic Tips for fitting a stick-on number plate

gaz3359 wrote: make sure the bonnet is clean,obviously measure it so you get it central,and use soapy water in the are the plate is going to be so you can correct the plate if need be,once its in the correct place use a filler spreader (credit card type bit of plastic) and from the centre push the bubbles and water out then that should be it,just let it dry a bit before wiping over etc.


Thanks.
I intend to mark out the horizontal and vertical positions with maybe masking tape or a removable marker pen.
I was going to clean the bodywork it with meth but this is a self adhesive one with a real sticky back once I peel off the backing it'll be sticking wherever it touches. :angry: Is it the sort you are thinking of? :unsure:

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25 Sep 2013 09:24 #84320 by gaz3359
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sounds like the same plate i have on mine,and ive fitted 2 as i swapped to a private plate,i didnt go that tecnical i just went off eye but you could use masking tape,if you use soapy water on the back of the plate and bonnet it means that the plate can be adjusted or removed if fitted wonkey or incorrect.and once you have squeezed the water out when happy it will dry and stick.

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25 Sep 2013 09:49 #84321 by helijohn
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Wont the water ruinfthe sticky glue??

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25 Sep 2013 10:21 #84327 by gaz3359
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Nope its a tried and tested method ive been in the motor trade 16 years and seen it done hundreds of times over the years on sales cars getting graphics on the side etc.as said just squeeze all the water out when happy with its position

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