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Expert: Michael Kakuk - 9/1/2009


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Wondering if you could give me some ideas on how to apply pinstripe to each sides of this vehicle (vinyl) not painted. This new model does not have straight lines from front to back, that is why I am seeking help on how to do this and make it look right. Thanks

Answer
Terry...the best idea is ride around the dealership and look untill you see another similar model with stripes to see how it looks and what lines to follow.

When you have curves in the body sometimes you can run a straight line where the panel is flat and follow a curve with less emphasis on the actual curve...meaning dont follow the curve exactly but do move the stripe up or down along the body line.

This is not very easy to accomplish but you can always practice until you see what you want.

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Michael Kakuk

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I can answer any question that you may have about collision repairs and what to do after an accident. I can also answer basic mechanical problems but that is not my area of expertise.I can help you with repairing your own vehicle in your garage and also answer any paint related questions.

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15 years experience with State Farm insurance as an auto inspector. 10 years of collision center management with 3 fortune 500 companies.

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Votech School Chief Frame School Hunter Alignment school I-CAR Certified Plastic Repairs Aluminum Repairs

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