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#103324 - 13/09/07 07:28 PM Stripes Question
JJST Registered: 20/04/07 Posts: 4206	Hello! Does anybody with or without experience of fitting stripes have any advice and info on how to fit side stripes, including height and the way they should be applied? Do you spray them with water and washing up liquid before fixing like you would with window tints?? Thanks!! _________________________
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#103325 - 13/09/07 07:30 PM Re: Stripes Question [Re: JJST]
gsidave Fiesta Fan Registered: 25/08/07 Posts: 239	i think using masking tape to get your skills at getting it level would be a good start if you know what i mean
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#103326 - 13/09/07 07:38 PM Re: Stripes Question [Re: gsidave]
JJST Registered: 20/04/07 Posts: 4206	Quote: i think using masking tape to get your skills at getting it level would be a good start if you know what i mean yes that's not a bad idea, I am hoping if u can use the water and washing up liquid I will be able to move it to ensure it is straight! _________________________
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#103327 - 13/09/07 07:46 PM Re: Stripes Question [Re: JJST]
GR3G Site Supporter Registered: 22/04/07 Posts: 442 Loc: Nottinghamshire	I've not fitted stripes or anything like that but i fitted a sun strip to my old pug. I used plenty of soapy water and applied it make sure you use plenty so you can manoeuvre it around then and get rid of any air bubbles not sure if that’s relevant to the stripes they look like a whole different ball game. _________________________ Frozen White 07 Plate ST, K&N 57i, Limo Black Tinted Windows, AP Coilovers, Anthracite Powder Coated Rims
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#103328 - 13/09/07 07:54 PM Re: Stripes Question [Re: GR3G]
JJST Registered: 20/04/07 Posts: 4206	hmm I am hoping that's what I can do, but I am slightly concerned as they are mounted on another material, not sure if it will all stand up to the water.. anyone know!!?? _________________________
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#103329 - 13/09/07 08:08 PM Re: Stripes Question [Re: JJST]
Micky Site Supporter Registered: 01/03/05 Posts: 11552 Loc: Westbury-on-severn, Gloucester...	All i did with mine was masking tape along the top with the backing tape still on. Lined it up where i wanted folded the sticker up and removed the backing tape. then remove the backing paper and put the sticker on. If you have any air bubles get a needle and pop them. Then go over the stripes with a hair drier to shrink the sticker. Make sure you don't get it to hot or you'll melt the glue and it will fall off. Hope thats clear enough, If not i'll get some pictures up tomorrow by making mock stickers. _________________________ My Flickr My Facebook
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#103330 - 13/09/07 08:21 PM Re: Stripes Question [Re: Micky]
JJST Registered: 20/04/07 Posts: 4206	ah that sounds like a good plan, think I got the gist mate, think I will give that a go at the weekend hopefully! _________________________
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#103331 - 13/09/07 11:06 PM Re: Stripes Question [Re: JJST]
Anthony1664 My real name is Dave Registered: 27/04/06 Posts: 4703 Loc: Always on here these days !!!	i messed up 2 sets and have not even tried set 3 so have free set of white sides if anyone wants them _________________________ The Mk6 Fiesta grew in size & became a Mk3 Mondeo it now it's shrinking to a Mk3.5 Focus ST3
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#103332 - 14/09/07 10:49 AM Re: Stripes Question [Re: Anthony1664]
fiestaman Fiesta Crazy Registered: 14/05/06 Posts: 689 Loc: West Midlands	With the help of a friend just for help with lining up the stripe. 1. at each end of the stripe stick a small lentgh of masking tape horizontaly, just enough to hold the stripe in position, now with the help of the friend look at the stripe and unstick the end (s) to get it straight and stick the ends back down. 2. when you are happy the stripe is straight were you want it apply a lentgh of tape along the top edge of the stripe to stick the stripe down along the top. 3. now remove the two end pieces of tape so that the stripe is hanging from the top tape. 4. when you are happy with the alignment of the stripe, carefully turn the stripe upwards folding it against the tape, you are now viewing the backing paper, carefully start to remove the backing paper bit by bit and allow the sripe to fold back down and stick to the car, smoothing out the stripe as you proceed to carefully remove the backing paper until finished and the stripe is on the car, check for bubbles if any and prick with a pin to the edge of the bubble not the centre, smooth over you finished stripe with a soft cloth. 5. do not wash the car for several days to allow the adhesive to bond. Hope this helps. _________________________ A Thing Of Beauty Is A Joy Forever
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#103333 - 14/09/07 11:48 AM Re: Stripes Question [Re: Anthony1664]
JJST Registered: 20/04/07 Posts: 4206	Quote: i messed up 2 sets and have not even tried set 3 so have free set of white sides if anyone wants them Will let you know if I need them mate!! _________________________
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#103334 - 14/09/07 11:55 AM Re: Stripes Question [Re: fiestaman]
JJST Registered: 20/04/07 Posts: 4206	Cheers for that Fiestaman, does anyone know what sort of measurements to use? How far up the door the first stripe is for example? _________________________
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#103335 - 14/09/07 05:57 PM Re: Stripes Question [Re: JJST]
fiestaman Fiesta Crazy Registered: 14/05/06 Posts: 689 Loc: West Midlands	Quote: Cheers for that Fiestaman, does anyone know what sort of measurements to use? How far up the door the first stripe is for example? If you look closely there is a fine body line that runs from the top of the side skirt on each end. Applying the stripe to meet with the top edges of the skirt should align correctly. The stripe is pre-cut and contains both stripes on backing paper. Try DMB Graphics for all your stripe needs. www.dmb.uk.com _________________________ A Thing Of Beauty Is A Joy Forever
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#103336 - 14/09/07 06:14 PM Re: Stripes Question [Re: fiestaman]
JJST Registered: 20/04/07 Posts: 4206	Cheers mate will check it out tomorrow _________________________
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#103337 - 14/09/07 09:04 PM Re: Stripes Question [Re: JJST]
JamesUK Regular Registered: 02/08/07 Posts: 70 Loc: Worcester, UK	Quote: Try DMB Graphics for all your stripe needs. www.dmb.uk.com Gotta agree with that, Dave at DMB fitted my stripes and decals in SECONDS. VERY good job, very pleased.
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#103338 - 14/09/07 09:32 PM Re: Stripes Question [Re: JamesUK]
fiestaman Fiesta Crazy Registered: 14/05/06 Posts: 689 Loc: West Midlands	http://www.fiestastoc.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=9830&hl= Thanks to pitzon of fstoc hope this is allowed _________________________ A Thing Of Beauty Is A Joy Forever
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#103339 - 15/09/07 05:56 AM Re: Stripes Question [Re: fiestaman]
babyboom Registered: 06/06/06 Posts: 11557 Loc: somewhere in the world	Quote: http://www.fiestastoc.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=9830&hl= Thanks to pitzon of fstoc hope this is allowed it doesn't work! _________________________
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#103340 - 15/09/07 10:16 AM Re: Stripes Question [Re: babyboom]
JJST Registered: 20/04/07 Posts: 4206	Quote: Quote: http://www.fiestastoc.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=9830&hl= Thanks to pitzon of fstoc hope this is allowed it doesn't work! Doesn't work for me either, think maybe you have to be a member? _________________________
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#103341 - 15/09/07 10:20 AM Re: Stripes Question [Re: JamesUK]
JJST Registered: 20/04/07 Posts: 4206	Quote: Quote: Try DMB Graphics for all your stripe needs. www.dmb.uk.com Gotta agree with that, Dave at DMB fitted my stripes and decals in SECONDS. VERY good job, very pleased. Well if this doesn't work I may well have to Got my stripes off ebay, will either fit them today or next Saturday, will show the results (either way) as soon as it's done _________________________
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#103342 - 15/09/07 11:41 AM Re: Stripes Question [Re: JJST]
Sir Mr Fabrix Registered: 19/11/06 Posts: 1432 Loc: Rixton,Cheshire	JJST I fitted my stripes with my girlfreind so it shouldnt be hard if there is two of you bit of masking tape to adjust and a credit card and a little pin if you get very small bubbles... _________________________ Current Car: Volkswagen Golf R Mk 7 \| 19 inch Pretorias \| Sat Nav \| Dynamic Drive Chassis \| ECU Upgrade to come! Previous Cars:Ford Focus ST2 CP320 & Ford Fiesta ST150 Car to come: Ford Mustang 5.0-litre V8 coupe in Oxford White
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#103343 - 15/09/07 11:55 AM Re: Stripes Question [Re: Sir Mr Fabrix]
JJST Registered: 20/04/07 Posts: 4206	Yes mate, I think I am going to give it a go now! Just washed it, so.. here goes _________________________
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#103344 - 15/09/07 11:56 AM Re: Stripes Question [Re: JJST]
Sir Mr Fabrix Registered: 19/11/06 Posts: 1432 Loc: Rixton,Cheshire	good luck and take your time.... _________________________ Current Car: Volkswagen Golf R Mk 7 \| 19 inch Pretorias \| Sat Nav \| Dynamic Drive Chassis \| ECU Upgrade to come! Previous Cars:Ford Focus ST2 CP320 & Ford Fiesta ST150 Car to come: Ford Mustang 5.0-litre V8 coupe in Oxford White
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#103345 - 15/09/07 12:00 PM Re: Stripes Question [Re: Sir Mr Fabrix]
JJST Registered: 20/04/07 Posts: 4206	Cheers! _________________________
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#103346 - 15/09/07 01:14 PM Re: Stripes Question [Re: JJST]
fiestaman Fiesta Crazy Registered: 14/05/06 Posts: 689 Loc: West Midlands	Quote: Quote: Quote: http://www.fiestastoc.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=9830&hl= Thanks to pitzon of fstoc hope this is allowed it doesn't work! Doesn't work for me either, think maybe you have to be a member? You can always join !!! _________________________ A Thing Of Beauty Is A Joy Forever
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#103347 - 15/09/07 01:28 PM Re: Stripes Question [Re: fiestaman]
Kev Registered: 01/03/06 Posts: 10490 Loc: Birmingham, UK.	Any good JJ? Got a pic to show us? _________________________
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#103348 - 15/09/07 01:51 PM Re: Stripes Question [Re: Anthony1664]
JJST Registered: 20/04/07 Posts: 4206	Quote: i messed up 2 sets and have not even tried set 3 so have free set of white sides if anyone wants them Hey Dave, do you still have that spare set? Pleeeease! _________________________
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#103349 - 15/09/07 01:51 PM Re: Stripes Question [Re: Kev]
JJST Registered: 20/04/07 Posts: 4206	Quote: Any good JJ? Got a pic to show us? Pics on their way mate _________________________
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#103350 - 15/09/07 01:58 PM Re: Stripes Question [Re: JJST]
Kev Registered: 01/03/06 Posts: 10490 Loc: Birmingham, UK.	Ooooh no! that does'nt sound good. _________________________
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#103351 - 15/09/07 01:59 PM Re: Stripes Question [Re: JJST]
JJST Registered: 20/04/07 Posts: 4206	OK.. I attempted this on my own, that was a mistake I know, I really do know now! The stickers I was sent were weird, the one was set out in such a way I could put it on in one go, the other had the 'ST' and the back bit were up the wrong end (the stickers were in two parts so you don't need to cut at the door) so I had to cut this off to do it separately, that was on the passenger side. Here's the passenger side: There area few bumps which I'm not happy with, but from a foot away you can't notice so decided to carry on. I though the driver side sticker would be easier given that I only had to measur the correct height once, but it collapsed in the middle with too much slack and could do nothing about it - attepted to pull it back, but the sticker stretched and wa then out of shape. This is what's left of the driver side! I am leaving the passenger one on for now, in case I can get a spare, anyway you can only look at one side at a time Now I am kidding I will not be leaving just the one side on indefinitely, we'll see what happens! _________________________
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#103352 - 15/09/07 02:00 PM Re: Stripes Question [Re: Sir Mr Fabrix]
JJST Registered: 20/04/07 Posts: 4206	Quote: good luck and take your time.... I did Patrick!! Two hours.. it wasn't enough lol _________________________
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#103353 - 15/09/07 02:09 PM Re: Stripes Question [Re: JJST]
Kev Registered: 01/03/06 Posts: 10490 Loc: Birmingham, UK.	The passenger side looks o.k. Like you say, a foot away, who is going to look at them closer than that. _________________________
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#103354 - 15/09/07 02:12 PM Re: Stripes Question [Re: JJST]
fiestaman Fiesta Crazy Registered: 14/05/06 Posts: 689 Loc: West Midlands	The full lentgh sripe comes as one piece,you dont cut the stripe until you have finished,that way it stays straight. It depends wot set you ordered, the original as the ST at different ends each side, you can order both ST at front or at rear from DMB graphics _________________________ A Thing Of Beauty Is A Joy Forever
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#103355 - 15/09/07 02:14 PM Re: Stripes Question [Re: fiestaman]
fiestaman Fiesta Crazy Registered: 14/05/06 Posts: 689 Loc: West Midlands	Phone dave at DMB he will help you out,cheaper than originals, he also fits them _________________________ A Thing Of Beauty Is A Joy Forever
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#103356 - 15/09/07 04:15 PM Re: Stripes Question [Re: JJST]
Anthony1664 My real name is Dave Registered: 27/04/06 Posts: 4703 Loc: Always on here these days !!!	Here you go I have done some copying and pasting though had to do the pics as links Quote: Well i thought i should contribute with something useful here. I dont think you should be so afraid of fitting decals yourself. In this first guide i should describe how to fit sidestripes to your ST. The centerstripes are not difficult to fit either but its ALOT of more measuring to do and that takes time. Well first you will get your stripe and it use to have a slightly bigger "backing paper" than the actual stripe. This is the paper that holds the stripe together. On top of this there are a "Application Tape" that is applied over the stripe and that one makes it possible to move the stripe off the backing paper to your car. This last one you peel away last. well enough of that at the moment. *The first thing you have to do is to clean your car ( or the area where the stripes should be placed at least ) you can also use some alcoholic cleaner to remove grease and other stuf. Dont really know the word for this in english but i think you know what i mean. No aggressive stuf that damages the paint ofcourse.. http://www.cenara.com/users/ce00549/Fies...ng%20points.jpg Here are the aligning points where you "aim" the stripe. Now you need some regular masking tape for the application... http://www.cenara.com/users/ce00549/Fiesta%20ST/ST%20stripe/Guide/support%20tape.jpg Take 2 small bits and place as on the picture. Apply the rear first because the stripe should align with the skirt there. After this you can stretch the stripe in the front and measure it in right place. Make sure you fit the small bits of the masking tape at center of the stripe as on the pic, this will help getting it straight when you pull gently at front. If you are unsure just apply one more bit in the middle and measure the stripe so it really is straight. If you can you could go away from the car and have a look from a distance. Much easier to see if it is straight this way. http://www.cenara.com/users/ce00549/Fiesta%20ST/ST%20stripe/Guide/support%20tape2.jpg When you are satisfied with the alignment you should tape the whole way at top of the stripe. Now you have fixed it and that prevents it from moving. http://www.cenara.com/users/ce00549/Fiesta%20ST/ST%20stripe/Guide/remove%20backing%20tape.jpg Now you can remove the 2 small bits of masking tape and then you fold the stripe up. Be gentle and if your unsure have a friend to help you out. Then you could start to peel of the "backing-paper" of the stripe. http://www.cenara.com/users/ce00549/Fiesta%20ST/ST%20stripe/Guide/skrapa%20applicera.jpg The next step is to fold it down again but now you should be careful so you dont slap it against the car. Hold it near against the car but not against it. Then you use a squeegee and "squeegie" as i show with the red arrows. Here its also helpful with a friend so you can oncentrate on one half of the stripe at the time. Be qiute firm when you squege the stripe against the car. It´s in this progress you push away all the air underneath the stripe. Take your time and you should not be in a hurry ) The queeges we use at work looks like this. Im sure all graphic companies can hook you up with one and its not expensive. Its like an ICE squeege but softer. It should cost around 3£ or something.. http://www.cenara.com/users/ce00549/Fiesta%20ST/ST%20stripe/Guide/peel%20off.jpg Now you can start to peel the application tape off. Be careful and you SHOULD NOT pull it straight out as i have illustrated. Its better to peel it of with an sharper angle against the car so to speak. Now maybe you have "to much" stripe in front because i think most companies make them a little bit to long. I did this and its just to take a little razorblade or an knife and cut it off a little bit in front of the doorspring. Then you fold the stripe in and around the door. Then you have to cut the stripe apart at the rear doorspring. Otherwise you would be in trouble as soon as you open the door ).gif But here you should cut exactly in the middle of the doorspring so you have the same amount of stripe to fold in at each side.. You might have gotten some small air-bubbles but thats no problem to remove. You just take a little needle or a sharp knife and pick a hole in the stripe where the bubble is. Make sure you pick the hole in the side of the airbubble and NOT in the center as most guys think. If you pick at the side its much easier to push the air out. http://www.cenara.com/users/ce00549/Fiesta%20ST/ST%20stripe/Guide/Kopia%20av%20Fiesta%20010.jpg Now you should be finished and can enjoy a striped Fiesta ) _________________________ The Mk6 Fiesta grew in size & became a Mk3 Mondeo it now it's shrinking to a Mk3.5 Focus ST3
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#103357 - 15/09/07 04:34 PM Re: Stripes Question [Re: Anthony1664]
fiestaman Fiesta Crazy Registered: 14/05/06 Posts: 689 Loc: West Midlands	Good work thanks i hadnt got time to do all that, cheers. _________________________ A Thing Of Beauty Is A Joy Forever
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#103358 - 15/09/07 05:10 PM Re: Stripes Question [Re: fiestaman]
babyboom Registered: 06/06/06 Posts: 11557 Loc: somewhere in the world	the stripes look good! think u done a good job! _________________________
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#103359 - 15/09/07 05:13 PM Re: Stripes Question [Re: fiestaman]
JJST Registered: 20/04/07 Posts: 4206	haha, thanks guys. yeah I had to cut the one side in two because of the way the sticker had been cut, that was the passenger side and it does look ok if you don't inspect it too closely. The stickers are replicas of the originals so you have the ST sign at alternating ends. However the stripe is in two separate parts so no need to cut the stripe itself once it is on. never mind! _________________________
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#103360 - 15/09/07 05:27 PM Re: Stripes Question [Re: JJST]
DMB n00b Registered: 15/09/07 Posts: 11 Loc: Worcestershire, UK	I can supply and fit stripes for £25 A SET which should take no more than 5 minutes to fit. So straight in and straight out JOB DONE! _________________________
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#103361 - 15/09/07 05:29 PM Re: Stripes Question [Re: DMB]
JJST Registered: 20/04/07 Posts: 4206	Quote: I can supply and fit stripes for £25 A SET which should take no more than 5 minutes to fit. So straight in and straight out JOB DONE! if you were closer I'd have done it first time mate! hopefully I will sort it out though, if not, that will be the next step!! _________________________
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#103362 - 15/09/07 05:34 PM Re: Stripes Question [Re: JJST]
DMB n00b Registered: 15/09/07 Posts: 11 Loc: Worcestershire, UK	No problem ! Let me know if you want it done. Cheers _________________________
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#103363 - 15/09/07 05:37 PM Re: Stripes Question [Re: DMB]
Anthony1664 My real name is Dave Registered: 27/04/06 Posts: 4703 Loc: Always on here these days !!!	Quote: the stripes look good! think u done a good job! its a copy of a posting on STOC not my stripes........my 1st set were not straight and my second set i slipped with and streched hence i have 1 and a half sets of whitestripes in a tube waiting to go to a good home........when I get a chance I will bo off to see Dave a DMB for a nice set of sliver with red inserts _________________________ The Mk6 Fiesta grew in size & became a Mk3 Mondeo it now it's shrinking to a Mk3.5 Focus ST3
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#103364 - 15/09/07 05:45 PM Re: Stripes Question [Re: Anthony1664]
JJST Registered: 20/04/07 Posts: 4206	Quote: Quote: the stripes look good! think u done a good job! its a copy of a posting on STOC not my stripes........my 1st set were not straight and my second set i slipped with and streched hence i have 1 and a half sets of whitestripes in a tube waiting to go to a good home........when I get a chance I will bo off to see Dave a DMB for a nice set of sliver with red inserts How much do you want mate? Which side is it? PM me if you like! _________________________
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#103365 - 15/09/07 05:50 PM Re: Stripes Question [Re: JJST]
Anthony1664 My real name is Dave Registered: 27/04/06 Posts: 4703 Loc: Always on here these days !!!	PM sent _________________________ The Mk6 Fiesta grew in size & became a Mk3 Mondeo it now it's shrinking to a Mk3.5 Focus ST3
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#103366 - 16/09/07 02:14 AM Re: Stripes Question [Re: Anthony1664]
JamesUK Regular Registered: 02/08/07 Posts: 70 Loc: Worcester, UK	Dave did my white sides with red insert. Very happy
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#103367 - 16/09/07 07:46 PM Re: Stripes Question [Re: JamesUK]
Anthony1664 My real name is Dave Registered: 27/04/06 Posts: 4703 Loc: Always on here these days !!!	cool good on you pleased u like them....i just dont have a steady enough hand or patience _________________________ The Mk6 Fiesta grew in size & became a Mk3 Mondeo it now it's shrinking to a Mk3.5 Focus ST3
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