fixed my pillar problem
#1
fixed my pillar problem
ordered some vinyl overlays for a member on here and put them on today. all though i would like them be be a bit wider but i managed to work with what i got.
before:
![](http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh9/trviper03/DSC_0553.jpg)
![](http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh9/trviper03/DSC_0554.jpg)
taping off:
![](http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh9/trviper03/DSC_0555.jpg)
![](http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh9/trviper03/DSC_0556.jpg)
sanding 220grit:
![](http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh9/trviper03/DSC_0557.jpg)
![](http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh9/trviper03/DSC_0558.jpg)
![](http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh9/trviper03/DSC_0560.jpg)
sanding 800grit:
![](http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh9/trviper03/DSC_0561.jpg)
after 800grit:
![](http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh9/trviper03/DSC_0562.jpg)
make sure u got enough vinyl to cover the whole pillar (would like a bit more vinyl on the sides but i managed) :
![](http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh9/trviper03/DSC_0563.jpg)
once everything is dry and clean from any dust start to apply vinyl. helps if u got another pair of hands to help:
![](http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh9/trviper03/DSC_0564.jpg)
i tucked the vinyl inside the weatherstrips so it looks cleaner.
![](http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh9/trviper03/DSC_0565.jpg)
finished:
drivers side
![](http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh9/trviper03/DSC_0567.jpg)
![](http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh9/trviper03/DSC_0566.jpg)
passengers side
![](http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh9/trviper03/DSC_0569.jpg)
before:
![](http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh9/trviper03/DSC_0553.jpg)
![](http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh9/trviper03/DSC_0554.jpg)
taping off:
![](http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh9/trviper03/DSC_0555.jpg)
![](http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh9/trviper03/DSC_0556.jpg)
sanding 220grit:
![](http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh9/trviper03/DSC_0557.jpg)
![](http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh9/trviper03/DSC_0558.jpg)
![](http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh9/trviper03/DSC_0560.jpg)
sanding 800grit:
![](http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh9/trviper03/DSC_0561.jpg)
after 800grit:
![](http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh9/trviper03/DSC_0562.jpg)
make sure u got enough vinyl to cover the whole pillar (would like a bit more vinyl on the sides but i managed) :
![](http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh9/trviper03/DSC_0563.jpg)
once everything is dry and clean from any dust start to apply vinyl. helps if u got another pair of hands to help:
![](http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh9/trviper03/DSC_0564.jpg)
i tucked the vinyl inside the weatherstrips so it looks cleaner.
![](http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh9/trviper03/DSC_0565.jpg)
finished:
drivers side
![](http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh9/trviper03/DSC_0567.jpg)
![](http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh9/trviper03/DSC_0566.jpg)
passengers side
![](http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh9/trviper03/DSC_0569.jpg)
![](http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh9/trviper03/DSC_0570.jpg)
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#12
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Originally Posted by timberland73
X3. I bought the kit like 6 mos. ago and still haven't put them on. I need to get on the ball.
#13
Suzuka Master
I bought plotter paper overlays for mine, but I f'ed it up so many times trying to get it right. I took the pillars off though to attempt it. I'm gonna have to try your method now, either that or just wetsand them down with fine grit and polish them with plastic polish and wax over them. Great job
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#16
Suzuka Master
Originally Posted by rob-2
How long is that going to last though?
#18
do you think its possible to just tape around the edges and spray paint them instead of taking them off. im pretty lazy and would rather take the easy way out by just getting some tape and some newspaper to cover up around the pillars and then paint them. anyone think there will be a problem with doing this?
#19
Three Wheelin'
It looks good, my concern is at the bottom where water will sit a little longer that it will start to peel up.
Any chance you can give us a 6 or 12 month report?
Any chance you can give us a 6 or 12 month report?
#20
UB6IB9
Originally Posted by Rajca
i had enough vinyl to cover it all up and tuck it in. but it took a lot of work to make it fit just right. if i got about 1/2" more on either sides it would have been much easier and wouldnt need another pair of hands
#22
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Originally Posted by timberland73
X3. I bought the kit like 6 mos. ago and still haven't put them on. I need to get on the ball.
Originally Posted by Hondanutty
X4 - If I can find them. Now which box is that packed in again........?
Originally Posted by Hondanutty
X4 - If I can find them. Now which box is that packed in again........?
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Also Very nice work
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Glad you are happy with my product!
I can cut the overlays larger but chose not to so extra trimming was not involved in the installation process- If I receive more feedback like yours (you are the first), I will modify the design
I can cut the overlays larger but chose not to so extra trimming was not involved in the installation process- If I receive more feedback like yours (you are the first), I will modify the design
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Also- for those who were wondering about durability- I had mine for 5 months before I traded my TL in and they showed zero signs of wear. I did wax them regularly with the car. The vinyl is rated for 9 years outdoors and is designed for automotive applications.
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