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Old Dec 10, 2012 | 02:27 PM
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I am interested in a CE1 kit for my 01 C5 Quicksilver metallic vert with torch red interior. Kind of undecided between black or red kit.Anyway, I was quoted $450- $500 to install this rather uncomplicated kit on a convertible. So, I think I'll do it myself. The kit is only $250 from PFYC. Vette Stripes wants $295.

Any good hints on installing. Or any input on really good videos or instructions? The Vette Stripes instructions seem a little lacking in clear detail.
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Old Dec 10, 2012 | 02:31 PM
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Head over to YouTube and search under "Corvette Stripe Installation". There are a lot of good videos showing the process.
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Originally Posted by MSG C5
Head over to YouTube and search under "Corvette Stripe Installation". There are a lot of good videos showing the process.


That's what I did before I installed.

Applied not installed, my bust.

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Can't help you with the install, but IMO, the TR stripes would look great with the TR interior.
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Local guys want 450+ to install. Scr$$w that!. If I do it, I will do It myself. Thanks. I agree with you and think the TR will br the the best choice.
Today, I went to Lowes and got some black screw covers for the trunk screws. Looks good. Even I could put them on.
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Originally Posted by MSG C5
Head over to YouTube and search under "Corvette Stripe Installation". There are a lot of good videos showing the process.
You were right on. Good stuff there.

Right. it is an application not an install. What the hell, I am gretting old[.

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