Centrelock
Decal Sets
Installation Guide
Compatible Sets
Porsche 718 Spyder RS/GT4RS
Solid - RS centrelock decal set
Preparation
For a successful application, ensure the environment and surface are properly prepared. Give yourself plenty of room to work in.
Surface Cleaning
The vehicle surface must be perfectly clean before installation.
Ensure the target area is:
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Clean and Dry: Free from moisture.
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Smooth and Non-Porous to promote good decal adhesion.
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Contaminant-Free: Completely free of oil, wax, ceramic coatings, grease or any other cleaning residues.
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For newly painted vehicles, please allow at least 5 weeks for the paint to cure & outgas before applying any graphics
Recommended Tools
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Application Squeegee (included)
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Heat gun
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masking tape
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Scissors
Unpacking
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Locate the ID number on the transfer tape of each graphic. Match these numbers to the installation instructions.
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You may notice air bubbles between the graphic and the transfer tape. This is normal and does not affect the final application. Simply use a squeegee to gently push the bubbles toward the nearest edge.
Temperature
Humidity
Location
Between 15 °C and 25 °C
Work in low humidity
Indoors in a brightly lit area
S1
Centrelock Decal Sheet
Pack Contents
Installation
⚠IMPORTANT - Please read carefully through this entire section before installing any graphics.
Material Layers
To ensure a perfect finish, our graphics are ‘sandwiched’ between two protective layers. The base release liner protects the adhesive until you are ready to apply, while the top transfer tape keeps the cast vinyl stable during installation. Please follow our guide to ensure you are removing the correct layer at the appropriate stage of the process.
Positioning and Alignment
Our graphics have been designed to take the guesswork out of placement onto the vehicle. We do this by perforation cutting our designs to key datum points featured on the original bodywork. These can be in the form of body creases, shut lines, trim edges or emblems. We also include outer tabs with peelable backings to help with provisional placement. In this section we’ll provide guidance on how to align each graphic with the existing bodywork.
S1 - Centrelock Decal Sheet
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Pop out each individual centrelock decal from the main sheet
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without removing any of the release backing loosely place the graphic onto a to familiarise yourself with the general placement. The outer circular edge of the graphic should perfectly align up with the centre cap.
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Remove the whole release liner from the back of the graphic.
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holding the graphic by the outer tabs, align the RS text of the graphic with the centrelock cap text and loosely tack in place.
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Working from the centre outwards, use the application squeegee to bond the graphic in place.
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Repeat steps for the remaining centrelock caps
Finishing up
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Carefully peel and discard of the top transfer tape. For best results, pull the tape back slowly at a sharp 180° angle.
⚠ Troubleshooting - If any part of the graphic starts to lift with the transfer tape, stop, lay it back down, and reapply more pressure with the squeegee.
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To ensure a permanent, long-lasting bond, we recommend post-heating the entire graphic. Evenly heat the surface of the vinyl to 90°C. This process ‘sets’ the adhesive and the vinyl, preventing any lifting or shrinking over time.