ZugZugMcD Posted June 29, 2009 Report Posted June 29, 2009 I purchased a set of Viper stripes for my Clubman but I don't think it's a job that I would want to do myself... Can anyone recommend an installer in Maryland? I live in northern Anne Arundel County but anywhere from outside of DC to north of Baltimore would work... Thanks! :top: 2009 MINI Cooper S Clubman
Jeremy1026 Posted June 29, 2009 Report Posted June 29, 2009 Shoot CR&PW&JB a PM. He likes to install stripes and will help you put them on. And he is an all around good guy. [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC]
CR&PW&JB Posted June 30, 2009 Report Posted June 30, 2009 Thanks for the kind words, Jeremy, and yes, I do like to help install stripes. But viper stripes... haven't done those yet and wouldn't want to tackle those unless it was on my own MINI. I recommend Speed Design in Whitemarsh. John is the owner, really good at what he does, and is reasonable in his charges. He did my roof graphic and his price was less than half of the next lowest bidder (would have scared me off if not given glowing marks by other MINI owners from DCMM). [sIGPIC]http://www.mini2.com/galleries/data/500/CR_PW007.jpg[/sIGPIC]
Jeremy1026 Posted June 30, 2009 Report Posted June 30, 2009 Thanks for the kind words, Jeremy, and yes, I do like to help install stripes. But viper stripes... haven't done those yet and wouldn't want to tackle those unless it was on my own MINI. I recommend Speed Design in Whitemarsh. John is the owner, really good at what he does, and is reasonable in his charges. He did my roof graphic and his price was less than half of the next lowest bidder (would have scared me off if not given glowing marks by other MINI owners from DCMM). I'd think getting the angle on normal stripes would be harder then doing viper stripes. But, if you don't want to try, then I'll 2nd Speed Design in Whitemarsh, VERY reasonable prices. [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC]
ZugZugMcD Posted June 30, 2009 Author Report Posted June 30, 2009 Thanks for the recommendation. I'll give John a call. Nice and close too....could have them put on while I'm at work =) 2009 MINI Cooper S Clubman
lethalkrs Posted September 17, 2009 Report Posted September 17, 2009 (edited) Does anyone know of any other installers in MD? I called Speed Design and they want $195 to do the install on boot, bonnet and side stripes. That seems a little steep to me. If anyone else has had a shop install them, what is the going rate? Sid, did they do yours and what was the cost if you don't mind me asking? Edited September 17, 2009 by lethalkrs [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] 06 R50, BRG/W, OMP Upper Strut Bar, AFE CAI, Megan CatBack, AC Boot and Bonnet stripes, Angled Side stripes, window tint, Alta 19mm Rear Sway, Konig Feathers with 205/50/15 Yokahama S-Drives, VIP Customs quad light bar with 4 hella 500's, and TSW Upper motor mount.
Jeremy1026 Posted September 17, 2009 Report Posted September 17, 2009 Does anyone know of any other installers in MD? I called Speed Design and they want $195 to do the install on boot, bonnet and side stripes. That seems a little steep to me. If anyone else has had a shop install them, what is the going rate? You could totally do it yourself, in about an hour if you take you time. [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC]
GreenCactus Posted September 17, 2009 Report Posted September 17, 2009 I did my own boot stripes and the hardest part was lining them up right. I think that took about an hour and the actual application took around 20 minutes. I also did side stripes for someone else (Pepper19). I will NEVER do that again. Trying to line up one piece of vinyl that was the length of car while lying on the ground was not fun. If one has the use of a lift it would be much easier! Depending on what type of side stripes you have, yours might be easier.
lethalkrs Posted September 17, 2009 Report Posted September 17, 2009 Yeah, I will probably tackle this myself, just don't want to screw them up. And I am really picky and if they don't line up exactly right, it will drive me nuts. I would prefer someone with experience handle it, but $195 seems crazy. The side stripes are the angled stripes that run down the car behind the door so I won't have to lay on the ground. Sue at Mighty Stripes said those are about the easiest ones to do. [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] 06 R50, BRG/W, OMP Upper Strut Bar, AFE CAI, Megan CatBack, AC Boot and Bonnet stripes, Angled Side stripes, window tint, Alta 19mm Rear Sway, Konig Feathers with 205/50/15 Yokahama S-Drives, VIP Customs quad light bar with 4 hella 500's, and TSW Upper motor mount.
Jeremy1026 Posted September 18, 2009 Report Posted September 18, 2009 If you want an extra pair of hands and want to take a ride to Baltimore, give me a call [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC]
lethalkrs Posted September 19, 2009 Report Posted September 19, 2009 Well, I went ahead and tackled the project this morning and it turned out pretty good. A couple blemishes, but nothing terrible. The boot and bonnet are from Aesthetic Creations. The side stripes are from Mighty Stripes. Not too bad a job for first try. Thanks to everyone for giving me the confidence to try it myself. Now I am just waiting for the paint pen to fix all those chips on the hood (damn rocks) and the rear fog to get rid of that piece of plastic. Will be hooking the rear fog up as a fourth brake light. [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] 06 R50, BRG/W, OMP Upper Strut Bar, AFE CAI, Megan CatBack, AC Boot and Bonnet stripes, Angled Side stripes, window tint, Alta 19mm Rear Sway, Konig Feathers with 205/50/15 Yokahama S-Drives, VIP Customs quad light bar with 4 hella 500's, and TSW Upper motor mount.
MINImum Posted September 19, 2009 Report Posted September 19, 2009 Looks great! You were very brave to try it yourself but you did an awesome job! But now you have to change your signature. - Cindy B. Carmen: 2008 MCS Clubman CR
lethalkrs Posted September 20, 2009 Report Posted September 20, 2009 Thanks. Yeah, I sent the person who did the signature a message and asked if he could add the stripes. Hopefully he will be able to do for me. [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] 06 R50, BRG/W, OMP Upper Strut Bar, AFE CAI, Megan CatBack, AC Boot and Bonnet stripes, Angled Side stripes, window tint, Alta 19mm Rear Sway, Konig Feathers with 205/50/15 Yokahama S-Drives, VIP Customs quad light bar with 4 hella 500's, and TSW Upper motor mount.
FAST060 Posted October 8, 2010 Report Posted October 8, 2010 I called a shop this AM about getting my Stripes installed... wait for it.... wait for it..... :stupid::stupid::stupid::stupid: $500! :stupid::stupid::stupid::stupid: Front and Back Bumper doubled the price! $250 for Boot and Bonnet? Geesh! Is this what I am in for when considering professional installation? https://www.instagram.com/smokiendabandit/ 2009 MCS, HzB/B, CWP, PP, "BLUR" MOTORING ID: SOAR143 - MINI Community Service 2013 JCW GP, Thunder Grey, "SMOKIE" MOTORING ID: FAST060 2014 MCS Clubman, Highclass Gray, "THE ADMIRAL"
ZugZugMcD Posted October 8, 2010 Author Report Posted October 8, 2010 That is outrageous! I know a number of people that have driven out to GS Images in Hagerstown and paid less than $100 for their stripes installed. 2009 MINI Cooper S Clubman
TGGRRR (Ali) Posted October 8, 2010 Report Posted October 8, 2010 I paid the dealer to do my boot stripes and they charged $80 and that was the dealer! Ali Tigger 2006 the cabrio and Riversong the 2014 Countryman
