Remove and Reapply Raptor Graphics?

[SR-71Ranger]

I went back-and-forth, deciding between a PPF strip on the hood versus one of those aeroskin hood, deflectors branded by Ford.

Without going into long details, I decided to go with the hood deflector however I optioned my truck with the graphics kit and I would like to keep the hood graphics visible. The hood deflector covers about 3/4 of it so I’m thinking of removing it and reapplying it to the deflector since it sits so close to the hood. If I don’t like it I could always can it.

I’m looking for advice on how to safely remove the graphic in order to reapply it to the deflector. since the graphic is taller than the deflector, I’m also considering cutting it so that it can continue onto the hood however, I have not decided whether I’m going to do that yet or not. I may also take the extra piece from the top and apply it below the headlamp much like the graphics kits come on the Raptors in other countries.

Any advice is appreciated so long as it isn’t life advice lol.

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[gtomike60]

Graphics are one time use only...it will stretch and tear if you try removing it
Best way would be to buy a new hood graphic and apply it to the deflector

 

[SR-71Ranger]

Graphics are one time use only...it will stretch and tear if you try removing it
Best way would be to buy a new hood graphic and apply it to the deflector

Was worried about that. No way I’m paying what Ford wants for an 8x6 sticker though. Lol I know some stickers can be removed and reapplied with minimal issues depending on how thin they are or the material used.

 

[Jason B]

Another thing depending on the deflector. Mine, an Aeroskin II, has a slight texture to it. It's probably not a good surface to apply decals.

 

[KSQRapter]

Was worried about that. No way I’m paying what Ford wants for an 8x6 sticker though. Lol I know some stickers can be removed and reapplied with minimal issues depending on how thin they are or the material used.

I went the PPF route on the hood. Installer said they would have to remove the decal on the hood or the PPF would have issues covering the decal (air bubbles, and never fully adhere to the decal edges). They said if I got a replacement decal they could apply that over the PPF, so that's the route I went. If you look online you can find the genuine decal from Ford for about $100, it's crazy expensive for such a tiny decal. Here's a link to the decal from Ford OEM.

 

[SR-71Ranger]

Another thing depending on the deflector. Mine, an Aeroskin II, has a slight texture to it. It's probably not a good surface to apply decals.

Thanks for the response. The one I got is a glossy texture, smoked and semi transparent.

 

[SR-71Ranger]

I went the PPF route on the hood. Installer said they would have to remove the decal on the hood or the PPF would have issues covering the decal (air bubbles, and never fully adhere to the decal edges). They said if I got a replacement decal they could apply that over the PPF, so that's the route I went. If you look online you can find the genuine decal from Ford for about $100, it's crazy expensive for such a tiny decal. Here's a link to the decal from Ford OEM.

Thanks for that link! Definitely cheaper but $120 for a sticker is a tough pill to swallow. Might have to make a decision.

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