Vinyl Stripe Options for GT350

[hadesgt350]

Hey all,

Does anyone have experience with the stripes from BigWormGraphix or StripeSource? I’m looking to get white stripes with black pinstriping installed on my GT350, and the shops in my area have been suggesting to just use their in-house materials since the kit limits what they can do (straightness, ease of application, restrictions due to the kit only coming with necessary vinyl, etc.)

Some shops are willing to work with these kits though. Should I just stick with one of these kits, or listen to the shops and let them use their own materials?

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[MAGS1]

I had Big Worm on my 2016. Quality is excellent. I had the same experience, a lot of shops wouldn’t touch them because they didn’t cut them themselves and wouldn’t guarantee they’d fit right. I did find a shop to do it and everything fit just like it should. Was not on a GT350 but I would expect the same result on yours

 

[MAGS1]

Here’s a few other pics so you can see how they line up on the bumpers. This was all part of the kit, no modifications were required per the shop that did the install.

 

[dpAtlanta]

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[galaxy]

So here’s something to factor into your decision to go factory stripes or not. It’s subtle, but still a topic worth visiting, and it’s this…the factory stripes are not uniform width from one end to the other. They taper. Any aftermarket is gonna be perfectly straight and equal width from one end to the other. May be important to you, maybe not. Simply a point of order.

 

[ChipG]

I have Big Worm on mine and am happy with them. Note: I believe the OEM graphics are all one piece (main color and pinstripe) as they're printed. With aftermarket vinyl you have to lay multiple pieces for the different colors.

My original stripes were black, the Big Worm stripes are blue. Here are photos if you want to see if you notice difference in shape per Galaxy's comment.

 

[Inthehighdesert]

You may consider Bemaro. Very accommodating to forum member asks and needs. There’s some great suppliers that support this site to chose from.

https://www.bemarofilms.com/contact-us

 

[zxch]

Just curious if anyone with stripes recommends some sort of clear coat like PPF or ceramic coating? I’ve had my big worm stripes for a few weeks now and I have yet to install, but I’m worried about rock chips.

 

[Inthehighdesert]

I’ve put ppf on all mine. Im an old paint and body guy so I have no interest in ceramic coatings(the extensive application). Carnauba is hard to beat for shine and preservation. That said, I keep my vehicles even work trucks pretty clean and do use the spray detailer and the wet application ceramic stuff occasionally. It works well on dailyed stuff.

Just curious if anyone with stripes recommends some sort of clear coat like PPF or ceramic coating? I’ve had my big worm stripes for a few weeks now and I have yet to install, but I’m worried about rock chips.

 

[MAGS1]

Just curious if anyone with stripes recommends some sort of clear coat like PPF or ceramic coating? I’ve had my big worm stripes for a few weeks now and I have yet to install, but I’m worried about rock chips.

You can absolutely ceramic coat vinyl stripes (I would recommend a coating used for PPF, although I’m just an at home enthusiast and not a pro). I had reached out to Big Worm regarding waxes and sealants and they advised to not use paste or liquid waxes but spray waxes (Meguiars Quik Wax is what I used) was fine since it’s just a spray and wipe. I would assume each vinyl manufacturer will have their own recommendations

 

[ChipG]

I have PPF on my car, track style (hood, front fenders, leading edge of the roof, rockers, front of rear quarters). Concerns about rock chips in the vinyl stripes are valid - PPF will help keep them intact.

 

[MAGS1]

I have Big Worm on mine and am happy with them. Note: I believe the OEM graphics are all one piece (main color and pinstripe) as they're printed. With aftermarket vinyl you have to lay multiple pieces for the different colors.

My original stripes were black, the Big Worm stripes are blue. Here are photos if you want to see if you notice difference in shape per Galaxy's comment.

If I recall correctly, Big Worm tapers their stripes but it might be a little more subtle than factory? I recall mine being tapered especially the front bumper and towards the front of the hood to fit all the contours properly.

 

[ChipG]

I don't really know, actually, but they have a rep on this forum we could ask.

 

[hadesgt350]

So here’s something to factor into your decision to go factory stripes or not. It’s subtle, but still a topic worth visiting, and it’s this…the factory stripes are not uniform width from one end to the other. They taper. Any aftermarket is gonna be perfectly straight and equal width from one end to the other. May be important to you, maybe not. Simply a point of order.

I have Big Worm on mine and am happy with them. Note: I believe the OEM graphics are all one piece (main color and pinstripe) as they're printed. With aftermarket vinyl you have to lay multiple pieces for the different colors.

My original stripes were black, the Big Worm stripes are blue. Here are photos if you want to see if you notice difference in shape per Galaxy's comment.

That’s very good input, and ChipG, your pictures are very helpful. I can see the small difference in taper, which is good information to know. It does seem like the blue stripes came out pretty well so they seem like they’re of decent quality. Thank you guys for the pictures and info

 

[hadesgt350]

I had Big Worm on my 2016. Quality is excellent. I had the same experience, a lot of shops wouldn’t touch them because they didn’t cut them themselves and wouldn’t guarantee they’d fit right. I did find a shop to do it and everything fit just like it should. Was not on a GT350 but I would expect the same result on yours

Okay that’s good to know. I’ve found two shops that are willing to work with the kit, they’re just worried that if they mess up they won’t have more material. I guess I could buy two kits and return one if they don’t need the extra material, but at that point it would be equivalent to just paying them to use their materials.

You may consider Bemaro. Very accommodating to forum member asks and needs. There’s some great suppliers that support this site to chose from.

https://www.bemarofilms.com/contact-us

I’ll give their products a look. Thank you!

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