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What lasts better? Nightshades or Overlays?

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Old Mar 21, 2011 | 11:06 AM
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Default What lasts better? Nightshades or Overlays?

I want to tint my tail lights and I was wondering which would last longer and last through car washes, and regular day to day stuff....graphic overlays or vht night shade paint?
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Old Mar 21, 2011 | 11:08 AM
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it really depends.. if you get a cheap graphic overlay or a nice one.. and if you just spray on nightshades without prep or prep it and then clear it..



I would THINK nightshades would hold up better in the long run if done properly as it would be just like painting your car vs. putting a sticker on it..
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Old Mar 21, 2011 | 01:01 PM
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I am very happy with my nightshade job. I have never seen a vinyl overlay that I personally would have been happy with.
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Old May 22, 2011 | 07:39 PM
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ya im completely happy with my niteshades job. i didnt know you could clear it though.
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Old May 23, 2011 | 10:22 AM
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I +1 on the nightshades... way better results (if not properly)
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