Originally the pinstripe would have been done after the factory paint job and would be on top. Base/clear was not common until about 15 years ago. Now, you can do it either way. If you do the pinstripe before the clear it will last longer, but after you buff and polish the surface will be level and the pinstrip will not stick up like it does if you put it on over the top. To have it appear like the original, put the pinstripe on last.


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