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Q. What size do I need?
A. That depends on your vehicle. Review the Fitment Guide for information.
Q. How much of the lock is covered?
A. SmoothLocks cover the flat face of the lock. It does not cover any area between the face of the lock and the vehicle. If you paint your SmoothLocks to match your car, you may have to paint part of the lock, depending on your style of lock.
Q. How do I apply them to my locks?
A. It only takes a few moments to apply a SmoothLock. First, thoroughly clean the lock surface and ensure there it is free from grease or dirt. You may need to use a gentle solvent like Goo Gone or rubbing alcohol. Then simply apply the Smoothlock by peeling it from the backing paper and then aligning it on the lock surface and firmly placing it.
Q. Can I paint them to match my car?
A. Yes, they can be painted to match your car. If you want to paint yours, you need to make sure the paint will stick to the SmoothLock. We suggest using an adhesion promoter such as Dupli-Color Adhesion Promoter Clear Primer
Painting Method #1 (recommended) – Take a large piece of cardboard and lay it flat. Push a pin (or small headed nail) into it so it is standing straight up. Carefully peel the SmoothLock from the backing paper (handling it by its edges) and lightly place the adhesive side on the top end of the pin just enough so it is secure. Paint it using only as many light coats as needed, not allowing the paint or any debris to get under the SmoothLock and stuck to the adhesive. Once dried, carefully remove the SmoothLock and gently apply to your clean lock surface.
Painting Method #2 Paint the SmoothLock while on the backing paper using as many light coats as needed. Once the paint dries, use a very sharp X-Acto knife to trim around the edge of the SmoothLock. This will make it easier to remove it from the backing paper without cracking the paint.
Q. What if I need to remove them?
A. If you need to remove your SmoothLocks, simply peel them off. The adhesive is very strong, and this might take a bit of effort and care (especially if you painted your SmoothLocks, the paint may crack if you are not careful removing them).
BONUS TIP! Got a painted SmoothLock and are thinking that you may need to remove it and don’t want to crack the paint? Stop by a local music shop and purchase a very thin plastic guitar pick and keep it in your wallet. It is the perfect tool to remove a SmoothLock cleanly. The next best thing is a thin laminated card like from a video rental store or in a pinch, a credit credit card or driver’s license will work.
Q. I think my SmoothLock is coming loose. What do I do?
A. We use some pretty tough adhesive but if you ever feel that a SmoothLock is losing its adhesive grip, carefully remove it completely (see the first Bonus Tip above), clean the lock surface thoroughly, place a very thin layer of clear silicone automotive adhesive on the back of the SmoothLock and replace.
Q. Do you offer them with Camaro or Firebird logos?
A. We do not offer SmoothLocks with any vehicle logos on them. Many people ask why and here is the answer: the whole point of a SmoothLock is to make the door locks blend in with the rest of the vehicle, not stand out.
Q. Can I order from you direct?
A. Yes, by ordering from CZ28Store.Com
Q. What is the SmoothLock warranty information?
A. We stand by this product 100%. If it is not to your satisfaction you may return it for a full refund as long as it is unused and in new condition. Unfortunately, there are no returns/refunds due to theft, damage, misuse, modification (including painting), and installation. If ordering from a dealer, please review their return policies as they may vary.
Q. What is the thin white layer between the SmoothLock and the adhesive?
A. If you are not painting yours and are leaving them black, you will notice a very thin white line around the base of the SmoothLock. This is to make sure the adhesive doesn’t detach. If you like, you can take the flat edge of a black magic marker and carefully run it around the edge of the SmoothLock to cover up the white line before you install it.
If you have a question that is not answered here, feel free to contact us.