One of my hood decals was damaged/rubbed by something falling against it while hauling in an enclosed trailer. I didn't think it was a big deal. Peel the old one off and stick on the new one right?? I ordered new one and it has a "dull" finish. The ones on my hood are "glossy" and shiny. I don't think they are clearcoated to the hood because you can feel the edge of the decals. Anyone??
twomorestrokes
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Yep, I had the same concern a couple weeks ago while updating the decals for my '05. They appeared to have a flat finish also, where the ones on the sled were glossy. I was not too happy as they are not cheap. I discovered there is a clear satin protective film over the top. After applying the decals and rubbing them flat, the film peels off the top, exposing the shiny top surface.
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''twomorestrokes''is right,it happened to me with my phazer last year,the plastic film protects the finish of the sticker,kind of smart if you think about it
Thanks for the input guys. I wondered about a film on top and have tried to peel it from either end-with no luck. Do I need to stick the decal on the hood before the film will release? I definitely don't want to remove old decal before I know this one will be O.K. 
twomorestrokes
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Before I returned mine to the dealer, I got hold of one corner of the film with my fingernail to find out for sure. Once it started lifting up and I saw what it was, I installed thyem and then removed the film.
