Howdy baldingsucks... can you post a pic? There`s no need to shave anything off until your system arrives..... everyone makes their template without shaving/cutting their thin area....just have a look at the Tutorials and there are videos on Youtube --just mark where you want your new hair to sit... if you`re going to wear it long, it should be easy enough to integrate long hair into your own ..again a pic would be great if you can ! Paul.