| Paintwerks |
03-06-2016 10:53 PM |
Looks great! Kudos to a job well done.
My only question is if Treadwear make the lettering in an off-white colour? It's just my opinion, but I find these letters too bright/clean and 'new' looking. An off white would help with that I feel.
Cheers,
Sime
|
| ASO544 |
03-07-2016 03:23 AM |
Quote:
Originally Posted by jacobsed
(Post 1383217)
Excellent tips! Did you do anything with the landscape of the tire before applying the letters? Sand down ridges or anything?
|
I used a razor blade to remove any raised areas but a palm sander might have been the smarter choice. Prep wise you really need to clean and de-grease the tires....especially if not new. I then used acetone and a green brillo pad to remove any hidden oil or grime and it slightly scuffed the application area. I then followed the the instructions by using alcohol to clean the application area and rear of the letter prior to putting on the glue before gluing it down. I recommend using a heat gun or hair dryer to evaporate the alcohol on the letter and tire completely. |
| G-Pete |
03-07-2016 08:58 AM |
Quote:
Originally Posted by Paintwerks
(Post 1383234)
My only question is if Treadwear make the lettering in an off-white colour? It's just my opinion, but I find these letters too bright/clean and 'new' looking. An off white would help with that I feel.
Cheers,
Sime
|
After awhile on the road the "bright" goes away and then they look just right!
http://photos.imageevent.com/germanp...m_DSC09758.jpg
Two years ago I made the drawings for the Avon size and sent them to Treadwear and told them they can keep the drawing...;)
http://photos.imageevent.com/germanp...12-08-2013.JPG |
| ASO544 |
03-07-2016 09:34 AM |
I though about cutting/spacing my O, D, R, As to give it a more authentic look but at the end I left them one piece. Yours look really good with the breaks... More authentic looking in my opinion.
|
| Sawdust |
03-08-2016 02:59 AM |
ASO544 and MCoop did you guys use 2" letters for both the "Good Year" and the "Eagle"?
I'm going to order a set and want it right.
Thanks for your help!
Stu.
|
| ASO544 |
03-08-2016 03:21 AM |
The "EAGLE" is a smaller font just like it is on real Billboard Tires. I used their 2" kit which comes with the 2" GOOD YEAR and a slightly smaller EAGLE. I ordered 4 sets but it came in a single 4 pack.
|
| Sawdust |
03-08-2016 04:35 AM |
Great, thanks! I just wanted to make sure the "Eagle" wasn't 1.5"
|
| Paintwerks |
03-09-2016 06:12 PM |
Quote:
Originally Posted by G-Pete
(Post 1383290)
After awhile on the road the "bright" goes away and then they look just right!
Two years ago I made the drawings for the Avon size and sent them to Treadwear and told them they can keep the drawing...;)
|
That's great to know Pete. I'm still thinking I might spray paint the logo on....that way I can dial in the white, as well as maybe create a distressed look.
Would you be able to email me the file in an *eps or *ai format if possible please? paintwerks@optusnet.com.au
Thanks in advance!
Cheers,
Sime |
| G-Pete |
03-09-2016 06:41 PM |
Sure, I sent you a .eps
|
| Paintwerks |
03-10-2016 04:34 AM |
Quote:
Originally Posted by G-Pete
(Post 1383654)
Sure, I sent you a .eps
|
Thanks Pete! Although unfortunately I never received the file. Could you please resend it? |
| razerwire |
03-10-2016 10:03 AM |
good job
|
| ASO544 |
03-10-2016 12:57 PM |
Post pics if you go the painting route.
Quote:
Originally Posted by Paintwerks
(Post 1383650)
That's great to know Pete. I'm still thinking I might spray paint the logo on....that way I can dial in the white, as well as maybe create a distressed look.
Would you be able to email me the file in an *eps or *ai format if possible please? paintwerks@optusnet.com.au
Thanks in advance!
Cheers,
Sime
|
|
| G-Pete |
03-11-2016 08:13 AM |
Quote:
Originally Posted by Paintwerks
(Post 1383681)
Thanks Pete! Although unfortunately I never received the file. Could you please resend it?
|
Tonight I will be home and sent you the file...;) |
| G-Pete |
03-11-2016 08:15 AM |
Quote:
Originally Posted by razerwire
(Post 1383719)
I wish one company would make Shelby dash signature, hood,side,trunk badges, horn button, white Goodyear letters for tires, it would make it so much easier. It would be nice to have letter of authenticity also. Maybe throw in a photo shopped picture with me and Shelby by my car.
|
I can't decide if you are just sarcastic, or an arrogant prick. |
| ASO544 |
03-11-2016 08:31 AM |
Lol....those purist can run bias ply tires and throw rocks at their cars fenders all day long..... Not me!!! I like the look but want the radial tire so if it offends or annoys someone so be it.
|
| ASO544 |
03-24-2016 11:40 AM |
|
| Midcont |
05-12-2016 10:36 AM |
Bumping this thread.
If lettering Good Year on Avon's, either with the tire paint or the glued on letters, does it matter if the rubber is off or mounted?
I think I'm going to go the unmounted painted on route and would appreciate any tips.
|
| jacobsed |
06-05-2016 10:10 AM |
Just installed mine
|
| Midcont |
06-05-2016 12:00 PM |
Quote:
Originally Posted by jacobsed
(Post 1393765)
|
2" size? |
| jacobsed |
06-05-2016 12:07 PM |
2" standard vintage tire kit at Tred Wear
|
| All times are GMT -7. The time now is 09:19 AM. |
|
Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.0
Copyright ©2000 - 2026, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.
Search Engine Friendly URLs by vBSEO 3.6.0
The representations expressed are the representations and opinions of the clubcobra.com forum members and do not necessarily reflect the opinions and viewpoints of the site owners, moderators, Shelby American, any other replica manufacturer, Ford Motor Company. This website has been planned and developed by clubcobra.com and its forum members and should not be construed as being endorsed by Ford Motor Company, or Shelby American or any other manufacturer unless expressly noted by that entity. "Cobra" and the Cobra logo are registered trademarks for Ford Motor Co., Inc. clubcobra.com forum members agree not to post any copyrighted material unless the copyrighted material is owned by you. Although we do not and cannot review the messages posted and are not responsible for the content of any of these messages, we reserve the right to delete any message for any reason whatsoever. You remain solely responsible for the content of your messages, and you agree to indemnify and hold us harmless with respect to any claim based upon transmission of your message(s). Thank you for visiting clubcobra.com. For full policy documentation refer to the following link:
