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Z1 label on headstock

#1 PostAuthor: RBY » Tue Jul 29, 2014 2:58 am

I've committed to getting the Z1 frame repainted but don't want to stuff up the manufacturers label on the headstrock. I saw on one of the members restorations that the label was covered with a section of PVC pipe of the same radius. Have made up a similar cover but was wondering if anyone has successfully removed the label and been able to replace after the frame was blasted and painted?
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#2 PostAuthor: A1John » Tue Jul 29, 2014 6:02 am

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#3 PostAuthor: z2.john » Tue Jul 29, 2014 7:21 am

Yes, it can be done but it requires patience. I used a pair of Stanley knife blades and gently eased the blades under the label at a very flat angle. Carefully edge the blades along. You will take a very thin layer of paint with it. It takes about 10-15 minutes. TAKE YOUR TIME!!!!
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#4 PostAuthor: RBY » Mon Aug 25, 2014 10:01 am

Thanks z2.john but I ran out of courage to put the label to the knife. Used the PVC pipe cover and it has come up pretty good. Will post some photos eventually when I learn how to master the technology.
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#5 PostAuthor: Z1parR » Mon Aug 25, 2014 12:45 pm

It took me over 12 months to master posting pics on here :oops:

Plenty of people on here wish that i hadn't spent the effort :wink:
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#6 PostAuthor: Pigford » Mon Aug 25, 2014 1:03 pm

Z1parR wrote:It took me over 12 months to master posting pics on here :oops:

Plenty of people on here wish that i hadn't spent the effort :wink:




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