[Verdoro 68]

Reposting here from my lobby thread on better decals. Does anyone happen to have an OEM SD valve cover decal to reference? I'm working on reproductions that use the correct brushed grain direction, fonts and dotted lines. I ran a small test batch, but think I've got a little more tweaking to do in terms of the color and transparency of the red. I'm also curious about what appears to be embossing on the orignals.

Original example:


My prototype:



My prototype vs. the existing repro:

[Brewster]

I'll look since I think I have one. Might take a bit since Im not to organized with this stuff.

[71GP76TA]

Not sure if this helps.

[Verdoro 68]

Thanks! Everything helps. The red looks richer and maybe not as transparent as the current repros. The embossing is more prevalent than I expected in your pics. I'm having a really hard time finding a place that can do it, but I think it's important for an accurate repro. I've been looking into companies that make wine labels and such, but they've all said they can't guarantee they'll withstand under hood heat.

[71GP76TA]

Originally Posted by Verdoro 68

Thanks! Everything helps. The red looks richer and maybe not as transparent as the current repros. The embossing is more prevalent than I expected in your pics. I'm having a really hard time finding a place that can do it, but I think it's important for an accurate repro. I've been looking into companies that make wine labels and such, but they've all said they can't guarantee they'll withstand under hood heat.

Not sure how much has discolored. Its been stuck to that valve cover 51 years.

When I put new valve cover gaskets on it a few years ago... I had to restrain myself from repainting the valve covers.

[TimsTA]

Good to see someone fixing the Conical “Despressions” mistake!😉

[Verdoro 68]

I have about 25 decals from the small test run. Happy to send a few out to contrast and compare to the originals. Just drop me a message.

[KAINSEL]

MCACN had stunning ascot silver '73 SD Formula 4 spd displayed by Level One Restorations. Anyone know history of this car? Owned by forum member? 1 of 1 in that color of the 10 manuals built

[muscle_collector]

Originally Posted by KAINSEL

MCACN had stunning ascot silver '73 SD Formula 4 spd displayed by Level One Restorations. Anyone know history of this car? Owned by forum member? 1 of 1 in that color of the 10 manuals built

been in dallas for many years. i tried to buy it from the guy over 30 years ago and everytime we had a deal he backed out. he did the same with a good friend of mine also.

[Baron Von Zeppelin]

PY member in TX owned it a while and has talked about it on here before.
He had a 73 TA SD 4spd also iirc.

Not sure how long ago he sold the Formula , but think it has been quite a while.
It probably belongs to the collector in Washington State named Phil , if it is a Level One restoration.

[SD455DJ]

Owned by Phil Mitchell in Washington state. Myself, Dan, and Jeff Denison judged the Formula at MCACN. Very nice restoration by Level One.

Dennis

[bluebird455]

Not too sure about this one. What you guys think.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/276990279562

[Tellyshavilli]

Originally Posted by muscle_collector

been in dallas for many years. i tried to buy it from the guy over 30 years ago and everytime we had a deal he backed out. he did the same with a good friend of mine also.

Yes, he was a pro at backing out of deals

[bluebird455]

High bid $70K, way too low, only a few bidders. No sale, Too much Uncertainty in the Market nowadays?
Good looking car, and it showed well, but $70k is laughable. we may be getting into a buyers market pretty soon.

[Baron Von Zeppelin]

Originally Posted by bluebird455

High bid $70K, way too low, only a few bidders. No sale, Too much Uncertainty in the Market nowadays?
Good looking car, and it showed well, but $70k is laughable. we may be getting into a buyers market pretty soon.

He said it was a dismal auction.
But he is in that vicinity and went for it.

I approximated it would do in the 90k range being so fresh and intact.
The underbelly color does look light in that picture, hopefully that is more digital than actual.

[Brewster]

I know this is like a dead thread but really, two pictures of a paint job to reflect on a restoration. Sorry to see this thread isnt active as it once was, sad. Cheers boys!

[Transamric]

Originally Posted by Brewster

I know this is like a dead thread but really, two pictures of a paint job to reflect on a restoration. Sorry to see this thread isnt active as it once was, sad. Cheers boys!

"I feel your pain"!

[Held for Ransom]

Originally Posted by Brewster

I know this is like a dead thread but really, two pictures of a paint job to reflect on a restoration. Sorry to see this thread isnt active as it once was, sad. Cheers boys!

I think Gary is still working on it...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Awos5HWa9k
https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid...60276782802543

[KAINSEL]

1974 four speed sold yesterday at Mecum
https://www.mecum.com/lots/1141559/1...aa_id=667805-0

[Brewster]

Yeah, I saw the 74 brought good coin but personally not knowing the car I have no input. Gary, has some great cars in his line up and will keep an eye on them. Thanks, Mike!