Has anyone got pictures to share of Studebakers that have been wrapped with vinyl? I'm mostly interested in solid colors and not splashy graphics, but any photos would be interesting. I'm considering it a more cost effective solution for refinishing my car than paint. A $3000 paint job is out of the question (or even a $2000 paint job). I'd love to have a shiny car for a change.
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If the color is OK, but just not shiny, how about future floor wax? It's not wax at all, but actually a clear acrylic paint that you can apply with a sponge or a brush. You can test it on a small part of the car first.
BTW, thanks for spelling "shiny" correctly. Too many folks think the word is "shinny."RadioRoy, specializing in AM/FM conversions with auxiliary inputs for iPod/satellite/CD player. In the old car radio business since 1985.
10G-C1 - 51 Champion starlight coupe
4H-K5 - 53 Commander starliner hardtop
5H-D5 - 54 Commander Conestoga wagon
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Originally posted by RadioRoy View PostIf the color is OK, but just not shiny, how about future floor wax? It's not wax at all, but actually a clear acrylic paint that you can apply with a sponge or a brush. You can test it on a small part of the car first.
BTW, thanks for spelling "shiny" correctly. Too many folks think the word is "shinny.""Madness...is the exception in individuals, but the rule in groups" - Nietzsche.
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I believe the tried and true CASO paint job is done with some rolls of masking tape, a gallon of Rustoleum, a can of paint thinner for cleanup, and a selection of various width sponge paint rollers. Should be under $100.Gary Ash
Dartmouth, Mass.
'32 Indy car replica (in progress)
’41 Commander Land Cruiser
'48 M5
'65 Wagonaire Commander
'63 Wagonaire Standard
web site at http://www.studegarage.com
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Originally posted by StudeRich View PostI have never seen a "Wrapped" Studebaker, there very well may not be any.
Here is what our 2000 Ford E-350 looks like in a Semi to Med. Gloss White Wrap.
[ATTACH=CONFIG]55713[/ATTACH]"Madness...is the exception in individuals, but the rule in groups" - Nietzsche.
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Scott, when we had our trucking business, my older brother took care of our decal and graphics applications. Therefore, I'm not qualified to comment from a "first-hand" experienced knowledge of having this done. However, besides commercial vehicles, buses, race cars, etc., large vinyl graphics are frequently used on motor homes and other RV trailers.
Perhaps, you could check for local businesses that service those vinyl wrap needs, in order to gain insight and knowledge of what it would take. Like a lot of processes, the vinyl wrap method has improved over time, and just might be something feasible that was not available a few years ago.John Clary
Greer, SC
SDC member since 1975
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Originally posted by StudeRich View PostI have never seen a "Wrapped" Studebaker, there very well may not be any.
Here is what our 2000 Ford E-350 looks like in a Semi to Med. Gloss White Wrap.
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Here's a good example of something done on an older car. http://cityscoop.us/bellevuewa-signa...or-seattle-wa/"Madness...is the exception in individuals, but the rule in groups" - Nietzsche.
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Originally posted by Scott View PostDo you mind me asking about how long it took to do the job and roughly what the cost was?
Originally posted by r1lark View PostDidn't know you had a U-Haul franchise, Rich!
U-Haul? What U-Haul, maybe I happen to LIKE A&W Root Beer ORANGE!!StudeRich
Second Generation Stude Driver,
Proud '54 Starliner Owner
SDC Member Since 1967
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Some 44 years ago in Minneapolis there was an MGA roadster with the body completely covered with indoor/outdoor carpeting tiles. It bore California plates (a wondrous thing in Minnesota) and must have gotten a lot heavier when it rained.RadioRoy, specializing in AM/FM conversions with auxiliary inputs for iPod/satellite/CD player. In the old car radio business since 1985.
10G-C1 - 51 Champion starlight coupe
4H-K5 - 53 Commander starliner hardtop
5H-D5 - 54 Commander Conestoga wagon
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