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ReDecalling Pins - Getataway Decals - Pheonix aracade

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Anonymous
August 31, 2005 4:05:21 AM

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Hi All,

I have finally got my collection so that it is not on a continuous rotating
basis and I'm down too all the keepers.

I'm starting to clean up the machines.

Got a HS2, FT, RS, WCS94, WH20. Also got a sit down Racer - Daytona 2 USA PE

Just got done totally going over a Daytona 2 USA Power Edition sit down
racer. Completely gutted and cleaned everthing. Replaced the rubber
diamond plate floorboard with marine grade black carpet and all the hardware
with shiny new stainless stuff. Even thinking about installing a custom
racing seat.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewIte...
(Overall it looks realy sweet right now)

So now onto the next machine

I've got a getaway that is really nice condition, (with the exception of the
normal faded cabinet decals)

I saw Pheonix Aracade selling decals.

Is this a BIG job to redecal? (take apart, sanding, priming, clarcoat,
re-decal)

I've done the take apart (about 20 times) so I know what is invloved there.
All of my games need to come apart before they make the trip too the 3rd
floor gameroom and then back together again..

How much work is involved in the re-decal process once the game is apart for
a first timer?
(10 HRS, 20HRS More?)

How easy is it to 'mess up' during the acutal decalling (bubbles, tears,
rips, misalligment)?

I've read the redo guide on Robert Winters site. Just trying to make the
following determinations

1) Is it 'worth it' (for a getwaway - I know a SS or MM would be a better
return on time and investment)
2) How much effort is invloved.
3) Should I just leave it and learn to either live with the fade or just not
look at it?

All feedback appreciated from those that have either done this successfully
or others who have had a 'major mishap' in the middle of the process.

Also any tips for decalling wannabe newbies appreciated.

Anyone done it and given the hindsight would you do it again or just live
with the fading 'as is'

Thanks
Bob Presutti

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August 31, 2005 4:05:22 AM

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I just finished with my Getaway decal job and it wasnt bad at all. I
repainted my Bally Star Trek and it was a nightmare compared to this.
I sanded my cab smooth, bondo, and painted the cab white to seal it. I
painted the edges black and put on my decals.
I used the wet method and had no problems. Ive done it in less than a
week.
Email me if you want pics.
Anonymous
August 31, 2005 4:05:22 AM

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Hi Bob,

Yep, it's a significant amount of time and work. But, it's worth it
(in my opinion). Also, the good news is that it's not rocket
science....just elbow grease and, like Ben mentioned, a good 40+ hours
of time to do it right. Luckily, most of the decals out there
(Phoenix, IPB, etc.) are top-notch. Once you're done, you'll have a
gorgeous game.

Ben
August 31, 2005 8:47:44 AM

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On Wed, 31 Aug 2005 00:05:21 -0400, "skidog"
<rpresuttiUNMUNGE@bellsouth.net> wrote:

>Is this a BIG job to redecal? (take apart, sanding, priming, clarcoat,
>re-decal)

In a word, yes! To do it right expect to put 40-60 (or more) hours
into it.

>How easy is it to 'mess up' during the acutal decalling (bubbles, tears,
>rips, misalligment)?

Pretty easy but if you're careful you can reduce the chances. You did
the right thing looking at Robert Winters' site... great info there
and was basically how I did my Creature.

>1) Is it 'worth it' (for a getwaway - I know a SS or MM would be a better
>return on time and investment)

IMO it's always worth the effort, especially if it's a keeper. You
will love the results.

>2) How much effort is invloved.

See above. A lot. But a great learning experience and I found it
enjoyable/relaxing.

>3) Should I just leave it and learn to either live with the fade or just not
>look at it?

Totally up to you. Personally fade is one of the biggest detractors
for me. For a game I was going to keep putting on decals would be a
no brainer.

My Creech wasn't faded but yes, I would do it again. Well worth the
end result.

Great questions, you're definitely on your way. Good luck, and have
fun!
!