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Post by clyde on Mar 12, 2017 14:10:43 GMT
My Lambert Grand Prix desires a respray. Seeking decals.
Thanks in advance for any advice!
Clyde Putman.
Dallas, TX, USA
cpdallastx@hotmail.com
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Jem
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Post by Jem on Mar 12, 2017 19:32:22 GMT
Hi there Clyde, welcome to the forum. I don't realistically see anyone stocking those (either NOS or repro), but there is always the option of someone making them up for you from a fairly high quality image of the original. (and measurements). There is probably a picture or two on this forum but following a quick search, I have drawn a blank. People have recently spoken very highly of this company in the US- www.velocals.comI know they stock Viscount decals (and maybe have a 'Grand Prix' model one?) Good luck - others may be of more help
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Post by oldroadietehachapi on Mar 12, 2017 20:13:50 GMT
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robt
Viscount
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Post by robt on Mar 12, 2017 21:58:17 GMT
If you're in the USA, I'd recommend Velocals to you without a moment's hesitation. (Postage to the UK can add to the already substantial cost.) Velocals made up two sets of decals for me, and were happy to modify their existing Viscount artwork to produce a 'non-standard' model's top tube decal from a screen shot I sent them. They were also happy to discuss (by email) exactly what shade of gold I wanted for the surround to my headtube & downtube badges and downtube demarcation strips (see pics below). Well, if you're going to do something, you might as well do it right! Velocals' finished quality is superb, and the decals come with comprehensive application instructions. At the moment, they are offering a 20% discount on orders over $45, which could allow you to 'upgrade' from 2-mil to the thinner 1-mil vinyl decals for a smaller premium than usual. While I'm sure that the 2-mil versions are great, if you apply the 1-mil decals to your resprayed frame before the lacquer coats go on, the edges of the decals are virtually undetectable under the lacquer. Note: if you do this, Velocals suggest you should ask your painter to leave the base coat to dry for 5-7 days before applying the decals, or you risk getting tiny bubbles of evaporating solvent trapped under the decal. I hope this isn't too much obsessive detail for you . Untitled by RMT@261, on Flickr IMG_4472 by RMT@261, on Flickr
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Post by clyde on Mar 13, 2017 0:17:31 GMT
VeloCals does EXQUISITE work!! I actually provided Viscount decals removed from a trashed frame for them to create most of the Viscount decals they have available. If there isn't anything already available for Lambert, I want them to do it again. It would be great to have Lambert decals available from the same place as Viscount.
Cheers from across the pond! -Clyde Putman
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Post by bicyclebits on Mar 13, 2017 19:47:59 GMT
clyde-
I would recommend Velocals as well.They did a terrific job on a set of Bertin C 37 decals including mixing decal sheet offerings to get me exactly what I needed. My frame painter was very pleased with the application, as well.
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Post by busaste on Mar 18, 2017 17:06:07 GMT
My Lambert Grand Prix desires a respray. Seeking decals. Thanks in advance for any advice! Clyde Putman. Dallas, TX, USA cpdallastx@hotmail.com Check these on ebay: cpdallastx@hotmail.com Sent you an email. Cheers Steve
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Post by busaste on Mar 18, 2017 17:13:28 GMT
My Lambert Grand Prix desires a respray. Seeking decals. Thanks in advance for any advice! Clyde Putman. Dallas, TX, USA cpdallastx@hotmail.com Check these on ebay: cpdallastx@hotmail.com Sent you an email. Cheers Steve Now then, let's put the correct eBay link on shall we www.ebay.co.uk/itm/142315710097?ul_noapp=trueCheers Steve
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Post by blackwizard on Oct 7, 2017 6:19:53 GMT
Hi Clyde, I'm doing a restoration on a Lambert and also need the decals.........did you ever manage to sort any? Like is suggested in the thread I'm thinking of trying to get them recreated but am struggling to find any half decide to images of the originals so would be interested in knowing if you got anywhere.
Nick
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Post by clyde on Oct 7, 2017 10:57:41 GMT
Velocals now has them!
When I could not find any, I contacted Velocals to get a custom set. Turns out they were already making the patterns for another customer! I am quite pleased with them.
Send us all pics when you get your Lambert finished!
-Cp.
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