Lovely information, I'll let you know how I get on with some before and after pictures.
Thanks again for the input everyone, helpful as always. |
Originally Posted by gav86
The only issue I can see is because I've peeled off the aluminium face, the cap isn't as big as it used to be so removing with a screwdriver without taking the wheel off is slightly more tricky(there is no longer a lip between the cap and the wheel)
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Originally Posted by richmc
(Post 23973851)
Originally Posted by Dillon_93' timestamp='1463961060' post='23973694
[quote name='MonkeyShoulder' timestamp='1463949765' post='23973602']
The centre caps on mine were in a right state (2008). Took them out, removed the metallic layer, cleaned up the plastic cap that remained, ordered stickers from StickerDude, carefully stuck them on, hey presto, just like new :drool: OK if your fingers are too tired - https://www.s2ki.com/s2000/topic/104...#entry23958207 http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/4-x-Red-Ho...-/261433818419 Took me all of 30 seconds, I'm back off to bed for a rest now! [/quote] Haha in my defence I did put sticker dude in eBay and nothing came up for me. |
Looks like all the replies have given you all the info you need.
Just a quick tip though, after you've removed the metallic layer, clean and lightly sand the plastic face of the centre cap to produce an unblemished surface, otherwise the finish won't be as perfect as it could be when you put the sticker on. Also,as Gav86 has done, you can spray the cap before putting the sticker on, then spray lacquer over the top. This will add the finishing touch. I haven't done either, kinda wish I did, but still very happy with the results. ;) |
Originally Posted by fatbaldboy
(Post 23973856)
Is there a link to 'blank' centre caps that we can use as blank canvases?
At that price I bought them to play around with without destroying the originals. They came out quite well, but need sanding before applying the foil to ensure they are really flat. The sticker man on eBay will print the Honda logos to whatever size you want if you drop him a line, I asked for 60 mm wide by 49 mm high across the outer frame which is what I measured my OEM caps to be. |
Originally Posted by mcrossley
(Post 23980216)
Originally Posted by fatbaldboy' timestamp='1463986228' post='23973856
Is there a link to 'blank' centre caps that we can use as blank canvases?
At that price I bought them to play around with without destroying the originals. They came out quite well, but need sanding before applying the foil to ensure they are really flat. The sticker man on eBay will print the Honda logos to whatever size you want if you drop him a line, I asked for 60 mm wide by 49 mm high across the outer frame which is what I measured my OEM caps to be. |
Originally Posted by fullleather
(Post 23980218)
Is that Patrick McGoohan?
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Not meaning to throw this thread off direction, just to say he was a brilliant actor, his face when he see's his portrait in 'Escape from Alcatraz' ;)
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Yes, I enjoyed many of his appearances, he directed and appeared in quite a few Columbo episodes too. To bring this back to something slightly car related... The Lotus 7 in The Prisoner opening title sequence (reg. KAR 120C iirc) made an impression on my youthful self and inspired me to build a Caterham once I had the ability.
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Originally Posted by mcrossley
(Post 23980216)
Originally Posted by fatbaldboy' timestamp='1463986228' post='23973856
Is there a link to 'blank' centre caps that we can use as blank canvases?
At that price I bought them to play around with without destroying the originals. They came out quite well, but need sanding before applying the foil to ensure they are really flat. The sticker man on eBay will print the Honda logos to whatever size you want if you drop him a line, I asked for 60 mm wide by 49 mm high across the outer frame which is what I measured my OEM caps to be. |
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