wagon wheel, spray paint, vinyl plotter
May 5, 2014 | 11:32 AM
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Burning Brakes
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wagon wheel, spray paint, vinyl plotter
I use wagon wheels for my slicks. They are cheep and easy to find.
But we all know they are ugly.
I spent a little time with a can of spray paint, and a vinyl cutter.
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May 5, 2014 | 11:39 AM
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Definitely an improvement!!
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May 5, 2014 | 12:18 PM
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I like them. An improvement that cost little money. Post some pics when you get them on the car.
May 5, 2014 | 01:55 PM
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Looks pretty darn good. Nicely done.
May 5, 2014 | 05:55 PM
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May 5, 2014 | 06:04 PM
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Way better than I expected!
May 5, 2014 | 06:13 PM
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May 5, 2014 | 06:14 PM
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I wonder what silver with gunmetal inserts would look like. There are endless possibilities. If I had the wagon wheels I would do it.
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May 5, 2014 | 06:16 PM
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Burning Brakes
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the gold is not for everyone, but i have a bowling green car with gold graphics.
Gold works for me.
I think silver and gun metal would be better for most people.
May 5, 2014 | 07:50 PM
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If you squint a bit, it almost makes the wagon wheels look sporty!
May 12, 2014 | 11:15 AM
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I like them. An improvement that cost little money. Post some pics when you get them on the car.
May 12, 2014 | 11:54 AM
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Nice. They sure don't look like wagon wheels anymore.
May 12, 2014 | 07:36 PM
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I found vinyl material at "Hobby Lobby" that is for exterior use. It is flat black and seems to be O.K. so far. $1.29 per sheet and 3 sheets will do all 4 wheels with a few just in case one makes a mistake. Patience and an Exacto knife is all you need.
May 12, 2014 | 07:42 PM
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Think you could send me the cut path you used for these for your plotter? I have access to a vinyl cutter and black vinyl at work. I could even make some extras if people like if they want to cover what it'll cost me.
May 12, 2014 | 07:43 PM
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May 12, 2014 | 08:44 PM
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