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ChevykidHB · 10-22-2013, 10:43 PM

Hey guys long story short got ahold of an oem emblem but the blue color is gone and it has a crack. Any recommendations on how and if i should go about restoring it? IE some acrylic on the back and paint? Im trying to put up pics but i dont know if they'll come through on the iphone. Thanks in advance from so cal

SKELLY4x4 · 10-22-2013, 11:44 PM

Not to be a smart ass but personally I would buy a new one and keep that one in the glovebox. Brothers, lmc, etc. good luck!

**leddzepp** · 10-22-2013, 11:55 PM

Welcome to the board! I agree, you live right next door to Classic Industries, head on down there and buy a new one.

bobs409 · 10-23-2013, 06:28 AM

Just so you know, my repro emblem lost mostly all of it's blue in a very short time. (as well as pitted!) My truck lives outside though.

Just a heads up.

yuccales · 10-23-2013, 07:26 AM

That's such a tease. Where's the pics of the rest of the truck?

73737373 · 10-23-2013, 10:55 AM

Recommend you buy a new one or search for one in better condition at a swap meet. There's plenty of them out there. I picked up one at the swap meet in Chickasha, OK last weekend for $15. It's pristine. Repros are about twice that amount, if not more.

ChevykidHB · 10-23-2013, 01:06 PM

Yeah i figured thanks. I live real close to classic as well!

mrein3 · 10-23-2013, 03:09 PM

No. No. No. No. NO!
Original is ALWAYS way better than re-pop.
I restored mine but don't have any pictures handy.

First CAREFULLY bend the pot metal ears holding the once blue center in place. You WILL break some but that's ok you don't need them all and nobody will ever know.

ANY medium blue, metallic spray bomb "automotive touch up" spray can will work for the center. Sand it with care then give it a coat or two of a light color spray bomb primer then top coat with the medium blue metallic spray bomb.

The outer part can be chrome polished on the chrome and plastic polish the plastic the best you can.

The only way anybody will know you didn't buy a new re-pop is 5-10 years from now when your restored OEM emblem doesn't have peeling chrome and yellow plastic

73737373 · 10-23-2013, 03:34 PM

mrein3,

No argument on the benefits of restoring over buying a reproduced one, if the old one is in restorable condition. Given the picture provided, that piece is not restorable and will only detract from the vehicle's appearance, especially if they do a quality repaint. The cracks in the plastic are not repairable and no amount of chrome polish will remove the pitting in the chrome.

Note: 00000 grit steel wool works wonders on old chrome/stainless. Wet sanding and buffing plastic will restore it to like new clarity.

swamp rat · 10-23-2013, 07:12 PM

Never tried it before on the surface of an emblem but maybe a can of Blue Stained glass paint? I used red once on the inside of a tail light lens to make it darker on one of my motorcycles, the more you coat it the darker it gets...

Mr Handy · 10-23-2013, 07:46 PM

I made myself an emblem out of rosewood for my 70. I may modify and make a new one. I am also considering making c/10 logos out of rosewood to match...

But then again I am a woodworker.

bobs409 · 10-24-2013, 06:53 AM

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Originally Posted by swamp rat

Never tried it before on the surface of an emblem but maybe a can of Blue Stained glass paint? I used red once on the inside of a tail light lens to make it darker on one of my motorcycles, the more you coat it the darker it gets...

swamp rat! I think you just gave me the answer on how to make my clear roof marker lenses orange! I've been looking for a way to do it.

I have the hockey puck style and they are only available NOS for alot of money so I put on some 3.95 repro stepside back up light lenses which were a perfect fit, only clear of course.

Now, to find a can of this stained glass paint!

swamp rat · 10-24-2013, 01:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bobs409

swamp rat! I think you just gave me the answer on how to make my clear roof marker lenses orange! I've been looking for a way to do it.

I have the hockey puck style and they are only available NOS for alot of money so I put on some 3.95 repro stepside back up light lenses which were a perfect fit, only clear of course.

Now, to find a can of this stained glass paint!

Hobby and craft store's usually carry it. I think the outside will still look a bit clear tho, maybe try one on the outside? Just a thought

bobs409 · 10-25-2013, 06:53 AM

I'll do some testing on a scrap lens first. I was thinking I might have to spray the outside with the amber color and a coat of clear over that to protect it.

Truck will live in a garage so should last.

Thanks,

10-22-2013, 10:43 PM	#1
ChevykidHB Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Huntington Beach, California Posts: 18	1970 chevy emblem Hey guys long story short got ahold of an oem emblem but the blue color is gone and it has a crack. Any recommendations on how and if i should go about restoring it? IE some acrylic on the back and paint? Im trying to put up pics but i dont know if they'll come through on the iphone. Thanks in advance from so cal Attached Images

10-22-2013, 11:44 PM	#2
SKELLY4x4 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: RAMONA, CA, USA Posts: 94	Re: 1970 chevy emblem Not to be a smart ass but personally I would buy a new one and keep that one in the glovebox. Brothers, lmc, etc. good luck! __________________ 1972 chevy k20 long bed 4x4 1990 chevy K5 blazer 2001 chevy 2500 hd 4x4 1999 chevy 1500 4x4

10-22-2013, 11:55 PM	#3
leddzepp Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Southern Cal Posts: 20,058	Re: 1970 chevy emblem Welcome to the board! I agree, you live right next door to Classic Industries, head on down there and buy a new one. __________________ 1972 C/10 Cheyenne Super SWB. Restored, loaded, slammed. 1968 C/10 50th Anniversary LWB. Unrestored, stock, daily driver/work truck. RIP ElJay RIP 67ChevyRedneck RIP Grumpy Old Man RIP FleetsidePaul

10-23-2013, 06:28 AM	#4
bobs409 1969 Custom 30 wrecker Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Pottsville, Pa Posts: 2,611	Re: 1970 chevy emblem Just so you know, my repro emblem lost mostly all of it's blue in a very short time. (as well as pitted!) My truck lives outside though. Just a heads up. __________________ Bob 63 Impala 283/PG/3.36 (under restoration) 66 Impala 327/PG/3.36 66 Chevelle SS 409/M22/3.55 69 Chevelle 307/PG/3.08 (future restoration) 69 C10 short stepside 454/TH350/3.73 69 Custom 30 tow truck 350/4 spd/4.10 (resto done, CRUISIN TIME!) 71 Cheyenne 20 fleetside 350/4 spd/4.10 71 Chevelle 6/PG/3.08 72 Chevelle 454/M21/4.10

10-23-2013, 07:26 AM	#5
yuccales Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Northern Calif. Posts: 3,786	Re: 1970 chevy emblem That's such a tease. Where's the pics of the rest of the truck?

10-23-2013, 10:55 AM	#6
73737373 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Oklahoma USA Posts: 1,000	Re: 1970 chevy emblem Recommend you buy a new one or search for one in better condition at a swap meet. There's plenty of them out there. I picked up one at the swap meet in Chickasha, OK last weekend for $15. It's pristine. Repros are about twice that amount, if not more. __________________ 1968 Custom SWB, 327/3 speed OTC 1969 CST LWB, 402/400 1970 CST LWB, 402/400 1970 Sierra Grande LWB, 350/350 1971 Cheyenne LWB, 350/350 1972 Cheyenne Super LWB, 402/400 1972 Sierra Grande LWB, 402/400 1979 Silverado LWB, 350/350 1984 Suburban 1990 454 SS 1991 Silverado, X-cab, 4.3/5 speed Getrag 2005 Silverado Crew Cab Corvettes: 75, 77, 78, 93, 96

10-23-2013, 01:06 PM	#7
ChevykidHB Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Huntington Beach, California Posts: 18	Re: 1970 chevy emblem Yeah i figured thanks. I live real close to classic as well!

10-23-2013, 03:09 PM	#8
mrein3 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Center City, MN, USA Posts: 3,254	Re: 1970 chevy emblem No. No. No. No. NO! Original is ALWAYS way better than re-pop. I restored mine but don't have any pictures handy. First CAREFULLY bend the pot metal ears holding the once blue center in place. You WILL break some but that's ok you don't need them all and nobody will ever know. ANY medium blue, metallic spray bomb "automotive touch up" spray can will work for the center. Sand it with care then give it a coat or two of a light color spray bomb primer then top coat with the medium blue metallic spray bomb. The outer part can be chrome polished on the chrome and plastic polish the plastic the best you can. The only way anybody will know you didn't buy a new re-pop is 5-10 years from now when your restored OEM emblem doesn't have peeling chrome and yellow plastic __________________ '70 cab, '71 chassis, 383, TH350, NP205. '71 Malibu convertible '72 Malibu hard top Center City, MN

10-23-2013, 03:34 PM	#9
73737373 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Oklahoma USA Posts: 1,000	Re: 1970 chevy emblem mrein3, No argument on the benefits of restoring over buying a reproduced one, if the old one is in restorable condition. Given the picture provided, that piece is not restorable and will only detract from the vehicle's appearance, especially if they do a quality repaint. The cracks in the plastic are not repairable and no amount of chrome polish will remove the pitting in the chrome. Note: 00000 grit steel wool works wonders on old chrome/stainless. Wet sanding and buffing plastic will restore it to like new clarity. __________________ 1968 Custom SWB, 327/3 speed OTC 1969 CST LWB, 402/400 1970 CST LWB, 402/400 1970 Sierra Grande LWB, 350/350 1971 Cheyenne LWB, 350/350 1972 Cheyenne Super LWB, 402/400 1972 Sierra Grande LWB, 402/400 1979 Silverado LWB, 350/350 1984 Suburban 1990 454 SS 1991 Silverado, X-cab, 4.3/5 speed Getrag 2005 Silverado Crew Cab Corvettes: 75, 77, 78, 93, 96

10-23-2013, 07:12 PM	#10
swamp rat Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Spanaway Posts: 8,451	Re: 1970 chevy emblem Never tried it before on the surface of an emblem but maybe a can of Blue Stained glass paint? I used red once on the inside of a tail light lens to make it darker on one of my motorcycles, the more you coat it the darker it gets... Attached Images __________________ Mike. Swamp Rat build thread : http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=595019 72 3/4T 4X4 4" BDS Lift 33" BFG's

10-23-2013, 07:46 PM	#11
Mr Handy Registered User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Spring Hill, Florida Posts: 465	Re: 1970 chevy emblem I made myself an emblem out of rosewood for my 70. I may modify and make a new one. I am also considering making c/10 logos out of rosewood to match... But then again I am a woodworker.

10-25-2013, 06:53 AM	#14
bobs409 1969 Custom 30 wrecker Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Pottsville, Pa Posts: 2,611	Re: 1970 chevy emblem I'll do some testing on a scrap lens first. I was thinking I might have to spray the outside with the amber color and a coat of clear over that to protect it. Truck will live in a garage so should last. Thanks, __________________ Bob 63 Impala 283/PG/3.36 (under restoration) 66 Impala 327/PG/3.36 66 Chevelle SS 409/M22/3.55 69 Chevelle 307/PG/3.08 (future restoration) 69 C10 short stepside 454/TH350/3.73 69 Custom 30 tow truck 350/4 spd/4.10 (resto done, CRUISIN TIME!) 71 Cheyenne 20 fleetside 350/4 spd/4.10 71 Chevelle 6/PG/3.08 72 Chevelle 454/M21/4.10



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