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Old 01-08-2019, 01:51 PM
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Default Deuce valve cover flag decal install

hi guys

need help again please..........

had my deuce LT1 valve covers "vapour honed"

i have an NOS cross flags decal for them....and am now going to re-install the decal on the valve cover

what is the best product to secure/ glue it to the valve cover?
i dont want it to come off when the covers get hot

thanks so very much

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Old 01-08-2019, 05:32 PM
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Default Duece valve cover flag decal install

I would use a clear silicone adhesive self-vulcanized gasketing material. What is vapor honed? Is it like steam cleaned? Don.
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Old 01-08-2019, 06:05 PM
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I would use a clear silicone adhesive self-vulcanized gasketing material. What is vapor honed? Is it like steam cleaned? Don.
Maybe this?
http://www.vaporblastcanada.com/

https://www.vaporblastingequipment.c...asting-process
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Chris - I've used simple 5-min epoxy with excellent results and still "stuck" after many years.
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vapor honed is the new kick word..its incredible...the collector motorcycle guys have been doing if for a long time..it really is phenomenal..its still sandblasting..but with water and diff materials..ive been talking about here on the forum for a little bit...its the sh!t
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I too have had this done recently.It's really incredible.

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The 2 part epoxy works excellent
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thank you marlin

really appreciate it
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I'm thinkin every restoration shop needs one of those setups. Pretty cool.
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i think so too, but theres none in Kansas City, ive searched

could be cost..6-10k for a set up and that a hobby type piece..i cant imagine industrial
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