Silly request - Woodgrain bezel overlay - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

BigMike · 08-27-2006, 10:23 PM

Hey guys...Some of you may know that I am wanting to smooth out the rough finish of my bezel, the part that is black. I have debated sanding it, filing it with high build primer or a self leveling epoxy. I think Longhorn Man has suggested getting the woodgrail overlay and painting it. I think instead of ruining a woodgrail overlay, I could just use it as a pattern. I would go to Home Depot and get some thin lexan and use the woodgrain overlay as a pattern, then paint the lexan the color of my truck. I can use an epoxy to adhere it to the bezel (thought of double sided 3M red tape, but it would be too thick). I would make sure it fit perfectly before assembling it as not to ruin my bezel if it is not a perfect fit.

SO, anyone have an old woodgrain bezel OR a template that they had made that I could get from them or know where I can get one inexpensively?

Thanks,

Mike

hgs_notes · 08-28-2006, 10:46 AM

Instead of buying one for a pattern, make your own pattern. You put tissue paper over the bezel and use a lead pencil to make a rubbing of it. Cut out the tissue and test the fit. Adjust as necessary and wah law, a pattern. I've done this for making gaskets.

HG

70c10 · 08-28-2006, 01:04 PM

Mike, I have used duct tape in the past. Overlap the strips for strength. Use an x-acto to trim the edge and holes. When you are done, it will peel off and stay together!. I have done it before a few times and it's easy to do. Good luck!

BigMike · 08-28-2006, 01:28 PM

Thanks guys for the ideas. I have a bunch of different sized transfer tape that I use with my vinyl plotter. I used a single sheet of 11" tape and it worked pretty well to cover it. I then traced it out and wil pick up some lexan tonight and give it a try.

Mike

Longhorn Man · 08-28-2006, 03:35 PM

I'd think the lexan would be more expensive, and too thick. Let us know how it works out.

**N2TRUX** · 08-28-2006, 07:20 PM

BTW- If you do use Lexan make sure that's what you buy. There is a big difference between Lexan and Plexi-Glas

BigMike · 08-28-2006, 07:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by N2TRUX

BTW- If you do use Lexan make sure that's what you buy. There is a big difference between Lexan and Plexi-Glas

10/4! I work with Lexan all the time and you are right, there is a big difference between the two. My Home Depot (or at least the one I consider mine as I have paid enough to them to fund their new expansion) has several different thickness choices. I am going to go with the thinnest piece I can get. I am also debating on painting the inside so the lexan would act as the clear coat (just like the RC Car Bodies I paint).

I'll let you guys know how I make out.

Mike

chevybill · 09-02-2006, 10:55 PM

well, big.mike any progress?

BigMike · 09-03-2006, 12:44 AM

I have not had a chance to work on it here lately. I will try to get something going here soon on it though and post my progress.

Mike

**special-K** · 09-03-2006, 08:41 AM

I`m going to a crafts store and getting Decoupage.It`s resin that flows to level.Like on a bar where they have coins or pictures encapsuled under the finish.It will flow to the bezels and dry smooth and flat.You could paint first or on top of it.I`m going to paint over it.

08-27-2006, 10:23 PM	#1
BigMike Registered User Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Rancho Santa Margarita - SoCal Posts: 1,432	Silly request - Woodgrain bezel overlay Hey guys...Some of you may know that I am wanting to smooth out the rough finish of my bezel, the part that is black. I have debated sanding it, filing it with high build primer or a self leveling epoxy. I think Longhorn Man has suggested getting the woodgrail overlay and painting it. I think instead of ruining a woodgrail overlay, I could just use it as a pattern. I would go to Home Depot and get some thin lexan and use the woodgrain overlay as a pattern, then paint the lexan the color of my truck. I can use an epoxy to adhere it to the bezel (thought of double sided 3M red tape, but it would be too thick). I would make sure it fit perfectly before assembling it as not to ruin my bezel if it is not a perfect fit. SO, anyone have an old woodgrain bezel OR a template that they had made that I could get from them or know where I can get one inexpensively? Thanks, Mike __________________ Mike My 69 SWB Project Father/Son 72 Nova Project My Airbrushed RC Car Bodies Last edited by BigMike; 08-27-2006 at 10:24 PM.

08-28-2006, 10:46 AM	#2
hgs_notes GEARHEAD Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: MN Posts: 6,126	Re: Silly request - Woodgrain bezel overlay Instead of buying one for a pattern, make your own pattern. You put tissue paper over the bezel and use a lead pencil to make a rubbing of it. Cut out the tissue and test the fit. Adjust as necessary and wah law, a pattern. I've done this for making gaskets. HG __________________ If no one knows what you're doing, they can't tell you you're doing it wrong HG's Dream Car Build - Shelby Cobra Kit Build your own adjustable track bar 71 Long Fleet C/10 72 Jimmy 4x4 (Junkyard Jimmy) HG's Plow Truck '78 K35 Dually Bigass Farm Truck HG's thread of miscellaneous stuff

08-28-2006, 01:04 PM	#3
70c10 67-72 Addict! Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: The TAX State! Posts: 7,857	Re: Silly request - Woodgrain bezel overlay Mike, I have used duct tape in the past. Overlap the strips for strength. Use an x-acto to trim the edge and holes. When you are done, it will peel off and stay together!. I have done it before a few times and it's easy to do. Good luck! __________________ Jim 1970 C/10 Fleetside w/Ghost Flames Lowered 4.5" front and 4" rear (Raked) 355/350 Turbo w/shift kit 10" Redneck Performance Verter w/2500 stall Hooker Super Comps part#2808-1 Performer RPM Air-Gap 12 Bolt w/3:73 gears- Eaton Posi Comp Cams XE262 with 1.6 Crane Energizers, Road Demon 625 and Brodix IK 180 heads

08-28-2006, 01:28 PM	#4
BigMike Registered User Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Rancho Santa Margarita - SoCal Posts: 1,432	Re: Silly request - Woodgrain bezel overlay Thanks guys for the ideas. I have a bunch of different sized transfer tape that I use with my vinyl plotter. I used a single sheet of 11" tape and it worked pretty well to cover it. I then traced it out and wil pick up some lexan tonight and give it a try. Mike __________________ Mike My 69 SWB Project Father/Son 72 Nova Project My Airbrushed RC Car Bodies

08-28-2006, 03:35 PM	#5
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: Silly request - Woodgrain bezel overlay I'd think the lexan would be more expensive, and too thick. Let us know how it works out.

08-28-2006, 07:20 PM	#6
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Re: Silly request - Woodgrain bezel overlay BTW- If you do use Lexan make sure that's what you buy. There is a big difference between Lexan and Plexi-Glas __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

09-02-2006, 10:55 PM	#8
chevybill Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: calhoun city ms Posts: 940	Re: Silly request - Woodgrain bezel overlay well, big.mike any progress? __________________ ongoing 1970 c 10 lwb 1994 z-28 few mods.-owned since new 1978 vette silver/grey 25th anniv. paint

09-03-2006, 12:44 AM	#9
BigMike Registered User Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Rancho Santa Margarita - SoCal Posts: 1,432	Re: Silly request - Woodgrain bezel overlay I have not had a chance to work on it here lately. I will try to get something going here soon on it though and post my progress. Mike __________________ Mike My 69 SWB Project Father/Son 72 Nova Project My Airbrushed RC Car Bodies

09-03-2006, 08:41 AM	#10
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,852	Re: Silly request - Woodgrain bezel overlay I`m going to a crafts store and getting Decoupage.It`s resin that flows to level.Like on a bar where they have coins or pictures encapsuled under the finish.It will flow to the bezels and dry smooth and flat.You could paint first or on top of it.I`m going to paint over it. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

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