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**dmjlambert** · 10-07-2019, 09:26 PM

Keep searching for somebody who does CNC. Did you write to thehomefoundry yet?

**special-K** · 10-07-2019, 09:33 PM

Or Dual Quad would be cool

Astro-Balls · 10-07-2019, 09:48 PM

Try a company like this that makes challenge coins.
https://www.customadecoins.com/?gcli...SAAEgIKtPD_BwE

**Ironhorse** · 10-07-2019, 09:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dmjlambert

Keep searching for somebody who does CNC. Did you write to thehomefoundry yet?

Have not contacted them yet. Will give them a try and report back here again. The CNC world is something I am not at all familiar with. Care to give the short version of what CNC can accomplish?

**dmjlambert** · 10-07-2019, 09:58 PM

CNC is essentially a robotic router. Much like a 3D printer, except instead of depositing material, it carves out material. Once the emblem is made, if duplicates are wanted, lost wax casting can be used to make duplicates.

**chewychevy67** · 10-08-2019, 12:40 AM

I had a buddy who runs a cnc machine make the custom horn button for my gmc steering wheel so I assume someone with one could make a emblem. This was made from stainless but could use other metals as well he said.

**special-K** · 10-08-2019, 06:34 AM

Saweeet! I still have that other custom horn button you did. And just last weekend sold the N30 wheel I had to restore (along with the '67 Camaro floor shift column it was on). I want to find a better one to restore or buy one already done.

Anyway, back to custom emblems. I'm sure they could be done on a CNC machine.

Andy4639 · 10-08-2019, 11:13 PM

This is a pretty good deal I think.
I didn't see anything about a min order of 50!

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**Getter-Done** · 10-09-2019, 12:18 AM

Several people on the forum have
called Nelly Precision for different projects.
Hart Rod had a speaker cover made that looks awesome.
I am sure he would do a Run of Emblems.
Here is his contact info.
http://www.neelyprecision.com/

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69CST4x4SWB · 10-09-2019, 01:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by davepl

I had these emblems made from scratch, starting with a 3D artist. I've got about $600 into it and and not totally happy, so it's an expensive route...

Here you can see the repro on the left and the original on the right. It'll do until I find a real one, but not perfect.

Not perfect but close enough!

**Ironhorse** · 10-09-2019, 10:33 AM

Looked into the www.pidplates.us a bit further. They attach by an adhesive foiled backing which I am reluctant to do after new paint on my 57. Body of the 57 at rear quarter panel has four small holes for attachment pins which would use an original 14'' long Chevrolet script. Want to pick up on those 4 holes making the custom script removable with little to no damage to the new paint if careful enough in removal. Will continue looking for more options but thanks for the link.

SCOTI · 10-09-2019, 10:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ironhorse

Looked into the www.pidplates.us a bit further. They attach by an adhesive foiled backing which I am reluctant to do after new paint on my 57. Body of the 57 at rear quarter panel has four small holes for attachment pins which would use an original 14'' long Chevrolet script. Want to pick up on those 4 holes making the custom script removable with little to no damage to the new paint if careful enough in removal. Will continue looking for more options but thanks for the link.

How about attaching the 'new' emblem to a base that mounts to the body the way you want? I would investigate a base that can be made using thin enough material w/some studs bonded/tacked on. The studs could use speed nuts or something similar.

Andy4639 · 10-09-2019, 11:28 AM

The emblem could be removed without any damage to the paint if removed right and you could cover the holes with it also. Having a base made could work also as stated above.

**Ironhorse** · 10-09-2019, 11:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SCOTI

How about attaching the 'new' emblem to a base that mounts to the body the way you want? I would investigate a base that can be made using thin enough material w/some studs bonded/tacked on. The studs could use speed nuts or something similar.

Actually what you propose is my alternate / back-up plan. With the script actually engraved within the base plate. Thinking a brushed or polished aluminum or stainless plate with the attaching studs on the back. The original script attaches with studs and barrel nuts. That idea is starting to look more feasible, just not ready yet to give up on the lettered script idea.

**special-K** · 10-10-2019, 07:34 AM

When Harley was selling reproductions of their early emblems to install on the later bikes the emblems were actual reproductions, so could be used as replacements on old bikes mounting the original way. For the new bikes they sold an adhesive mount base as an adapter. It fit within the emblem, couldn't tell

10-07-2019, 09:26 PM	#26
dmjlambert Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 3,859	Re: Custom made emblems? Keep searching for somebody who does CNC. Did you write to thehomefoundry yet?

10-07-2019, 09:33 PM	#27
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Custom made emblems? Or Dual Quad would be cool __________________ "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 ~ Last edited by special-K; 10-08-2019 at 08:56 AM.

10-07-2019, 09:48 PM	#28
Astro-Balls Registered User Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: Nor Cal Posts: 822	Re: Custom made emblems? Try a company like this that makes challenge coins. https://www.customadecoins.com/?gcli...SAAEgIKtPD_BwE __________________ 1968 C20 Fleetside 396 4sp PS PB AC CST . https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RWK8GgWD4uA

10-07-2019, 09:58 PM	#30
dmjlambert Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 3,859	Re: Custom made emblems? CNC is essentially a robotic router. Much like a 3D printer, except instead of depositing material, it carves out material. Once the emblem is made, if duplicates are wanted, lost wax casting can be used to make duplicates. Last edited by dmjlambert; 10-07-2019 at 09:59 PM. Reason: spelling

10-08-2019, 12:40 AM	#31
chewychevy67 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Here Posts: 5,551	Re: Custom made emblems? I had a buddy who runs a cnc machine make the custom horn button for my gmc steering wheel so I assume someone with one could make a emblem. This was made from stainless but could use other metals as well he said. Attached Images

10-08-2019, 06:34 AM	#32
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Custom made emblems? Saweeet! I still have that other custom horn button you did. And just last weekend sold the N30 wheel I had to restore (along with the '67 Camaro floor shift column it was on). I want to find a better one to restore or buy one already done. Anyway, back to custom emblems. I'm sure they could be done on a CNC machine. __________________ "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 ~

10-08-2019, 11:13 PM	#33
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: Custom made emblems? This is a pretty good deal I think. I didn't see anything about a min order of 50! FEATURES Any text, any length 3D chrome plated & free standing 10 year factory warranty Pre spaced & aligned Easy secure online ordering Simple to apply, ships in 48 hours Contact us for: Orders of 5 or more PIDPLATES Orders with more than 21 characters Your CAR Your Business CARD! https://www.pidplates.us/shop/pidplates-lettering/ __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

10-09-2019, 12:18 AM	#34
Getter-Done Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: TN. Posts: 8,409	Re: Custom made emblems? Several people on the forum have called Nelly Precision for different projects. Hart Rod had a speaker cover made that looks awesome. I am sure he would do a Run of Emblems. Here is his contact info. http://www.neelyprecision.com/ . __________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________ 84 Chevy K-20 63 Impala (my high school car) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...Crew Cab Build

10-09-2019, 10:33 AM	#36
Ironhorse Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Wellington, Ks Posts: 10,294	Re: Custom made emblems? Looked into the www.pidplates.us a bit further. They attach by an adhesive foiled backing which I am reluctant to do after new paint on my 57. Body of the 57 at rear quarter panel has four small holes for attachment pins which would use an original 14'' long Chevrolet script. Want to pick up on those 4 holes making the custom script removable with little to no damage to the new paint if careful enough in removal. Will continue looking for more options but thanks for the link. __________________ 1971 Chevy 1/2T 4x4 LWB 350 V-8 Was sm465-now 350TH/np205 Tilt, Tach, Towhooks Original Truck AM/FM Wellington, Ks

10-09-2019, 11:28 AM	#38
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: Custom made emblems? The emblem could be removed without any damage to the paint if removed right and you could cover the holes with it also. Having a base made could work also as stated above. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

10-10-2019, 07:34 AM	#40
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Custom made emblems? When Harley was selling reproductions of their early emblems to install on the later bikes the emblems were actual reproductions, so could be used as replacements on old bikes mounting the original way. For the new bikes they sold an adhesive mount base as an adapter. It fit within the emblem, couldn't tell __________________ "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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