This listing is for decals otherwise known as Waterslide transfers. They are quick and easy to apply. Application advice is below.
The dashboards can be used on several of the Mamod moving engines including the SA1 Roadster, SA1 L Limousine, FE1 Fire Engine and the LB1 London Bus RED AND GREEN.
These decals can be cut to size or applied 'as is' on the models to replace those which have been worn, damaged or scorched, or to simply and quickly add additional decoration on diorama.
Good quality, laser printed, they are easy to apply on new painted metal or on woodwork. Unless show as 'Clear' they can be applied over the top of old decals, particularly on fireboxes.
They are an alternative to self adhesive examples with significant advantages:
- Cheaper.
- Can be applied over the top of old signage without the need to remove the original.
- They can be slid and re positioned more easily.
- They are thinner and do not leave an adhesive residue.
- They can be used to hide rivets or areas of paint damage.
- Less affected by heat.
- Easily replaced.
- Once in place, if lacquered or put in a warm oven for an hour, they will last longer.
Unless stated otherwise they have a white backing and are intended for use on dark backgrounds where the base colour should not show through. Those marked "Clear" are for light backgrounds and allow the background colour to show through.
All dimensions are shown as Length x Width and refer to the printed area.
Option 1: ALL THREE decals for ONE SIDE of a RED bus. Measure: (TOP) Hyde Park Corner: 195 mm x 10mm (Middle) Mamod: 195 mm x 23 mm (Bottom) 195 mm x 26 mm.
Option 2: Two destination decals for the front and rear of a RED bus. Width: 37 mm Length: 42 mm
Option 3: ALL THREE decals for ONE SIDE of a GREEN bus. Measure:(TOP) Hyde Park Corner: 160 mm x 9 mm (Middle) Mamod: 160 mm x 20 mm (Bottom) 165 mm x 27 mm.
Option 4: Two destination decals for the front and rear of a GREEN bus.Width: 36 mm Length: 40 mm
Option 5: A single dashboard decal in brown to mimic a leather dashboard. It is uncut so it can be trimmed before application to fit around the firebox bulkhead and steering wheel entry hole. Measure 98 x 68 mm
Option 6 : One luxury dark brown real leather dashboard facia. These are cut to fit around the firebox opening and have a hole in the correct position to accommodate the steering column. The steering column needs to be removed or the leather cut to fit them. Instrumentation can be added. They cover up the rivets or discolouration nicely.
Option 7 : Two Large 'Fred Dibnah & Sons' decorative decals. These have black lettering on a white background so should be used on a dark surface. They each measure 85 x 13 mm.
Option 8: Two Large CLEAR 'Fred Dibnah & Sons' decorative decals. These have a clear background so should be used where you want the background colour to show through them. They each measure 85 x 13 mm. Not pictured but look identical to option 9.
Option 9: Two medium 'Fred Dibnah & Sons' decorative decals. These have a white background so should be used on a dark surface. They each measure 58 x 10 mm. Not pictured but look identical to option 9, except the size is different.
Option 10: Two medium CLEAR 'Fred Dibnah & Sons' decorative decals. These have a clear background so should be used where you want the background colour to show through them. They each measure 58 x 10 mm. Not pictured but look identical to option 9, except the size is different.
Option 11: Two large 'Fun of The Fair' decorative decals. Each measure : 87 mm x 17 mm
Option 12: Two large CLEAR 'Fun of The Fair' decorative decals. Each measure : 87 mm x 17 mm
- Ensure there is no loose paint or rust on the area where the decal is to be applied.
- Wipe the area with methylated spirit to remove grease and soot.
- Cut off the white surround carefully around the edge of the decal very close to the design. You will need steady hands AND very sharp small scissors especially for the ones with curved edges.
- Immerse in clean distilled or rain water to which a couple of drops of washing up liquid have been added and leave to soak for 3 minutes.
- Position on the desired point on the model. Using a clean finger or a brush slide the decal off the backing paper. If it does not move easily re-immerse and repeat.
- Ensure there are no creases and that the positioning is correct.
- Dab (do not rub) with absorbent kitchen roll to remove excess water.
- Put the item to one side to allow to dry overnight and indoors before firing.
- For a longer life, bake in the oven at medium temperature for 1 hour and apply a VHT (Very High Temperature) lacquer.
Purchases will be packed, sent quickly. I am happy to combine with other purchases (based on the highest value postage rate). If the decals alone are bought, I will provide cashback by way of refund. UK sales only.
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URGENT? The delivery of ANY item or group of items bought at the same time can be upgraded to 'same day 24 hour Royal Mail Special Delivery' for a single additional payment of £5. To invoke this, please go to listing 333831804608 (put this number in the e bay search box) then buy the 'PACK 1' option for £5.