Help to find Italian flag colors seat post tape/decal
10-17-19, 06:32 AM
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Help to find Italian flag colors seat post tape/decal
I need to replace this tape/decal of the Italian flag colors on the seat tube of my Tommasini Racing bike, does anyone know where I would look to find such a replacement?
My thanks.
10-17-19, 06:46 AM
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Try direct communication with CYCLOMONDO - BICYCLE RESTORATION DECALS He has a vast selection and was very helpful putting together a custom set of early Motobecane decals that I wanted for my 85 Grand Record. Located in Australia, but product arrives within a decent timeframe. Don
10-17-19, 07:02 AM
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Your picture is a bit fuzzy but I think I found it.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/COLUMBUS-SL...IAAOSwpBpZ5HPy
https://www.ebay.com/itm/COLUMBUS-SL...IAAOSwpBpZ5HPy
10-17-19, 08:34 AM
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Thanks ollo ollo and malcala622.
My plan is to only replace the Italian flag striping on the seat tube, as while some of the decals show wear, most are in pristine condition and so my plan after neutralizing the rust on the drive side chain stay and then having a chrome paint applied as close a match as can be to the remaining chrome, is to then clear coat the bike with existing dings and distressed decals.
This bike came by this wear honestly and to me this just feels right. I've done both so far, a full up complete new decal/paint/parts restoration and then this more preserve it as is restoration and have been pleased with both results.
So if any others have suggestions for finding this tape/decal let me know.
Thanks again and take care.
My plan is to only replace the Italian flag striping on the seat tube, as while some of the decals show wear, most are in pristine condition and so my plan after neutralizing the rust on the drive side chain stay and then having a chrome paint applied as close a match as can be to the remaining chrome, is to then clear coat the bike with existing dings and distressed decals.
This bike came by this wear honestly and to me this just feels right. I've done both so far, a full up complete new decal/paint/parts restoration and then this more preserve it as is restoration and have been pleased with both results.
So if any others have suggestions for finding this tape/decal let me know.
Thanks again and take care.
10-17-19, 09:39 AM
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Not quite the same, but it might work, depending on the diameter:
https://www.velo-heaven.co.uk/produc...finishing-tape
You might want to look into pin-striping tape as well.
https://www.velo-heaven.co.uk/produc...finishing-tape
You might want to look into pin-striping tape as well.
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Velocals is also a good source for decals.
