1969 Heater Control Restoration

[Jack Luckhowec]

Mopar experts, looking for advice how to restore the control knobs on my non-A/C

69 GTX. All suggestions / recommendations appreciated

 

[ChargerST]

Here's what I did with my controls (A/C so even more knobs):

Scuffed and painted the knobs black. Used rub-on dry transfer letters for the script. Sprayed matte clear coat on top to protect the script. Came out perfect and looks much better than the available decals.

 

[Beekeeper]

Here's what I did with my controls (A/C so even more knobs):

Scuffed and painted the knobs black. Used rub-on dry transfer letters for the script. Sprayed matte clear coat on top to protect the script. Came out perfect and looks much better than the available decals.

this is exactly how I did mine as well

 

[Jack Luckhowec]

Here's what I did with my controls (A/C so even more knobs):

Scuffed and painted the knobs black. Used rub-on dry transfer letters for the script. Sprayed matte clear coat on top to protect the script. Came out perfect and looks much better than the available decals.

Thanks for the feedback; can you tell me more about the rub-on letters?? Where do I buy??

I agree the stickers are cheesy; hence today's post

Thanks again!!

Jack

 

[Beekeeper]

I used these from a craft store but can’t remember the font size. Most have an assortment of sizes.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-UN...ering-type-Geotype-New-Letraset-/202748666060

 

[Ranger16]

I know you guys are going to laugh and think it looks hokey, but not knowing about the rub on letters, I used a label maker on the one side that was worn off. The font was exactly the same as well as the letter size. Probably not as nice as the rub on, but not bad and I have yet to have anyone spot it.

 

[Big D A12]

Performance Car Graphics has the kit. They also do an OEM restoration if you request it and is well worth the coin.

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http://www.performancecargraphics.com/Dash_Stuff/Switch_Labels/B-body_69-70_Heater.htm

 

[Jack Luckhowec]

I used these from a craft store but can’t remember the font size. Most have an assortment of sizes.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-UN...ering-type-Geotype-New-Letraset-/202748666060

I measured the existing lettering to be ~ 5/32 or 16 pt. Does that sound right??

Thanks again!!

Jack

 

[RGAZ]

I painted flat black and tried to fill the letters with a fine tip paint pen but it does not look great. I am going to try the rub-on lettering next.

RGAZ

 

[dadsbee]

Look no further than the restoration section of this forum.... well in my case, that section is back on DC.. but it's there..

Starts about here..
http://www.dodgecharger.com/forum/index.php/topic,121731.150.html

 

[themechanic]

I used the stickers and sealed them with clear plastic paint to keep the letters from peeling or rubbing off.