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Replacing zipp stickers

iSleeq

Jul 31, 12 17:40

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Replacing zipp stickers	Quote \| Reply

Hello- i have recently purchased a set of zipp wheels that had the stickers removed. Has anybody replaced the stickers before? how easy are they to do? any tips?

PlacidPirate

Jul 31, 12 18:15

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Re: Replacing zipp stickers [iSleeq] [In reply to]	Quote \| Reply

yeah you buy some new decals from zipp for a stupid amount ofcash so you can advertise for them and have you bike look like a nascar rig....

kmh1225

Jul 31, 12 18:23

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Re: Replacing zipp stickers [iSleeq] [In reply to]	Quote \| Reply

Yes, just replaced on an 808. You can find replacement stickers on eBay, just make sure you buy the correct sticker for your wheel, they vary in size depending on your wheel ie: 303, 404 or 808.. You can also call Zipp, as even though I'm partial to white you can get them in a variety of colors, or so I've heard.

I love my Zipps, I wouldn't ride anything else, so yes, I'm happy to "advertise".

SharkFM

Jul 31, 12 18:26

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Re: Replacing zipp stickers [iSleeq] [In reply to]	Quote \| Reply

I've got some coming but from the Uk..

Warm up the old ones that will soften the adhesive. Clean the target surface using alcohol

You can apply with water on the surface to reduce tack, then squeegee out. Warm the decal to finish and activate adhesion. The decal/sign guys are pretty good at it might only cost a few bucks for a perfect job.

http://www.jagersport.com/

kmh1225

Jul 31, 12 18:37

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Re: Replacing zipp stickers [iSleeq] [In reply to]	Quote \| Reply

Also, take a big towel (bath sheet size) and make a circle/doughnut shape with it, then lay one side of the wheel on the towel, this will keep it steady and in-place so it doesn't rock all over the place. Hope this makes sense. Good Luck!!!

iSleeq

Jul 31, 12 18:44

Post #6 of 20 (1427 views)

Re: Replacing zipp stickers [KyraMorgan] [In reply to]	Quote \| Reply

thanks all. these are good tips. im just worried that i wont line the stickers up nicely- water should help with this- or that they wont be evenly spaced.

AnthonyS

Jul 31, 12 19:26

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Re: Replacing zipp stickers [iSleeq] [In reply to]	Quote \| Reply

Use a solution of water with one drop of dishwashing soap in it. This will give you the ability to place the decal exactly. Then blot it down with a dry cotton cloth to fill the dimples. I used to own my own vinyl graphics business. You can use a mix of water and alcohol if you want it to evaporate faster. Water + alcohol + drop of soap = expensive vinyl installation solution..... Or make your own.
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NJ

Jul 31, 12 20:01

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Re: Replacing zipp stickers [AnthonyS] [In reply to]	Quote \| Reply

wow,
I'm a graphics guy and used to applying stickers. use something called the hinge method.
position your graphics with masking tape on both ends. get a longer piece of tape and apply to hold the decals in the center. once that's done, remove the tape from one end, fold the sticker over and peel the back use a scissors to cut off the backing sheet and apply gently as you roll it back. once the first half is done, repeat from the other side.

***don't peel and stick, I guarantee it will screw up*** the stickers are made out of high tach vinyl, so they will get damaged super easy and could get very messy., you tube this search: "vinyl hinge method" something will come up.

hope that helps.
slowdude73

AnthonyS

Jul 31, 12 20:37

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Re: Replacing zipp stickers [NJ] [In reply to]	Quote \| Reply

I never said I didn't use backing tape. There is no fancy method though. Tape, squeegee and some istall fluid/solution. If you use backing tape and fluid you can slide them all over the place until you have it lined up perfectly.
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You will remain the same person, before, during and after the race. So the result, no matter how important, will not define you. The journey is what matters. ~ Chrissie W.

atomic916

Aug 1, 12 5:06

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Re: Replacing zipp stickers [iSleeq] [In reply to]	Quote \| Reply

Here you go!

http://www.zipp.com/.../faq/more_videos.php

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Kilo Juliett

Aug 1, 12 6:00

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Re: Replacing zipp stickers [PlacidPirate] [In reply to]	Quote \| Reply

PlacidPirate wrote:

yeah you buy some new decals from zipp for a stupid amount ofcash so you can advertise for them and have you bike look like a nascar rig....

It's funny how powerful some brand names are. People are willing to pay to advertise for the brand for free.

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spomeroy

Aug 1, 12 10:05

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Re: Replacing zipp stickers [ktj] [In reply to]	Quote \| Reply

and some people just dig the way they look..

cheers
S.
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MVM

Aug 1, 12 14:07

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Re: Replacing zipp stickers [atomic916] [In reply to]	Quote \| Reply

Ha, good luck doing it like she does in the video! I just replaced stickers on an 808 a couple weeks ago. I think I did a pretty good job but it took me like two hours. Just peeling it off the sheet without sticking it to itself or your arm is tricky!

I left the old sticker marks on the wheel to help with alignment (did not affect adhesion) and worked my way slowly from P to Z to fill in the dimples and avoid air bubbles.

ChiroCowboy

Aug 1, 12 14:18

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Re: Replacing zipp stickers [spomeroy] [In reply to]	Quote \| Reply

I put some on a set of demo 808's this summer. Wasn't easy as the video shows, but doable! And ya, the $60 sucks....but with a white bike, it looks 100% better than the solid black.

CC

GG

Aug 1, 12 16:47

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Re: Replacing zipp stickers [iSleeq] [In reply to]	Quote \| Reply

Really, why bother. Do you want to advertise for them that bad?

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iSleeq

Aug 1, 12 19:52

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Re: Replacing zipp stickers [spomeroy] [In reply to]	Quote \| Reply

spomeroy wrote:

and some people just dig the way they look..

cheers
S.

this. for all that are concerned. i have a white bike- so the decals really fill in the open space that the rim has. Advertising? Who cares if the sticker makes aesthetics more tolerable with little to no negligible disadvantages

DrPete

Aug 1, 12 20:02

Post #17 of 20 (1049 views)

Re: Replacing zipp stickers [iSleeq] [In reply to]	Quote \| Reply

iSleeq wrote:

Hello- i have recently purchased a set of zipp wheels that had the stickers removed. Has anybody replaced the stickers before? how easy are they to do? any tips?

I put the "Beyond Black" stickers on my 808s. Be patient and methodical, and follow the video. I also found that if you set the inner edge first the rest of the decal will sit down nicely. The 3M squeegee they mention works very well for getting air out of the dimples.

kmh1225

Aug 1, 12 20:04

Post #18 of 20 (1048 views)

Re: Replacing zipp stickers [iSleeq] [In reply to]	Quote \| Reply

+1
Because at the end of the day we ALL know it is about aesthetics! I'm sure it will look great!!! Post a pic when you get the stickers on!

DrPete

Aug 1, 12 20:06

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Re: Replacing zipp stickers [KyraMorgan] [In reply to]	Quote \| Reply

KyraMorgan wrote:

+1
Because at the end of the day we ALL know it is about aesthetics! I'm sure it will look great!!! Post a pic when you get the stickers on!

If the bike looks fast to you, you FEEL fast, and feeling fast is a big part of being fast. Pure placebo, but it works. :)

Here's my thread from the spring when I made over my 808s.

http://forum.slowtwitch.com/gforum.cgi?post=3787395

kmh1225

Aug 1, 12 20:28

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Re: Replacing zipp stickers [DrPete] [In reply to]	Quote \| Reply

Stunning! I have huge a "thing" for Argon 18 bikes!!! I think they are such a beautiful machine!!! I'd love an Argon 18 road bike!!! Another reason they are so appealing to me is not every Tom, Dick and Harry has one. They are sexy with a hint of mystery...