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Old Mar 9, 2013 | 04:27 PM
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hey guys, so custom paint aside, i want to have a tribute on my rear fender for one of my best friends who was KIA on christmas eve 2012. i was going to have a custom painter draw something up, but another buddy of mine who was with us created a graphic/decal type thing with a drawing of my deceased friend and some other stuff. what is the best way to get that permanently put on to the fender? i don't want a custom artist's version of it because we know they are all about making it their own. i just want that exact image on there. how would i do that and about how much does it cost?
 
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Old Mar 9, 2013 | 04:45 PM
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I would say find a very good airbrush artist and have him do a rendering of what you have on the fender then clear coat it!I found several great artists on Craiglist in my area.............
 
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Old Mar 9, 2013 | 05:01 PM
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why dont you put it on the Derby cover then when you sell the bike you can put it on your new bike or on the wall or on a frame
 
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Great idea on the derby cover!
 
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why dont you put it on the Derby cover then when you sell the bike you can put it on your new bike or on the wall or on a frame
that is a great idea. it looks like they aren't too expensive. just don't know what websites i can trust. what do you suggest?
 
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thanks!
 
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Air brush and clear over like they said. Sorry for you loss man!
 
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You could use the decal/vinyl and lay it good with out bubbles or anything and a very fine sanding around the edges with a thick clear coat.
Or have some one airbrush it and clear
Sorry for your loss man
 
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