1980 GS1000 switch control pics please

[Frank Z.]

I'm gonna attempt to make decals made for faded-out RH/LH switch controls and ignition key cover graphics for a 1980 GS1000 (S). (LH switch is the self-canceling type). If someone has switch controls with nice intact graphics, I need some good, close-up, straight-on photos of these items (similar to ones below) emailed to fz2000@austin.rr.com

Thanks in advance.
-- and, if anyone has a better way of restoring these graphics, please lemme know!--

 

[Vmass]

Here are some photos of the switches

Here are some photos of the switches

 

[Vmass]

I need to find one of those ignition caps!

 

[Frank Z.]

PERFECT!!! Thx Vmass.
Just need ignition cover pic then good to go!

 

[Frank Z.]

Control graphics ready...

Control graphics ready...

Graphics for control switches ready. Making sure font and spacing is close as possible to stock before decals are printed. Gonna try a couple methods using matte finish vinyl and foil substrate.

 

[chuck hahn]

Hey Frank..I could use 6 of the ignition cover decals..one for each bike please...

 

[Dogma]

Interesting project. My 850 is so faded I didn't know I had auto-cancel signals until Steve told me. I thought there was something wrong with the switch.

 

[Vmass]

Nice work..Frank!

 

[Steve]

Nice work, Frank, how much for a set? :-k

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[Frank Z.]

Hey Frank..I could use 6 of the ignition cover decals..one for each bike please...

Need to do some materials testing, then I'll print-up some extras. Looking at thinnest weatherproof substrate possible. Also gonna talk to a friend who has dye-sublimation printer to see if I can impress straight to control housings... we'll see. Wish Suzuki would have debossed these areas... then it would be a matter of just filling with white paint.

 

[Steve]

Maybe make a jig into which you can clamp the housing and deboss them, then fill them with paint?

Would be nice to use a Dremel with a small burr like they do in larger scale making those signs on office doors.

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[Frank Z.]

Nice work, Frank, how much for a set? :-k

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Shouldn't break the bank, Steve. After I figure out the material issue, I then have to decide how to gang the decals; thinking 2 decals on each control... HORN + AUTO TURN/LIGHTS, and ENGINE STOP/OFF/RUN + START. Or, I may have all graphics on one decal that lays over each control. Do you know if the LH multi-switch knob comes off easy enough?

 

[chuck hahn]

Also consider the adhesive..durability and washing resistant when the power washer hits them.

 

[cowboyup3371]

Great job. If you ever come up with a way to do the 550 ones, let me know. I'd be interested.

 

[terrylee]

definitely would love a set! terrylee

 

[shedman1300]

How are the sticker set going?
I would buy a couple of sets if you decide to do a group buy.

 

[Frank Z.]

How are the sticker set going?
I would buy a couple of sets if you decide to do a group buy.

Working on it. Have to source a CAD vinyl cutter so the cut is clean. Will get extras made and let you know. They'll be cheap!

 

[Steve]

Put me down for a possible FIVE sets.

I think all of my bikes either have that exact layout or are similar enough to use it.

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[7981GS]

Please put me down for 3 of each.

Daniel

 

[850 Combat]

I sure would like to get the "S" sticker for the lower triple clamp cover on a '79-'81 G. I'll bet I'm not the only one.