Author Topic: 1967 250 SL - hub cap paint stencil (Read 6994 times)

zak · « **on:** September 10, 2018, 19:14:45 »

Hello All,
I have finally gotten around to repainting my chipped up full dish (280 SL style) hubcaps.
I bought the plastic center stencil a few months back from Authentic Classics in NY- $45 bucks.

We got to fit the stencil on the hub cap and its too small in diameter by about 1/4 inch so the outside ring doesn't cover the outside ring of the chrome embossed star in the center.
I am waiting for a response from Authentic but I thought I would post here. Odd thing.

Are there 2 sizes of center hub cap stars? Early 2 pc and later one piece

It's interesting to find that my small star stencil fits the chrome star on the trunk lid though. Can you purchase a stencil for the trunk star also ?

Murphy's Law strikes again.

best,
jz

mbzse · « **Reply #1 on:** September 10, 2018, 19:46:22 »

Quote from: zak

.../...Are there 2 sizes of center hub cap stars? Early 2 pc and later one piece ?.../...

Yes, certainly, it is so. For the cars of the sixties. Earlier there were even more sizes for various models of M-B cars.

Tyler S · « **Reply #2 on:** September 10, 2018, 21:11:33 »

There are 2 versions sold at Auth Classics. 230-250 version and 280 version. Maybe you purchased the 230-250 version?

https://www.authenticclassics.com/Painting-Stencil-for-Hub-Cap-For-Mercedes-190SL-p/auth-007749.htm

https://www.authenticclassics.com/Painting-Stecil-for-Wheel-Cover-for-280SL-p/auth-007750.htm

zak · « **Reply #3 on:** September 10, 2018, 21:35:35 »

Yes Tyler, I got the beige colored stencil for 190/230/250 SL's.
The 280 SL stencil is shown as black plastic.

Idiot me didn't differentiate. I stupidly told them 1967 250 SL forgetting I had later hub caps.

Mystery solved and I am the fool.

Thanks, Tyler.

jz

Garry · « **Reply #4 on:** September 10, 2018, 22:13:42 »

The Pagoda Group has several sets of stencils available for Full Members. If Authentic Classics done come through with an exchange, then you should put your name down on the list. Search and you will find where the list is at the moment...

Tyler S · « **Reply #5 on:** September 10, 2018, 22:49:07 »

Keep in mind that the stencils produce a slightly feathered edge. You can also use electrical tape and a sharp exacto knife for a crisp line if thats what you desire.

zak · « **Reply #6 on:** September 11, 2018, 21:57:08 »

Thanks gentlemen.
I ordered the later, larger stencil from Authentic Classic and will return the smaller one for a credit.

Tyler, so the stencil is not the perfect solution? Why is there a waiting line for stencil use then ? How was it done at the factory?

Anyway, I will give the stencil a shot and see how it looks. I will let you know.

Plus upon completion my late model stencil is available for all to use.

jz

Tyler S · « **Reply #7 on:** September 12, 2018, 03:39:59 »

Yes the stencil is how the factory did it. Produces a slight (correct) feathered edge. But it is hard to get uniform. Others prefer the clean sharp edge line. Its a personal preference choice.

benz55 · « **Reply #8 on:** September 13, 2018, 22:55:04 »

I would be happy to donate a silicone rubber and/or plastic type stencil to the club to help reduce the waiting time.
Just let me know where to send it.

George Katsoris
Authentic Classics

johnk · « **Reply #9 on:** September 14, 2018, 16:22:32 »

I have the current north american stencil and will be done with it in a few weeks. I will then forward to the next member on the waiting list.

John K

stickandrudderman · « **Reply #10 on:** September 14, 2018, 16:36:29 »

Where is the European stencil?

Scottcorvette · « **Reply #11 on:** September 14, 2018, 18:22:25 »

Its in my shed. No one seemed to want it. If anybody does let me know.

zak · « **Reply #12 on:** September 20, 2018, 18:55:06 »

We are prepping to paint the hubcaps now.
Got the correct stencil from Authentic Classics.
When we place it over the hubcap center it does not fit flush all over. The exterior circle fits snug but in the center the stencil sits maybe 1/4 inch above the center and I have to apply pressure and push down so that the center of the stencil touches the center star. Is this correct? If so how do I hold down the stencil so it abuts everywhere while painting?
Just pushing down by hand while painting is shaky. I fear the stencil will move.

Has anyone experienced this?
Is the stencil mis-formed?
thanks,

jz

mbzse · « **Reply #13 on:** September 20, 2018, 19:33:08 »

Quote from: zak

.../...the stencil sits maybe 1/4 inch above the center and I have to apply pressure and push down so that the center of the stencil touches the center star. Is this correct?

Mount a pin upright in the center of the template, with a weight on top which holds template down

zak · « **Reply #14 on:** September 20, 2018, 21:05:49 »

Got it thank you Hans.

jz

Tyler S · « **Reply #15 on:** September 21, 2018, 01:30:48 »

I think I used a heat gun to massage the plastic stencel to fit better. Attempt at your own risk though.

Iconic · « **Reply #16 on:** September 23, 2018, 00:35:54 »

I tried to use the rigid one with no luck.
Then I used the soft rubber (silicone

) two piece for the late wheel covers and all was great.
I recommend using the soft rubber stencils.

zak · « **Reply #17 on:** October 01, 2018, 22:45:40 »

No luck gentlemen we couldn't get the rigid plastic stencil to work, so we taped the hubcaps.
A bit of work but they turned out great.

jz

stickandrudderman · « **Reply #18 on:** October 02, 2018, 21:41:38 »

Quote from: Scottcorvette on September 14, 2018, 18:22:25

Its in my shed. No one seemed to want it. If anybody does let me know.

Mine has “gone missing”.
I’d like to nominate myself as custodian of the European stencil.

stickandrudderman · « **Reply #19 on:** October 03, 2018, 13:35:08 »

Any seconders?

Garry · « **Reply #20 on:** October 03, 2018, 16:24:56 »

Colin.

we will note you are the custodian for Europe..

Garry
Custodian for Australia

stickandrudderman · « **Reply #21 on:** October 03, 2018, 23:23:45 »

Thank you Garry,
Scott, please send the stencil to me.
Colin.

Scottcorvette · « **Reply #22 on:** October 04, 2018, 08:08:32 »

Sure, I wouldn't mind getting mine done whilst Ive go the stencil even though Im a way off getting the car painted. I'll talk to my painter and see if he is up for doing the hubcaps now. If he is I'll send you the full size one first and then the smaller one once mine are done.

If not I'll send you them both now. Be annoying to need it and it be on loan to someone...

stickandrudderman · « **Reply #23 on:** October 05, 2018, 11:03:24 »

Sure, get yours done and then send them.
Does the club stencil have the outer ring piece too? (no jokes!..........)

stickandrudderman · « **Reply #24 on:** January 11, 2019, 12:41:21 »

For the record,
I am not as yet the custodian of these.

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Author Topic: 1967 250 SL - hub cap paint stencil (Read 6994 times)