Reapplying Labels
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Reapplying Labels
I have this label from the early 80s that voluntarily came off of one bike that I want to put on another bike I have where I can see the same label is missing from. I have used spray adhesive from Hobby Lobby on some other things that I think would work well on this, but I didn't know if anyone had any other ideas that I could use. I think the spray adhesive is about 8 bucks a can which I have no problem with, but I don't think I will ever use the can again which seems wasteful. Are there any other suggestions that I may be overlooking? The label seems to be a high quality vinyl and is in great condition, not delicate at all. And while I don't think I would ever want to remove the label, I don't want the paint damaged if it does need to be removed. I'm thinking of using plain old Elmer's white glue but I ride this bike in the rain quite a bit and I don't know how well it would hold and I don't want to lose the label.


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I would put the face of the label onto a large section of clear helicopter tape then cut a wide margin around it, possibly square. I would then mount the helicopter tape containing the label to the frame.
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My wife has one of these sticker makers that I'll borrow on occasion. You can get either permanent or removable adhesive. It costs about $15. They also have a bigger model that is about 5 inches wide. https://www.amazon.com/Xyron-Sticker...313429897&th=1




