Paint or vinyl lettering?

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09-16-2002, 07:51 PM

hoodlum

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Paint or vinyl lettering?

My plan is to finally name my boat this winter. I've enlisted the help of a co-worker and friend who used to be an illistrator to design the logo for me "HOODLUM II". Unfortunately, the only experience I have with lettering on the boat are the custom vinyl MC numbers I had made for it. There are a ton of vinyl sign shops in my area as well as very reputable paint artists.

Anyone have a preference? It would seem to me that vinyl may peel, while at the same time paint may fade and wear.

09-16-2002, 08:56 PM

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Personally, I opted for the vinyl. No problems with it, been on the boat for 7 years now, no fading, cracking or peeling. But don't ever hit it with Spray Nine or other strong cleansers.

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09-16-2002, 09:09 PM

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definetly use vinyl for lettering. up side is if you ever go to sell this boat, it is a selling point that perspective buyers can remove your name from it. make sure they use a high quality vinyl and you shouldnt have any problems with durability ( there are several diferent grades)