Side Graphic Decals 1975-1987

Al are you still doing the vinyl ‘70’s SN graphics?

The side of my 73 Ski Nautique has a hand painted graphic with a trademark on it. I thought they hand painted the graphic in those days, so I didn't want to sand it off. I want to paint the boat but I was thinking it would lose value. Does anyone know if the graphics were hand painted in 73?

FYI   Al Thomas is still out there. Had to have both Hips replaced. He is now back up and running. Feel free to call him.   904-813-5597

Al, are you out there? I am going to work on my graphics over the winter and wanted to know if your stencil is still available?

DrStevens wrote: Al, thanks for making the stencil set available!

No problem, i am working on the Rainbow set of vinyl decals. I havn't seen many of those, but they are a cool looking original set. Tx

mmfarmer1 wrote: I am interested in a complete set of graphics for my 1976 Ski Nautique. I know I saw a repost in reference to a reduction in price for the sets? Please let me know how I am able to aquire a set and what the current prices are. Thanks Mike mfarmerx2@yahoo.com

Mike, i am pretty sure i already talked to you but wanted to refresh our conversation.
I have for sale 2 choices:

A stencil set for the 70's series boats so you can "PAINT" original grafix on hull. This stencil set cuts your labor hours considerably if you decide to paint.

I also have these sets in vinyl decals, any color, original measurements, not picture generated, exact as from Correct Craft.

I have both sets with or without 1/8 pinstripe, all letters, all stripes complete.
Thanks, Al    1-904-813-5597 cell

I am interested in a complete set of graphics for my 1976 Ski Nautique. I know I saw a repost in reference to a reduction in price for the sets? Please let me know how I am able to aquire a set and what the current prices are. Thanks

Mike
mfarmerx2@yahoo.com

Chetti, We have the complete set available for $370.00 plus S&H.

quinner wrote: Regarding the decals, It certainly sounds like having the digital artwork is more then half the battle, perhaps these graphic packages should be made available/listed in either scenario whenever possible, "Vinyl Decals" or "Gerber (Paint) Mask", leaves the choice where it should then be, in the owners hands.

Yea, that seems like the best idea. I have a complete set cut for my 79 SNK with 1/8th pinstripe at the vinyl shop right now. I stopped them before they weeded them out for vinyl graphics for my boat. I wanted to see if it was possible to simply weed out the reverse which would make them a stencil. But i'm sure you have already read Tim's post.
I am moving forward with offering them in vinyl form and already have sold some. I have been selling these for over 10 years and they work out great.
I was asked by Keith to offer these on this site, but i didn't realize that it would offend the purists ( only a few ). The guys i can help are calling me, the purists can do their boat any way they want. My 79 SNK is a good sound boat that my kids can drop in and use. And it will look great with vinyl graphics. I like every CC i see out on the water.   Thanks

TRBenj wrote: As far as the bickering goes, have you ever been to a family reunion? Think of it the same way. This site has spawned countless personal get togethers between members, I know Ive made many great personal friends here. Thus, its not uncommon for formalities to be tossed by the wayside... which is not always a bad thing.

Yea Timmy's like my Brotha from Another Motha and Hollywood is like my Cousin Eddie

Welcome back Al, wrapped one of those up myself back in July, only took 5.9 years, WTF, happy to have that (and her) behind me!

Regarding the decals, It certainly sounds like having the digital artwork is more then half the battle, perhaps these graphic packages should be made available/listed in either scenario whenever possible, "Vinyl Decals" or "Gerber (Paint) Mask", leaves the choice where it should then be, in the owners hands.

Good morning all. I have been reading the response posts to my humble inquiry as to the availability of graphics for our style of vessels. Over the few weeks I have been doing this I have observed some rather disturbing trends. The obvious vehemence by some members toward anything but the purist approach is disheartening. I joined this site in the hopes of finding people of similar taste and culture. In some I see that, in others just public petty bickering.
My intention was never to spawn this style of dialog, but to find a resource for restoring my boat. This project of mine has been going on both in my mind and in reality for quite some time. Back when Southeast Correct Craft was still in Pine Castle, I was talking with Woody about these graphics for my boat. His knowledge of these vessels is extensive. The factory does not support these graphics. Some one in an earlier post mentioned the asian painters. He is exactly correct. These folks painted these graphics almost by free hand.
Having said all of this, I wish to thank the people who have responded with positive feedback on this subject. I have new insite of what can be done with the new resources herein discussed. Thanks. Pull Hard Y'all

80tiquefan wrote: Al, Have you made any decals & stripes yet for the 1980 Ski Nautique? I'm in the market for a set.

Not at this time, ( original ) but if i get a big enough need.... i will try. I had a 80 SNK way back when, blue, what a good looking boat. Alot of memories. Thanks for your interest.   

Al, Have you made any decals & stripes yet for the 1980 Ski Nautique? I'm in the market for a set.   

Hi guys, mike888 here. I have been searching for some way to restore the graphics on my restoration project. I found al thomas through ccf.com. In my zeal to express my joy at finding some sort of answer, I have appeared to some members to be advertising for someone, or something. Please note that this is NOT the case. I found one possible solution to a problem that I have been researching on ccf.com rather publicly. I would love to paint the graphics per the purity of the restoration if some one can offer an appropriate template. Otherwise I will use whatever is currently available.
To anyone I may have offended, my sincere apology. pull hard y'all.

Hi guys, this is Al Thomas, i am the one Keith mentioned about the 70's and 80's style hull decals. I fell off the planet after a bad divorce, and i am back. Don't know if someone else has reproduced these decals, but wanted to let Keith know i am available. I have the exact replacement hull decals in full sets. I am renegotiating prices, tough economy, will answer questions. Can send photos of done boats, i have been doing restorations for over 15 years. Mine are not photo generated, they were traced to exact size on tracing paper then digitized at my expense over 15 years. I was a Nautique Dealer. When you take your letters off there is a ghosting effect, that is why you need exact sizing or you will see the difference plain as day. Unless you comepletely re-gelcoat your boat. Keith, would love to hear from you. Thanks.