Ann's Spyder got a face-lift.

petenomad · 07-01-2012, 10:44 PM

We had hoped to get this completed before the SC rally, but it just didn't work out. Here's a few pics of The Spyder's new look.

More can be seen here.

Ann did an amazing job and showed remarkable patience in installing this kit - there were nearly 60 pieces and it covers nearly every painted surface. This took almost 20 hours total time - about 2 hours last Friday, 6 hours each last Saturday and Sunday, about 4 hours yesterday and a couple more this morning. She was relentless - hunting down and eliminating (nearly) every wrinkle and air bubble. Stuff I could never have done.

I was the assistant. My job was to hold the end up on some of the longer pieces, cut off some of the backing paper, mist the surface with water (allows you to lift and reposition the vinyl) and point the hair dryer at the right place on command when she needed to form the vinyl to some of the curved surfaces.

We need to put a coat of wax on it before we head to the Canmore rally, but it is absolutely stunning. This link shows the detail of the design.

**ringadingh** · 07-01-2012, 10:48 PM

Wow Thats really sharp. That bike will stand out from the other Spyders for sure. Nice job.

ndbigfish · 07-01-2012, 10:58 PM

Bet those non-wavers back in AR would wave now. LOL Looks good.

usranger74 · 07-01-2012, 11:04 PM

Sharp

**BudMan** · 07-02-2012, 08:29 AM

Looks great. Nice job Ann

Netnorske · 07-02-2012, 09:01 AM

Very cool....I'm looking forward to seeing it in person! Ride safe on your journey north and we will see you in a couple short weeks...

!

**jestephens** · 07-02-2012, 02:33 PM

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Originally Posted by ndbigfish

Bet those non-wavers back in AR would wave now. LOL Looks good.

IDK, it still doesn't pass one part of the wave test: Are more than 50% of its wheels mounted with car tires?

That sure is a sharp looking 3-wheeler though.

**glwilson** · 07-02-2012, 08:24 PM

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Originally Posted by jestephens

IDK, it still doesn't pass one part of the wave test: Are more than 50% of its wheels mounted with car tires?

That sure is a sharp looking 3-wheeler though.

Jay... you are being an ass!

Just shake Ann's hand if you see her, then you'll be okay!

Glenn and Ann... great job. I know from seeing how many are adding graphics to the Spyders how difficult the task can be -- which is exactly why mine is remains stock at this point.

petenomad · 07-02-2012, 08:35 PM

Thanks all. She is very happy. We bought the Spyder used and there just aren't that many of the RT's on the market. When we saw a good deal, we had to go for it. She wasn't thrilled about getting stuck with black. It definitely doesn't have that problem any more.

**glwilson** · 07-02-2012, 09:22 PM

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Originally Posted by petenomad

Thanks all. She is very happy. We bought the Spyder used and there just aren't that many of the RT's on the market. When we saw a good deal, we had to go for it. She wasn't thrilled about getting stuck with black. It definitely doesn't have that problem any more.

Hope Ann is having a good experience with the Spyder. I had a throttle-body issue during our rally which was annoying (to say the least). I had to have it replaced when I got back. It now runs better than it ever has. The TB problem is a know issue; however the "fix" is also known.

Hopefully Ann hasn't had to deal with that, and never will as some haven't.

Glad to hear she enjoys riding it.

**jestephens** · 07-02-2012, 09:54 PM

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Originally Posted by glwilson

Jay... you are being an ass!

Just shake Ann's hand if you see her, then you'll be okay!

Glenn and Ann... great job. I know from seeing how many are adding graphics to the Spyders how difficult the task can be -- which is exactly why mine is remains stock at this point.

A friend of mine is one of those Jeep Wrangler people. He won't wave at a 4-door.

We just encourage each other I suppose.
Some around here don't wave at me because I'm wearing a helmet. I just get tired of waving.
I recently bought a "Left" mannequin arm to mount at my side, so I'll be waving at everyone, all the time.

Actually, I bought both arms. (From a friendly internet arms dealer

)
Here's what I did with the "Right", it's hanging on the wall in my home office. Seriously.

**glwilson** · 07-02-2012, 10:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jestephens

A friend of mine is one of those Jeep Wrangler people. He won't wave at a 4-door.

We just encourage each other I suppose.
Some around here don't wave at me because I'm wearing a helmet. I just get tired of waving.
I recently bought a "Left" mannequin arm to mount at my side, so I'll be waving at everyone, all the time.

Actually, I bought both arms. (From a friendly internet arms dealer

)
Here's what I did with the "Right", it's hanging on the wall in my home office. Seriously.

LMAO my friend... it is all good, and all in fun!

The apple is the color of my Spyder!

**sacarriker** · 07-05-2012, 01:59 PM

That thing looks wild! I know she's lovin it. You better watch her. She'll be wanting to jump cars. Have fun.

**Cajunrider** · 07-01-2012, 11:14 PM

That is nice! Patience......patience.

**Griz** · 07-02-2012, 06:52 AM

Wow! That looks really sharp Glen. Its neat that Ann is "personalizing" her ride.

07-01-2012, 10:44 PM	#1
petenomad Sr. Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Overland Park, KS Posts: 1,135	Ann's Spyder got a face-lift. We had hoped to get this completed before the SC rally, but it just didn't work out. Here's a few pics of The Spyder's new look. More can be seen here. Ann did an amazing job and showed remarkable patience in installing this kit - there were nearly 60 pieces and it covers nearly every painted surface. This took almost 20 hours total time - about 2 hours last Friday, 6 hours each last Saturday and Sunday, about 4 hours yesterday and a couple more this morning. She was relentless - hunting down and eliminating (nearly) every wrinkle and air bubble. Stuff I could never have done. I was the assistant. My job was to hold the end up on some of the longer pieces, cut off some of the backing paper, mist the surface with water (allows you to lift and reposition the vinyl) and point the hair dryer at the right place on command when she needed to form the vinyl to some of the curved surfaces. We need to put a coat of wax on it before we head to the Canmore rally, but it is absolutely stunning. This link shows the detail of the design. __________________ Glenn petenomad Peterman 2016 BMW R1200RT 2012 Candy Arabian Red Concours - Traded at 23000 miles 2008 Red/Black Nomad - Traded at 29500 miles Login or Register to Remove Ads
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07-02-2012, 08:35 PM	#9
petenomad Sr. Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Overland Park, KS Posts: 1,135	Thanks all. She is very happy. We bought the Spyder used and there just aren't that many of the RT's on the market. When we saw a good deal, we had to go for it. She wasn't thrilled about getting stuck with black. It definitely doesn't have that problem any more. __________________ Glenn petenomad Peterman 2016 BMW R1200RT 2012 Candy Arabian Red Concours - Traded at 23000 miles 2008 Red/Black Nomad - Traded at 29500 miles
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