License plate restoration suggestions?
 

Guys, might you have a current experience with a license plate restoration service provider?
I'm interested in quality and actually getting them done in a reasonable time.
I am not interested in doing them myself.

Thanks in advance.

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Mike
I haven't talked to him in Quite awhile but Gerald Thiele, 10955 Center Dr. Vernon TX 76384 (940) 357-0387 [email protected] used to. IF he is still doing it a report back would be greatly appreciated.


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Mike


Here is a picture he sent me of his work

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Larry Hoeft has done several for me, $125. Come back in less than two weeks looking like brand new.

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Mobile 517-402-7466
Home 517-371-3225
I believe he is in Michigan.

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Thanks guys!

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He.(Duane Wells) did a couple for me two years ago but unfortunately he passed away a little over a year ago.He advertised in V8Times.

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Well that’s awful news !…….he did a set of Maine plates for me I thought only a couple years ago too….. I talked to him on the phone while he had my plates…..very pleasant to speak with..condolences to his family…..RIP Duane……..Mark

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Info from a post on the Hamb. See post #52 for before and after plate restoration by oldpl8s

https://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/...lates.1287962/


https://redirect.viglink.com/?format...ww.OLDPL8S.com

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Brian Mabry, I’d say is the best in the country doing this. I’m he did 3 pairs for me. They’re flawless. (423) 716-8094. [email protected]

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Hi, I do license plate restoration. Attached is some of my work. You can also go to my website or social media to see some of my current work I've done for my customers or personal plates.


Check out my work at davesclp.com – I’d love to help with your next project!

Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or want to discuss your custom needs.

Cheers,

Tim

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Dave it would help if you put a link to your website. tom

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Gerald passed away November 4, 2023.

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Dave comes to many of the swap meets in California. I've seen his work and he does a great job.

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For a chuckle only .... In NY State one can thru a special process (photos required) use "historic" plates but their plate regulations say you can't paint a license plate. Obviously people ignore that. Also, how do you deal with their requirement to "hand-in" your plates when you stop the insurance to take car off road for storage ? PS they don't have a system to check that you turned the plates in anyway.

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It’s not that hard. I done these myself

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Most people paint them after they get approved by NYS motor vehicle. I’ve also been to our local DMV and they have an old desk in the corner of the office to store the plates in. Me I keep insurance on my vehicle all year long even though it’s stored in the garage.

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TJ, the link shows Dave passed away 2015. I think his son took over.

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Here is another licence plate restorer.
Very pricey but quality is outstanding!
www.restoreatag.com

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My son, Steve, recommends Dan in suburb of Detroit who is reasonably priced and great quality. 1 586 242 2124. He misplaced his last name but great work. Suggest consider him although appears you have several options.

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Thanks for the info. Now that you mention it I have seen his son at the meets. It's been a while since I used his restoration service.

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Dang. I just discovered the gentleman has passed away.

Your reference was helpful and I thought that we had found a new plate guy.

Take care.

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Tony, they are still in business, but the son has taken over.

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thinking all of the plate restorations look great! really liked WA's OAU 330! awesome to see it, reminding me of my first plates on my '30. cerca 1964. back then had to have plates and registration in car. i used wrap around steering column with plastic window and spring latch. :)

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Thanks for the advice, guys. I did send a pair off just yesterday. I will update when they are returned.

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Just figured some may appreciate a follow up...
I sent my plates to this fellow. Great communication, prompt and pleasing service.
I'm very happy and would recommend this fella to anyone.

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I have two sets of 1933 Illinois plates with matching Chicago windshield tax stickers, professionally restored. Sold both my 33’s, don’t need them. $175 per pair shipped. Reply to [email protected]

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Any before and after photos?

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Before & after. Took two weeks from me shipping to their return. $145 postage paid both ways.

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Before lettering seems blue/green? After black?

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No, that's simply due to my poor photography skills.

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Larry Hoeft has always done a great job for me and turns them around quickly. Very satisfied customer here!!