1975 Explorer Stripe
Thread Starter
|
Freshman User
Joined: Apr 2002
Posts: 35
Likes: 0
From: Moundsville USA
1975 Explorer Stripe
I am getting pretty close to needing the stripe for my orange 1975 Explorer. While I'm not opposed to painting it on if I have to, I would much rather buy it. After reading some posts on this site, I called Phoenix Graphics and they told me they don't make them. Does anybody have another suggestion of some place that might have experience making that particular stripe kit?
Hotshot
Joined: Apr 2009
Posts: 14,333
Likes: 247
From: Stanley, VA
There are four different colors:
D5TZ-1320000-E, Black Green Sales has (2) (800)543-4959
Miller Obsolete Parts has (1) (607) 723-5371
D5TZ-1320000-D, Orange Green Sales has (5)
Wesley Obsolete Parts has (1) (606) 787-5293
D5TZ-1320000-B, White I couldn't find any
D5TZ-1320000-C, Yellow Green Sales has (3)
As Bill (NumberDummy) has said, on these stripes, "Caveat Emptor", buyer beware. These have a definite shelf life and after sitting on the shelf for years you might end up using them as a patern to mask the design on the truck to paint them on.
D5TZ-1320000-E, Black Green Sales has (2) (800)543-4959
Miller Obsolete Parts has (1) (607) 723-5371
D5TZ-1320000-D, Orange Green Sales has (5)
Wesley Obsolete Parts has (1) (606) 787-5293
D5TZ-1320000-B, White I couldn't find any
D5TZ-1320000-C, Yellow Green Sales has (3)
As Bill (NumberDummy) has said, on these stripes, "Caveat Emptor", buyer beware. These have a definite shelf life and after sitting on the shelf for years you might end up using them as a patern to mask the design on the truck to paint them on.
Posting Guru
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 1,647
Likes: 3
From: Halifx Pa
I have haggled over this time and time agian. When I get to that point, I am going to paint them one and be done with it. No one will know for the most part and if your not getting into competative judging, its not going to matter. You can even get your paint guy to give it that raised lip to make it even feel like its a sticker on there. Then your problems of fading, peeling, or cracking are over with, and your truck will look great.
And by the way orange1975, nice to see your sticking with the original look!
And by the way orange1975, nice to see your sticking with the original look!
Thread Starter
|
Freshman User
Joined: Apr 2002
Posts: 35
Likes: 0
From: Moundsville USA
Thanks Mike. 35 years is definitely old for decals, but I'm going to call them tomorrow and if the cost isn't too high, I might buy them. Like you said, at least I'd have an exact pattern to paint from if they aren't any good.
Tees,
I am my paint guy. That's why the prospect makes me a little nervous. It was my grandfather's truck for years, so while I've updated some accessories over the years, I will always keep the original paint/stripe scheme. I like the look, and I've only seen one other with that exact scheme in my life, and that one was several states away.
If anybody else has additional ideas, I'm still open to suggestion.
Tees,
I am my paint guy. That's why the prospect makes me a little nervous. It was my grandfather's truck for years, so while I've updated some accessories over the years, I will always keep the original paint/stripe scheme. I like the look, and I've only seen one other with that exact scheme in my life, and that one was several states away.
If anybody else has additional ideas, I'm still open to suggestion.
Freshman User
Joined: Apr 2001
Posts: 44
Likes: 0
From: Indiana
Hello, Was just checking your old post from a couple of years ago and was wondering what you finally did for the Stripes on your 75 Explorer? I've had this same truck since it was new and mine is about to undergo a complete professional restoration itself. I'm even sitting here with an NOS White Stripe kit for it. If it's too old then I'll likely have the stripes painted on. But I'm restoring it to bone stock original. Curious how yours turned out!
Dan
Dan
Ford Parts Specialist
Joined: Nov 2006
Posts: 88,826
Likes: 784
From: Simi Valley, CA
There are four different colors:
D5TZ-1320000-E, Black Green Sales has (2) (800)543-4959
Miller Obsolete Parts has (1) (607) 722-5371
D5TZ-1320000-D, Orange Green Sales has (5)
Wesley Obsolete Parts has (1) (606) 787-5293
D5TZ-1320000-B, White I couldn't find any
D5TZ-1320000-C, Yellow Green Sales has (3).
As Bill (NumberDummy) has said, on these stripes: Caveat Emptor ~ Let the buyer beware!
These have a definite shelf life and after sitting on the shelf for years you might end up using them as a pattern to mask the design on the truck to paint them on.
D5TZ-1320000-E, Black Green Sales has (2) (800)543-4959
Miller Obsolete Parts has (1) (607) 722-5371
D5TZ-1320000-D, Orange Green Sales has (5)
Wesley Obsolete Parts has (1) (606) 787-5293
D5TZ-1320000-B, White I couldn't find any
D5TZ-1320000-C, Yellow Green Sales has (3).
As Bill (NumberDummy) has said, on these stripes: Caveat Emptor ~ Let the buyer beware!
These have a definite shelf life and after sitting on the shelf for years you might end up using them as a pattern to mask the design on the truck to paint them on.
Stripe kits dry out causing the adhesive layer to become bonded to the stripe layer. When this occurs, lotsa luck using them.
Trending Topics
Hotshot
Joined: Apr 2009
Posts: 14,333
Likes: 247
From: Stanley, VA
My project is a '73 Explorer.
I have a stripe kit but will be using it for a pattern only.
I haven't started the paint yet, I'll be doing it myself. The truck is going to be base coat/clear coat in Kona blue/pure white. The roof, stripes and tailgate lettering will be white. The body will be Kona blue.
Fortunately the '73 Explorer stripe is about the simplest one there is.
I plan on the stripe being under the clear coat.
I have a stripe kit but will be using it for a pattern only.
I haven't started the paint yet, I'll be doing it myself. The truck is going to be base coat/clear coat in Kona blue/pure white. The roof, stripes and tailgate lettering will be white. The body will be Kona blue.
Fortunately the '73 Explorer stripe is about the simplest one there is.
I plan on the stripe being under the clear coat.
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)
Brett Foote
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies
Joe Kucinski
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make
Brett Foote
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!
Michael S. Palmer
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home
Verdad Gallardo
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!
Joe Kucinski
2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road: Better Than a Raptor R?
Brett Foote
2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package First Look: 12 Things You NEED to Know!
Michael S. Palmer
10 Most Surprising 2026 Ford Truck Features!
Joe Kucinski
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
Serfbored
1967 - 1972 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks
37
Mar 9, 2021 09:48 PM
BORDERBUM
1973 - 1979 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks
9
Dec 22, 2015 12:17 PM
EgoTrip90
1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks
7
Dec 20, 2015 02:17 PM
