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#1 Brake fluid bulkhead decal
Posted: Thu Nov 28, 2019 2:22 pm
by Monkeyfinger
Does anyone still have an original warning sticker/decal on the bulkhead? I'm making up a replacement, and I need to know the size of the rectangular box around it, so I get the correct end result. My car had the 'squarer' style as per the attached photo of the remnants that I had. The height of text would be useful if anyone can help. Some of the replacements I've seen are not a great match for the original.

#2 Re: Brake fluid bulkhead decal
Posted: Fri Feb 14, 2020 2:30 pm
by Monkeyfinger
Not many replies here! Anyway, I've now produced a label design as attached, which is a photographic copy of original Series 2 style, rather than a modern approximation. I do still need help from someone to confirm the length and height of the label so that I can get the proportions correct. I'm guessing the label is around 60mm long, but I'd like to get this correct. If anyone is interested in one of these, then let me know.

#3 Re: Brake fluid bulkhead decal
Posted: Fri Feb 14, 2020 4:34 pm
by Heuer
Jaguar was still using imperial measurements back then so get the size in inches and I am guessing it will not be in minor fractions. Don't have access to an original so can't help there I'm afraid.
#4 Re: Brake fluid bulkhead decal
Posted: Fri Feb 14, 2020 6:38 pm
by Monkeyfinger
Good shout - maybe 2 1/2 inches.
#5 Re: Brake fluid bulkhead decal
Posted: Fri Feb 14, 2020 10:04 pm
by Heuer
If so you can use the horizontal axis size to calculate the vertical size from your photo. It will always be an imperial fraction so easy to work out.
#6 Re: Brake fluid bulkhead decal
Posted: Sat Feb 15, 2020 2:03 am
by Bfastr
my very original and beat up decal is 2 inches wide and 1 1/8 inches high

#7 Re: Brake fluid bulkhead decal
Posted: Sat Feb 15, 2020 9:09 am
by Monkeyfinger
Perfect Bob, thanks. Looks like it was a perfect Imperial size, as advised.
#8 Re: Brake fluid bulkhead decal
Posted: Thu Feb 20, 2020 5:52 pm
by Monkeyfinger
Final version of label now complete. I've also tried different levels of ageing on these, since it should look more in keeping with my car. For info, printed on 100gsm photo paper and then lacquered for protection. I think a very close match for the original and way better than any reproduction that I've seen. Thanks again to Bob for the size info - these are 2 x 1 1/8".

#9 Re: Brake fluid bulkhead decal
Posted: Fri Feb 21, 2020 1:55 pm
by AshM
Are you selling these Richard?
Would be keen to buy one off you.
Cheers
Ash
#10 Re: Brake fluid bulkhead decal
Posted: Fri Feb 21, 2020 3:12 pm
by Monkeyfinger
Hi Ash, I can do. Send me a PM and we can sort something out.
#11 Re: Brake fluid bulkhead decal
Posted: Fri Feb 21, 2020 4:25 pm
by Richardhealey
Hi Richard,
Maybe we need a version that runs along the lines of ‘...brake system is filled with silicone brake fluid....’
I’ll get my coat...
#12 Re: Brake fluid bulkhead decal
Posted: Fri Feb 21, 2020 5:04 pm
by Monkeyfinger
Well, it's funny you should say that. I am always open to requests...
#13 Re: Brake fluid bulkhead decal
Posted: Wed Feb 26, 2020 9:14 am
by Monkeyfinger
Ash, reply sent...
#14 Re: Brake fluid bulkhead decal
Posted: Wed Feb 26, 2020 3:29 pm
by Monkeyfinger
If anyone wants these, just send me a PM and we can get it sorted. Also available as a silicone fluid option for the modernists out there...

#15 Re: Brake fluid bulkhead decal
Posted: Wed Feb 26, 2020 9:05 pm
by Richardhealey
#16 Re: Brake fluid bulkhead decal
Posted: Fri Feb 28, 2020 2:28 pm
by AshM
Arrived safely today Richard - they look really good. Fitting tomorrow - will post a picture.
Just confirming mine should be in the same place as the picture in an earlier post - on bulkhead above the heater box.
Original 1970 RHD.
just thought I should be 100% sure!!
thanks
Ash
#17 Re: Brake fluid bulkhead decal
Posted: Fri Feb 28, 2020 3:17 pm
by Monkeyfinger
Yes, as shown above. The position is a little random from the factory, but in that general area.
#18 Re: Brake fluid bulkhead decal
Posted: Fri Feb 28, 2020 5:50 pm
by AshM
#19 Re: Brake fluid bulkhead decal
Posted: Fri Feb 28, 2020 6:05 pm
by Monkeyfinger
Here's another one...

#20 Re: Brake fluid bulkhead decal
Posted: Sat Feb 29, 2020 9:43 pm
by AshM
Fitted and looks great Richard.
Thanks very much.
Cheers
Ash
