Quoted from schudel5:Had the Corvette sign for a while. Bought the cash sign yesterday as non-working. Fired right up when I got it home. I'm thinking there was something wrong with the extension cord he was using.
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Looks good Mike. Only thing is I never ever used a extension cord....., just don't turn it off and it will be fine. 
John
Not sure if it has been mentioned here but it is well worth a trip to the American Sign Museum in Cincinnati, OH. Went for the first time yesterday and was awestruck by their collection. They have a repair studio on-site to bring and keep these gems active. Here is a sample.
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We use to be a nation who built great things filled with craftsmen... all I have to state on the subject.
I might be in the area the end of June, have to see if I can visit.
Quoted from gdonovan:We use to be a nation who built great things filled with craftsmen... all I have to state on the subject.
I might be in the area the end of June, have to see if I can visit.
Yes, if you like neon signs it will not disappoint, also a good educational experience with the history. It's right off the expressway and a block away from the famous Camp Washington chili! Pick yourself up a 5 way and coney under a neon moon.
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You just started a chili war…. Skyline !
Quoted from Ballypin:You just started a chili war…. Skyline !
Gold Star!
If you want a great independent shop, my favorite is Dixie Chili at 3716 Dixie Highway in Florence, Y'all!
Honestly I want that damn sign now!
Quoted from Mank:Truth in advertising.
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Quoted from Mank:Truth in advertising.
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Newcastle did a few of these "comical" signs. I had one that said "This will look great in somebody's basement".
Quoted from meSz:Newcastle did a few of these "comical" signs. I had one that said "This will look great in somebody's basement".
This one? Unfortunately its an led sign, I like it in the basement tho.
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Quoted from Spitfiren8:This one? Unfortunately its an led sign, I like it in the basement tho.
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Those are cool but LEDs are not Neon.
It’s a nice sign! Isn’t Bud supposed to be boycotted, girlcotted or personcotted?! Lol
Quoted from gdonovan:Bud sign fixed with $39 shipped Ebay 7500V transformer.
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Quoted from Zartan:It’s a nice sign! Isn’t Bud supposed to be boycotted, girlcotted or personcotted?! Lol
It's 20 years old so vintage.
I've got a Bud sign where the blackout is cracking and light is bleeding through. From afar it's hard to notice, but it's easier to see up close and now that I know it's like that, I feel like I should try to fix it. Has anyone done something that before and have recommendations on products to use or steps to take?
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See post #445 https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/neon-signs-show-us-your-glow/page/9#post-3908729
Thanks for the suggestion and product recommendation. I've not done this before but I assume some prepping would be needed, like removing as much flaking paint as possible. Not sure what else, though, if anything. I like the idea of dipping it as it would make for some straighter lines but I would probably end up just painting by hand.
Quoted from mostater:Thanks for the suggestion and product recommendation. I've not done this before but I assume some prepping would be needed, like removing as much flaking paint as possible. Not sure what else, though, if anything. I like the idea of dipping it as it would make for some straighter lines but I would probably end up just painting by hand.
I just used black water base paint from hobby store, been like that for two years and still looks great.
Quoted from mostater:Thanks for the suggestion and product recommendation. I've not done this before but I assume some prepping would be needed, like removing as much flaking paint as possible. Not sure what else, though, if anything. I like the idea of dipping it as it would make for some straighter lines but I would probably end up just painting by hand.
No prepping really needed as the enamel paint will dry and, basically, adhere any flaking pieces to the tube. However, when I do it I dip the tubes as it looks so much better. I usually take the entire sign apart and clean it thoroughly. I take the tubes and run them under warm water and using a sponge and mild detergent to clean them. IF you have colored tubes do not do this as it can remove the color paint on the tubes.
I like the sign! The rest was just a joke. I apologize.
Quoted from gdonovan:It's 20 years old so vintage.
Quoted from gdonovan:I just used black water base paint from hobby store, been like that for two years and still looks great.
Quoted from meSz:No prepping really needed as the enamel paint will dry and, basically, adhere any flaking pieces to the tube. However, when I do it I dip the tubes as it looks so much better. I usually take the entire sign apart and clean it thoroughly. I take the tubes and run them under warm water and using a sponge and mild detergent to clean them. IF you have colored tubes do not do this as it can remove the color paint on the tubes.
Thanks, I appreciate the advice
Bought Alien Star 2 weeks ago at an estate sale (downsizing) and on the way down to their incredible basement they had this sign hanging. I bundled it in with my new pin!
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This thing is awesome. Apparently BS is the couple’s initials, but no word on if this was custom or just coincidence since they were big-time gamblers. They had a MASSIVE full-sized craps table. I woulda bought it if I had space. (If someone crazy here is interested I can give you their info) 586E5A37-A2ED-48DF-A5A4-8A7019824AEC.jpeg7F196537-679E-4E90-82A3-BFDB91A08B5A.jpeg
You simply cannot beat the beautiful glow of vintage neon. The purple and white has such a great color in person.
Quoted from vinnypeppers:Here’s one for the “man cave” lol
Comments welcome
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Is this the upside down Amazon prototype logo ?
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Does the arrow lights chase or all stay lit ? SELL ME THIS !!!
Quoted from Ballypin:Does the arrow lights chase or all stay lit ? SELL ME THIS !!!
It’s definitely a chasing arrow. And double sided
Quoted from Gundam_Pilot_:It’s definitely a chasing arrow. And double sided
Wanna sell ??
Quoted from Ballypin:Wanna sell ??
No. I am going to hang on to it for awhile and put it above my spiral staircase at the house.
Picked up this neon for my FiL and the pull cord doesn’t work, it just powers on when plugged in. I pulled the transformer box open and the “button” was broke. Anyway to replace the pull cord switch? I suppose I may be able to add my own switch if it’s like a standard pin out. Little gray box, looks the same as the intensity button. Also the green button makes the sign bright or dim, normal?
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Quoted from jorge5240:Looking for large slots sign.
If i can’t find it who is your go to for custom work?
Thanks,
Mike
Hi Mike, I've used Boney's Neon & Signs manufacturing and Service here in the South Bay. He's a one man band but does nice work. Perhaps a bit of a haul since he's in San Jose. His phone number is (408) 396-1096.
Nick
Quoted from nvu4prod:Hi Mike, I've used Boney's Neon & Signs manufacturing and Service here in the South Bay. He's a one man band but does nice work. Perhaps a bit of a haul since he's in San Jose. His phone number is (408) 396-1096.
Nick
Do they have a web site?
Quoted from Skatewake:Do they have a web site?
Quoted from northvibe:Picked up this neon for my FiL and the pull cord doesn’t work, it just powers on when plugged in. I pulled the transformer box open and the “button” was broke. Anyway to replace the pull cord switch? I suppose I may be able to add my own switch if it’s like a standard pin out. Little gray box, looks the same as the intensity button. Also the green button makes the sign bright or dim, normal?
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Pulled the switch off. It’s a 6 pin dpdt, middle two are common. I found a replacement that the legs are a mm off but it is otherwise the same.
https://www.digikey.com/en/products/detail/e-switch/PBH2UOANAGX/805270
I have a few on order and I’ll use the original pull string.
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Wrong switch from digitkey, it is momentary so it won’t click
Quoted from northvibe:Pulled the switch off. It’s a 6 pin dpdt, middle two are common. I found a replacement that the legs are a mm off but it is otherwise the same.
https://www.digikey.com/en/products/detail/e-switch/PBH2UOANAGX/805270
I have a few on order and I’ll use the original pull string.
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Wrong switch, was momentary sooo no click you clicks.
Quoted from Aladdin:Got this today.
Does the serial number tell the year? ‘89
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I'd say at least 89....great find thats a window neon for bars
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