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Yeah, I found that Eurostile MN Extended is the closest one. I was just hoping for an easier solution. I find it a pain because its an insert so its gotta be just right. uggg.
-------------------- Dita Mallon Dita's Graphics and Signs, Inc. Sumner, Ia Posts: 119 | From: Sumner, Iowa | Registered: Aug 2002
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Dita....Keep in mind that even if you found an exact vector match to that particular year's version of the logo...yer still going to have to "size" it exactly to fit the insert.
I have, in the past, been asked to reproduce antique tractor logos that had to fit into "insert/indented" areas. After many efforts, I got it right.
Reproduce the logo, cut it and see if it fits, if not go back and re-size it. If needed, go back and repeat again until it is correct.
For a recent model Ford truck...Do it the easy way, go to the dealership and order a decal and apply it. That way you know it will be correct the first time!
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I found the decal on amazon. The issue is I have to match a color for this customer. I could still order the decal and scan it in then vector it. Another idea....
-------------------- Dita Mallon Dita's Graphics and Signs, Inc. Sumner, Ia Posts: 119 | From: Sumner, Iowa | Registered: Aug 2002
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I would have done a paper/pencil tracing of the tailgate debossing and lettering, and then scanned that at 100%. Basic lettering like that shouldn't take more than 20-30 minutes to trace. Many times, if we don't find the font in the first few minutes, it's faster and easier to just do it from scratch...particularly when it's only a handful of letters like this one. No trial and error, and it will be a perfect fit the first try.
[ February 06, 2015, 05:49 PM: Message edited by: Don Coplen ]
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I like Don's way with a twist. If you know a close font lay it over top the scanned trace, size it and convert to vectors . Tweek that to make an exact match to the trace. You could get the SUPER DUTY done in about 15 minutes if you are good with node editing.
-------------------- Chuck Churchill, It's A Good Sign Inc. 3245 Harvester Rd, U-12 Burlington, Ont. Phone: 905-681-8775 Fax: 905-681-8945 Posts: 633 | From: Burlington, Ontario, Canada | Registered: Nov 1998
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