FS Parts: Full Side Mortal Kombat Side Art

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Now available Solvent inkjet print on 3m vinyl.
Dedicated Full Side Art for Mortal Kombat
and for a limited time while supplies/sizes last
includes a FREE Mortal Kombat Tshirt & FREE US SHIPPING
$200set Exclusively at ThisOldGame.com
http://www.thisoldgame.com/products/mortal-kombat-side-art

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Those look awesome! My money is funny atm darn. When I get my new to me truck thru inspection. I can make a move on these. Hopefully I will be able to pull the trigger on these in early April.

Rock on...
 
How do I order just one side? The left side on my MK1 is MINT, the other side has JC's face all scratched up.
 
How do I order just one side? The left side on my MK1 is MINT, the other side has JC's face all scratched up.

PM sent

though you can buy 1 side of this art by request since its inkjet printed
it wont be an exact match to the other side completly different printing.
But it does beat having a single side worn and faded.
 
Hey Rich, there is a problem. I got the art today and it's too big. It does not fit on the dedicated cab. All the dimensions are about 1 inch too big. I'm talking about the artwork itself, not the background. I know you extended the edges 1" to allow for some wraparound, but it looks like the entire image was stretched and not just the background. Make sense?

I'm uploading a video now, but you may have a big problem on your hands with all the people who have ordered already. Stay tuned.
 
Revisions underway.

I believe the problem was with the orginal scan. The file changed hands so many times
this dosnt really suprize me.

BUt should be an easy fix with the new file I built.

Stay tooned...
 
Just a quick update: Heres a shot I got back of the NEW REVISED art installed.
looks like a perfect fit. So I think Im calling this done.
:cheers:
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This looks great. Is it that simple to install? Did you just put it right over the original side art?

Thanks.
 
This looks great. Is it that simple to install? Did you just put it right over the original side art?

Thanks.
I thinnk you can install it right over the original art if you want to, but I think that may depend on if your cabinet has a lot of damage on the sides. If it does, I would remove the old vinly and repair the wood with bondo.
 
Does this fit the dedicated cabinet perfect? I mean do I have to trim/cut anywhere? I'm sure I will need to line up the back first since their is no t mold to tuck under correct? Thanks for any advice as I want to order but not be silly with my install....
 
Does this fit the dedicated cabinet perfect? I mean do I have to trim/cut anywhere? I'm sure I will need to line up the back first since their is no t mold to tuck under correct? Thanks for any advice as I want to order but not be silly with my install....
You will have to trim the excess on the edges.
 
Applying Tips...

What's up Guys!

Charles here, That's my Cabinet posted above. For those who are going to attempt to install this bad boy, Do Not attempt this by yourself. You'll need another set of helping hands.

What I did was Lay the cabinet it on its side. STRONGLY RECOMMEND!!! Yes the color print is an inch over size and like 6ft TALL. (the Sheet is wide and tall)
So you are gonna have to trim some of the fat.

Here goes:
1. lay the cabinet down. Clean the whole side of the cabinet where your gonna apply the art.
Whatever dust is underneath it will appear & it's a Bitch to pick off /remove on the adhesive side when your holding your $200 and a "free T-shirt" 6 ft Side Art with both hands. (Plug!) So clean it real good before hand.

2. Get some weights. I used ankle weights. (Holds my camera tripod steady.)
They are the little 20lbs sand bags. (They come with 10 little 2lbs bags) Your gonna need it to keep the bottom side of the cab positioned while your at the other end.
The art has a "VERY" tight Fit. Your gonna have to deal with that MIDWAY logo 1st.
Move it almost near or if not less than a 1/4 of an inch near the edge of the cab.
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Then look at Johnny's Hair on the other side. You'll have to try to balance the MIDWAY logo and Johnny's Hair.
It maybe about 1/8 near the edge of the cab.
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What you'll want to do is slightly fold the art down off the edge of the cab to see your edge line.
Once those two are close your gonna have to deal with the Dragons front Claw at the bottom corner.
That Also is about 1/4 inch or less near the bottom edge of the cab.
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Your are going to have to find the medium/Center with those three factor points. (It Will Fit!)
Oh and look out for the top right Dragon Claw. he's a sneaky one too, but you got a lot more room with that Claw than the MIDWAY logo.
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Once you have all that lined up, Slammed on the weights / sandbag. Lock it Down.

3. Now cut off the top useless material. It'll make easier when your ready to apply. I left about 6 inch above the color print. (Remember its 1 inch oversized already plus extra)

4. Now follow Rich's application tutorial on his web page: Production Blog "Vinyl 101" (Strongly recommend)
The Side Art comes with a Free squeegee, But its Highly Recommended using a roller First.
Once applied follow with soapy water on the art with the Squeegee to eliminate the air bubbles.
The bubble will go away. This material is GREAT! I have no air bubbles on my cab. MAKE SURE YOU GET THE ART WET!
THAT SQUEEGEE WILL CATCH & Possible TEAR.

5. Once the air bubble are gone let it settle to the wood with the sand bags for about 30 min or so.

6. Now grab the sharpest, freshest razor blade you can find and trim on the T-molding channels.
On the back of the cabinet use the edge as your guide, but with a steady pace! This material Cuts WAY TOO EASY!! Use patients.

7. Once the Cuts are made apply the T-molding to secure the edges.

This art is so bad ass, I am too afraid to install the monitor bolts.

Well, I hope this helps. If you guys have any questions feel free to hit me up.
I'm up all night Vectorizing arcade art. (currently working on Shinobi control panel button decal tabs)

~Charles
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No Air Bubbles.
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looks fantastic biomech! thanks for the quick how to as well!

"Well, I hope this helps. If you guys have any questions feel free to hit me up.
I'm up all night Vectorizing arcade art. (currently working on Shinobi control panel button decal tabs)" lol sounds like what i do
 
Placed order for my sideart. I can even begin to express how excited I am and how much having a dedicated MK cab means to me. Lots of hours spent as a kid playing this. This is my holy grail of arcade cabs. Thanks Rich for providing this great art!!
 
Im sooo buying this art for my MK1! My only question is about fading. what causes the original to fade so bad and will this artwork do the same over time? its amazing and beautiful i was just curious about that....lmk
 
Personally I keep them away from the sun, & harsh UV lights. Some Lights can kill.
Example. The Super hang on I had turned yellow due to the UV Lights. I peeled the
Decals off to vectorized them & my Super Hang had some serious Tan Lines.

Now, I just keep them under a museum low lit light atmosphere.
It is art, and should be displayed like a museum piece. (IMO)
 
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