1989 Powell Peralta Tony Hawk

We will rebuild the shape and repaint to match.

The graphic paint is still holding strong with no dry cracks and just a few scrapes. We will match the colors and fill in the blanks to bring the look of this board as close to new as possible on this project.

Here we have truck pad and sticker glue cleaning damage. This will also be addressed  by filling in the blanks like a puzzle. The only problem I see here is that the graphics under the sticker are brighter than the surrounding grey graphics.

As you can see, the top has some history that will be addressed as part of the customers request.

This will be built back to original shape and painted to match.

Looks like some curb damage here but not bad. This will be fixed like it never happened.

Most of these razor cut marks go deep into the board and cut across the wood grain.You could just throw some black grip-tape on to cover it up but this customer want's it done right.

These stress cracks will be fixed and the off shaped truck bolt holes will also be fixed  to improve the final look of the skateboard when hung up for display.

The sides will be cleaned up and smooth when done. If left unfixed they would stand out when displayed. 

My process will fill this when done and will last for years even on small scrapes like this.

Razor burn down to the 2nd layer.  Getting fixed soon.

Say goodbye to the board's little friend !!

The chip was cleaned up and filled in, which stopped the cracking in and down the top of the board. Also from this angle you can see the thickness of the ply's and the razor tail fix.

Over time if this was not fixed, the board would have problems and it would just stand out if displayed. Each of the boards blems are dealt with a case by case basis From start to finish to insure the best fix will be applied.

The top is flush and even down to the sides. The V.E.S. process for fixing chips, nick, rubs, razor tail and other skateboard imperfections will last for a -long long time- as it is part of the boards structure not just stuck on! With this done to your board you can skate your board with no fear of easy chipping or ply wood separation.

The razor tail is now fixed to the same thickness , edging and shape to match the board. It is now ready for the final touches before it gets painted to match. Then the board will be sealed  with the V.E.S. Satin sheen finish. It will have the same finish that's on my 2019 Powell Sword & Skull board done in projects.

No fear of over shine here!!

Just like an auto body shop, the rust and dents need to be fixed before painting the vehicle. It also matters that you trust them to do the right work. You can trust V.E.S to go above and beyond the work that is needed for your skateboard. And yes I did take some black paint off but just wait and see what happens next before you look away!!

The nose and sides have been fixed along with re-shaping the truck bolt holes that were off shape from being used. The few minor stress cracks were also fixed. When done, this board will not only look awesome displayed but you can skate down the road. IF YOU DARE!!!

The top is 95% done with refubishment. When I get done with the bottom of the board and it's graphics, the board will be ready for the final prep before being sealed to a satin finish over the whole deck.

On this project I added just enough matching paint so it didn't rise higher than the graphic. Just like the board -I worked my way backwards to fill in the blanks. The goal here isn't to make this look perfect- the goal is to bring it back to as close to the stock look and function as I can. As far as I know, a perfect board hasn't been made yet. Or is this going to be it !!

Finished tail - no more chips or damage. It's almost ready for displaying or riding. And if this board is ever skated in the future the V.E.S. tail fix will hold up better and longer than the traditional Bondo , fiberglass, glue fix that I  see people doing and this board will feel natural under your feet when you pop an old trick!!!  

Once the V.E.S. satin sheen seal is applied to the board any un-even color shades will be blended together and it will hide even more tiny imperfections still left on the board. Also by prepping the board better it  allows me to use less of my V.E.S. satin seal witch will leave more of the screen printed edge for that stock look and value $$$.

Leveling paint next to a small graphic can be tricky. No problem here. Black touch up paint on the bottom starts this week. Today is June 6, 2022

If you look closely, you will still see some stock board imperfections and a little of its history after. All the ugly stuff has been fixed, blended and V.E.S sealed!! 

The top coat was sealed thinner to allow for the graphic edge to be seen, not just covered. This look will age well and keeps it as close to stock as possible for that future $$$.

As you look closely, you will still see the scratches and some of the graphic's imperfections. We got as close as we could to matching the colors on this project and finding a way to match it all - THE GOOD, BAD & UGLY - and try to keep it as stock as possible for a one of a kind look that will last. This board can also be buffed to be shinny in appearance if wanted. Could more be done to this board? Of course, but this is what my customer wanted.

Black paint doesn't lie. You can still see the chip fix at angled light. 

No more nicks, chips, or paint rubs.

No more ground on nose.

Same here.

A tail fix that looks good - will last - and can be skated now or in the future.