farmer52 Posted June 12, 2015 Share Posted June 12, 2015 I have a new annual inspection label to mark and install on my trailer. Last year I used a Sharpie Permanent Marker and the markings faded and are barely legible. The label states "use an indelible, permanent ink marker, pen, or pencil that will not fade in direct sunlight."What can I use that will not fade?Thanks! Quote Ken PRR Country and Charter member of the "Mack Pack" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/40429-vehicle-inspection-label/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
41chevy Posted June 12, 2015 Share Posted June 12, 2015 Laundry marker. water proof and stands up to bleach so it should last in the weather. Quote "OPERTUNITY IS MISSED BY MOST PEOPLE BECAUSE IT IS DRESSED IN OVERALLS AND LOOKS LIKE WORK" Thomas Edison “Life’s journey is not to arrive at the grave safely, in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting ‘Holy shit, what a ride!’” P.T.CHESHIRE Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/40429-vehicle-inspection-label/#findComment-293003 Share on other sites More sharing options...
IH Farms 2 Posted June 12, 2015 Share Posted June 12, 2015 My mother in law runs them thru a typewriter and the one we peeled off of a trailer last year that hadn't been used since 09 was still readable Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/40429-vehicle-inspection-label/#findComment-293014 Share on other sites More sharing options...
gearhead204 Posted June 12, 2015 Share Posted June 12, 2015 marking pen for livestock tags should do the trick as well Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/40429-vehicle-inspection-label/#findComment-293035 Share on other sites More sharing options...
farmer52 Posted June 12, 2015 Author Share Posted June 12, 2015 My mother in law runs them thru a typewriter and the one we peeled off of a trailer last year that hadn't been used since 09 was still readableTypewriter? What is a typewriter? I don't remember where my old portable is located or even if it still works.All,Thanks for the suggestions! I will try a laundry marker (Sharpie Rub-A-Dub) or livestock marking pen (should be able to find it at TSC). 1 Quote Ken PRR Country and Charter member of the "Mack Pack" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/40429-vehicle-inspection-label/#findComment-293049 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mack mhe9 Posted June 12, 2015 Share Posted June 12, 2015 I haven't had one of those on my truck in all most 20 years. No one has ever asked.I have my bi annual state inspection. That's good enough for me. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/40429-vehicle-inspection-label/#findComment-293051 Share on other sites More sharing options...
DCR Posted June 12, 2015 Share Posted June 12, 2015 Ken, I put mine on the inside of a compartment door. Protected from sun, rain, all elements, etc. Quote Denny330-550-6020A "Mack Pack" Charter Member Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/40429-vehicle-inspection-label/#findComment-293052 Share on other sites More sharing options...
farmer52 Posted June 12, 2015 Author Share Posted June 12, 2015 Ken, I put mine on the inside of a compartment door. Protected from sun, rain, all elements, etc.Denny,This is for my trailer and there are no compartment doors. Originally the label was on the left front side near the cereal number plate. I was advised to put it there so it is easily visible and hopefully discourage any DOT issues. That is where I placed it last year and it faded. Quote Ken PRR Country and Charter member of the "Mack Pack" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/40429-vehicle-inspection-label/#findComment-293069 Share on other sites More sharing options...
j hancock Posted June 12, 2015 Share Posted June 12, 2015 Cereal?I thought the trailer was for rolls and poles! 1 Quote JimIt doesn't cost anything to pay attention. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/40429-vehicle-inspection-label/#findComment-293083 Share on other sites More sharing options...
41chevy Posted June 12, 2015 Share Posted June 12, 2015 Typewriter? What is a typewriter? I don't remember where my old portable is located or even if it still works.Wow a Type Writer! Haven't heard that word in 25 years I had one some place. Probably with my Tandy Word Processor. Quote "OPERTUNITY IS MISSED BY MOST PEOPLE BECAUSE IT IS DRESSED IN OVERALLS AND LOOKS LIKE WORK" Thomas Edison “Life’s journey is not to arrive at the grave safely, in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting ‘Holy shit, what a ride!’” P.T.CHESHIRE Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/40429-vehicle-inspection-label/#findComment-293116 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MACKS Posted June 13, 2015 Share Posted June 13, 2015 I haven't had one of those on my truck in all most 20 years. No one has ever asked.I have my bi annual state inspection. That's good enough for me.you have to get your truck inspected twice a year? Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/40429-vehicle-inspection-label/#findComment-293138 Share on other sites More sharing options...
farmer52 Posted June 13, 2015 Author Share Posted June 13, 2015 Bought a fabric ink marker tonight at a local Arts and Crafts store. I will report back in a year. Thanks again for the suggestions. Quote Ken PRR Country and Charter member of the "Mack Pack" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/40429-vehicle-inspection-label/#findComment-293151 Share on other sites More sharing options...
RowdyRebel Posted June 13, 2015 Share Posted June 13, 2015 If I put 10K tags on my F250, I'd need to have it inspected twice per year, too. With 8K tags, I don't need any inspections, ever. If it were a commercial vehicle, rather than a personal one, and I used it in interstate commerce, then it would fall under the FMCSA's jurisdiction and I'd only need 1 inspection per year. Intrastate, though, every 6 months it'd be due. Quote When approaching a 4-way stop, the vehicle with the biggest tires has the right of way! Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/40429-vehicle-inspection-label/#findComment-293201 Share on other sites More sharing options...
220cummins Posted June 14, 2015 Share Posted June 14, 2015 I use a fine tip sharpie marker it leaves a impression and the fades moderately. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/40429-vehicle-inspection-label/#findComment-293233 Share on other sites More sharing options...
IH Farms 2 Posted June 15, 2015 Share Posted June 15, 2015 Yeah I know she's old school with the typewriter but it works. I used a permanent marker seems to be holding up so far been on since August I think Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/40429-vehicle-inspection-label/#findComment-293418 Share on other sites More sharing options...
farmer52 Posted June 15, 2015 Author Share Posted June 15, 2015 I completed the label on Sunday. The fabric marker "bleeds" some but is still legible. I previously used a Sharpie Permanent Marker but it faded. I will give the fabric pen a try and see what happens. BTW, I am using the white label from JJKeller that has a clear laminate cover to protect the information. The old label is the same and there are no issues with label integrity, just fading. Quote Ken PRR Country and Charter member of the "Mack Pack" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/40429-vehicle-inspection-label/#findComment-293428 Share on other sites More sharing options...
IH Farms 2 Posted June 16, 2015 Share Posted June 16, 2015 Same thing we use Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/40429-vehicle-inspection-label/#findComment-293494 Share on other sites More sharing options...
david wild Posted June 19, 2015 Share Posted June 19, 2015 Contact local gang member they tag everything and it does not fade, ask what they use 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/40429-vehicle-inspection-label/#findComment-293927 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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