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This heavyweight garment-dyed tee brings workshop pride to everyday wear. The front art shows a strong, focused mechanic cradling a turbocharger with the bold slogan “SPOOLS BEFORE FOOLS” — a cheeky nod to turbo enthusiasts who value precision over bravado. The dye-after-construction finish yields a lived-in softness and subtle vintage depth that gets better with every wash. Cut for a relaxed fit with durable double-needle seams and a sewn-in label, it’s the kind of shirt you reach for when you want something tough, comfortable, and quietly confident while wrenching in the garage or hanging out with fellow car people.
Worn by enthusiasts who love forced induction and late-night tuning sessions, this tee pairs with grease-stained jeans or a favorite hoodie. It works naturally at car meets, track days, or when you’re swapping parts and stories. The image and lettering speak mechanic language — turbo, spool, boost — without needing an explanation. The garment-dyed hand-feel and sturdy construction mean it stands up to the shop while feeling soft against the skin.
Product features
- 100% ring-spun US cotton — pre-shrunk for consistent fit
- Heavyweight 6.1 oz fabric with a relaxed, durable cut
- Garment-dyed finish for a soft, vintage texture
- Double-needle stitching and tubular knit (no side seams) for strength and reduced waste
- Sizes S–4XL, sewn-in label, available in 58 colors
Care instructions
- Machine wash: cold (max 30C or 90F)
- Do not bleach
- Tumble dry: low heat
- Iron, steam or dry: low heat
- Do not dryclean
Spools Before Fools T-Shirt — Turbo Mechanic Graphic Tee
$30.99
| S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL | 4XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Width, in | 18.25 | 20.25 | 22.00 | 24.00 | 26.00 | 27.75 | 29.75 |
| Length, in | 26.62 | 28.00 | 29.37 | 30.75 | 31.62 | 32.50 | 33.50 |
| Sleeve length from center back, in | 16.25 | 17.75 | 19.00 | 20.50 | 21.75 | 23.25 | 24.63 |
| Size tolerance, in | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 |
| S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL | 4XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Width, in | 18.25 | 20.25 | 22.00 | 24.00 | 26.00 | 27.75 | 29.75 |
| Length, in | 26.62 | 28.00 | 29.37 | 30.75 | 31.62 | 32.50 | 33.50 |
| Sleeve length from center back, in | 16.25 | 17.75 | 19.00 | 20.50 | 21.75 | 23.25 | 24.63 |
| Size tolerance, in | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 |
Worn by enthusiasts who love forced induction and late-night tuning sessions, this tee pairs with grease-stained jeans or a favorite hoodie. It works naturally at car meets, track days, or when you’re swapping parts and stories. The image and lettering speak mechanic language — turbo, spool, boost — without needing an explanation. The garment-dyed hand-feel and sturdy construction mean it stands up to the shop while feeling soft against the skin.
Product features
- 100% ring-spun US cotton — pre-shrunk for consistent fit
- Heavyweight 6.1 oz fabric with a relaxed, durable cut
- Garment-dyed finish for a soft, vintage texture
- Double-needle stitching and tubular knit (no side seams) for strength and reduced waste
- Sizes S–4XL, sewn-in label, available in 58 colors
Care instructions
- Machine wash: cold (max 30C or 90F)
- Do not bleach
- Tumble dry: low heat
- Iron, steam or dry: low heat
- Do not dryclean