This is how I mask

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This is how I mask

Post by Digger1 »

Of course, it's up to you, but what I like to do is actually apply the part in a non-permanent way to the rest of the body and then trim the already laid down tape around the part's periphery so that when I spray the larger part, the section of the model that'll eventually need that part I masked won't get any paint on it.

Long-winded, I know. The picture will tell it all.
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y131/SG1fan1/mask.jpg
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Post by compucrap »

if it in the end produces a nice looking model, theres nothing wrong with it. Its that dedication that in turn produces something beautiful. Good luck with all that :-D

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What type of blade do you use?
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Post by HWR MKII »

Do you use a liquid MEK based glue or tube?
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Post by Digger1 »

The semi-liquid stuff in the black tube and metal applicator from Testors.
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