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Originally posted by Splat View Post
Thanks!!!
Plugging along on the fuselage and empennage...
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Originally posted by Gringotuerto View Post
I found the nose decal to be the most challenging, getting everything flat and symmetric on both sides. But it is doable if you're careful and wet the area first. I think I used some of the Microscale decal products for those also.
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Originally posted by AceMigKiller View PostThe results are so worth it when you apply them correctly. And you can go as simple or complex as you like.
I know some guys that go ham and use modeling techniques to sink them in to each panel line and seal them up tight.
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Splat, AceMigKiller Gringotuerto are correct, Micro Set and Micro Sol work great at softening the decal and getting it to sink into the panel lines. Like you, I had not applied waterslides for many years. It took patience and good lighting, but I was pleased with the results. I did have to freehand paint the 'nostril' of the "Hawg" but easy enough. No matter which scheme you are doing, some touch up painting might be needed. Great work so far. Looking forward to seeing your finished airframe. Best, LB
I solemnly swear to "over-celebrate" the smallest of victories.~Lucky B*st*rd~
You'll never be good at something unless you're willing to suck at it first.~Anonymous~
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Originally posted by PaulZ View PostThe nose art decals are a pain in the a... I was just trying to get the Blacksnakes nose decal right and can't get the two sides to match. My OCD brain is not happy!
While I was dinking around with joining the fwd and aft fuselage parts I was running the wire from the rear strobe and noticed something. The wire connectors for the wings, are they supposed to be plugged into the corresponding side of the control board? Left to left and right to right? Mine are crossed...left goes to right, right goes to left. Do I need to swap them??
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Originally posted by Splat View PostOkay I've about had it with these decals lol.
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Originally posted by Splat View PostOkay I've about had it with these decals lol. I still have to finish the wings and engines when I get there but here are some looks at my snake...oh wait, can I do that here? It's not that kinda a forum. 🤣 I think it looks okay, my OCD wasn't having it.I solemnly swear to "over-celebrate" the smallest of victories.~Lucky B*st*rd~
You'll never be good at something unless you're willing to suck at it first.~Anonymous~
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Originally posted by Splat View Post
I just finished my nose...the blacksnake and lets just say, HOLY CRAP...lol I'll post pics in a minute but I have another pressing question.
While I was dinking around with joining the fwd and aft fuselage parts I was running the wire from the rear strobe and noticed something. The wire connectors for the wings, are they supposed to be plugged into the corresponding side of the control board? Left to left and right to right? Mine are crossed...left goes to right, right goes to left. Do I need to swap them??
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