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First time working with photo etched parts. I like the seatbelts included in the detail up parts set for Tamiya‘s Zero. I’m terrible at painting the belts when they are already molded in the seat. Here’s the question. Every tutorial I see shows the modeler installing the photo etched belts and then painting. Wouldnt it make more sense to paint first then install?
I always paint mine before fitting. The main issue is that the belts need to be bent or folded to the right shape and the paint can crack when doing this.
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In that case yes.Ship railings too.Some pieces are better installed 1st,like exhaust covers tool clamps and the like,painted after attaching on armor models.
Thanks gentlemen. I thought about cracking paint. It wouldn’t be the end of the world to touch up once installed. I just removed the belts from the photo etched fret. That was a timely process. I thought a light touch with a knife would remove them. It took a little finesse to finally free them. So I’m going to clean the parts, prime, paint, install, and touch up any cracked paint. Is that the right process?
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I paint mine while still on the fret, but the process is the same.
Mine too.
Glad you mentioned priming. I use mostly acrylic paints and they don't adhere to PE well, so a good primer is important. Especially the belts. Unprimed, touching them the wrong way can flex them and pop unprimed paint right off.
What's the best kind of primer for PE?
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Srpuln10 What's the best kind of primer for PE?
I always spray Mr Surfacer 1200 if I can get it,or Tamiya Extra Fine.Works for me,have not had a problem with paint adhesion or peeling off.
I try to preform them and then paint. Stick them with a dab of CA or white glue. Once in the pit they aren't going to see a lot of abuse.
After I wash the PE, I brush on some vinegar for a few minutes. then wash it off. I think the mild acid etches the surface and makes the paint adhere better.
I used Tamiya fine spray primer. Worked well and had very little touch up after installing the belts. I think I’m sold on PE for aircraft seat belts.
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