I have simulated mesh on a solid surface, but not in a metallic. It was a radar antenna, so the basic idea was similar. I used the fine mylon mesh from a tea bag (Starbucks Green Tea to be precise) attached to the plastic piece with extra thin super glue. I am sure it could be used in a similar manner on your kit partand painted in the proper colors.
F is for FIRE, That burns down the whole town!
U is for URANIUM... BOMBS!
N is for NO SURVIVORS...
- Plankton
LSM