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                        Painting PE

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                        osher
                        • Member since
                          April 2003
                        • From: Edgware, London
                        Painting PE
                        Posted by osher on Wednesday, January 26, 2005 9:08 AM
                        For the BoB GB, I'm using a PE set for the cockpit. I've painted PE before, for straps, and not had a problem. This time there is a wider expanse of metal, and I'm using Xtracolor enams, rather than Humbrol enamel. I'm having a problem with coverage. No matter how much I paint (brush) the PE seems to remain the same colour! What am I doing wrong?
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                        KJ200
                        • Member since
                          July 2003
                        • From: Bicester, England
                        Posted by KJ200 on Thursday, January 27, 2005 3:36 AM
                        Osher Have you tried roughing up the surface of the PE before you paint, as this should allow the paint to adhere better, and therefore hopefully coat better. I use a fibreglass pencil, but a rub down with wet and dry would do the job.

                        Karl

                        Currently on the bench: AZ Models 1/72 Mig 17PF

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                        qmiester
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                          May 2003
                        • From: Central USA
                        Posted by qmiester on Thursday, January 27, 2005 4:48 AM
                        You might also try dipping the PE in vinegar. Vinegar, being a mild acid will microscopicaly etch the surface, giving the paint something to grip. Just dip for a couple of minutes, and then rinse with cold running water. Let dry and then paint.
                        Quincy
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                        osher
                        • Member since
                          April 2003
                        • From: Edgware, London
                        Posted by osher on Saturday, January 29, 2005 9:01 PM
                        Thanks guys! I'm a bit worried about losing detail with some wet and dry, but the idea of vinegar sounds appealing, even if the smell doesn't! Big Smile [:D] I'll try that next time.
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