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Post by trevor83 on Nov 16, 2010 12:03:31 GMT -5
Hello all, I have started on my first diecast conversions. I'm doing a 2000 Montoya Indy 500 winner and a 2010 Carpenter/Fuzzys Dallara, both in 1/18th. I'm also finally getting around to finishing a Revell 1/12th 2002 Ferrari F1 car.
Does anyone have advice on decals. The only experience I have is water slide stuff from doing plastic kits as a kid. I've seen microsol mentioned. What's the purpose of it and what are the advantages and disadvantages.
Any other general decal advice is welcomed. I'll be using Indycals for both of the diecast.
Thanks
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Post by illeagle10 on Nov 16, 2010 13:07:08 GMT -5
Hi Trevor,
If you go to Indycals site and click on "How to use Indycals decals" Michael has laid it out for you. Your question about Microsol is also answered in regard to solvents. Microsol is one of the solvents used in softening decals. Mircrosol is a less harsher solvent than say, Solvaset. However, with Michael's decals very little, if any, will be needed, unless you are trying to conform the decal to fine crevasses and bulges, such as panel lines and grating, etc....then you might try applying a decal solvent.
To get a great decal effect, do as Michael says and cut as close as you can to the decal. Invest in good sharp pair of small scissors or a good sharp Exacto knife or scalpel. A couple of different sets of tweezers are also good to have. I'm sure there are many other suggestions and tips, which the guys on this site will help you out with, but the best way to do decals is through experience. The real trick is just taking your time and being patient.
Hope this helps, Jim
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Post by Deleted on Nov 17, 2010 8:01:47 GMT -5
Trevor, listen to Jim! Great advise reading Michael's "How To"
Michael's decals are wonderful and are easy to use.
Once the decal is in place, I use a damp Q-Tip and roll it from the center of the decal out to get all the air bubbles out from under the decal. Also, if you have to use a decal softner, this is what will happen. The decal may wrinkle. Don't freak out! Use a damp Q-Tip and gently keep rolling over the decal until you get it to lay down flat. Once dry, the decal will look as if it's part of the paint.
Stu
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Post by trevor83 on Nov 17, 2010 19:48:17 GMT -5
Thanks for the advice. I hadn't noticed Michael's tutorial previously.
Follow up question. I have Minichamps Penske/M@r1b0r0 car where one of the decals (tampo?) has lifted from the surface. Its intact and complete but not stuck down. Any suggestions on what I should do to restore that?
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Post by Deleted on Nov 18, 2010 12:17:29 GMT -5
Trevor, Hmmm... I have never tried to restore a tampo decal but maybe use a mix of white glue and warm water to reattach. That way if any squeaks out from under the decal you can clean it up without damaging the paint.
Just a thought.
Stu
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Post by 2lapsdown on Nov 18, 2010 15:13:14 GMT -5
Stu, I was thinking the same thing.
John
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Post by illeagle10 on Nov 18, 2010 17:00:42 GMT -5
Trevor, Hmmm... I have never tried to restore a tampo decal but maybe use a mix of white glue and warm water to reattach. That way if any squeaks out from under the decal you can clean it up without damaging the paint. Just a thought. Stu Trevor, Stu's advice seems to be the best idea I've heard so far and I have had some success for those decals doing that. I have a Minichamps Valvoline car that had the same problem. Don't use decal solvent! I tried that and it didn't work. I wish I'd have been on this site sooner so that I would've got the advice needed to save the car. By trial and error I was able to save some of my other cars. I've been hoping that sooner or later someone will do the Valvoline decals and I can fix the car properly. Jim |
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Post by trevor83 on Dec 24, 2010 10:21:58 GMT -5
Ok, so another decal issue has arisen. I was pretty certain this would happen. On my 1/12 F2002 it includes 'carbon fiber' decals to put on the suspension. They don't stick worth a damn. I tried a few and they fell off at the slightest touch. All other decals I've used to date with the kit are fine but none of them have the edges exposed like the suspension decals do. I checked at Hobbytown (about the only hobby store left in Indy) and didn't find any decent to use as a substitute. Anyone have any recommendations? Thanks!
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Post by Deleted on Dec 24, 2010 11:14:13 GMT -5
Try spraying a lite, dusting coat of clear coat gloss on the part, then try decaling the carbon fiber decal. Sometime, they need something to hold on to.
Good Luck and Best to you!
Russ
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Post by harveythedog2 on Dec 24, 2010 14:24:43 GMT -5
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Post by clm1545 on Dec 26, 2010 10:38:28 GMT -5
Thanks for the advice. I hadn't noticed Michael's tutorial previously. Follow up question. I have Minichamps Penske/M@r1b0r0 car where one of the decals (tampo?) has lifted from the surface. Its intact and complete but not stuck down. Any suggestions on what I should do to restore that? You might try Future. Work a little under the decal with a small brush. I have had some luck with it. Take Care Craig |
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Post by eagle36 on Dec 26, 2010 13:18:51 GMT -5
I've got the opposite question. I have the Carousel 1 Jim Clark Louts 38, which you will recall, has simple "Lotus" logoes on the sides, instead of the full "Lotus Powered by Ford" logoes. I have the Island Collectibles decals to fix that, but am hestitant to remove enough of the existing decals to replace them with the correct deceas. How do I remove sections of the current markings?
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Post by Deleted on Dec 26, 2010 13:50:58 GMT -5
I've got the opposite question. I have the Carousel 1 Jim Clark Louts 38, which you will recall, has simple "Lotus" logoes on the sides, instead of the full "Lotus Powered by Ford" logoes. I have the Island Collectibles decals to fix that, but am hestitant to remove enough of the existing decals to replace them with the correct deceas. How do I remove sections of the current markings? Ask the currrent expert on rebuilding the Carousel cars....Stu. He knows what to do....THAT'S YOUR CUE STU!!! Best to you! Russ |
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Post by harveythedog2 on Dec 27, 2010 8:27:27 GMT -5
Eagle - Buy some fingernail polish remover. Pour some into a container or paper cup and dip a Q-Tip into into it. Blot the Q-Tip on a paper towel so it is only semi-wet. You don't want the remover running down the side of the car. Rub back and forth and the tampo Lotus decal will disolve. You might have to do it two or three times until all of the decal is gone. Rub a little wax on the spot where you removeed the decal and polish it up. Then apply your new decal as normal.
Works great. Good luck.
Stu
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Post by eagle36 on Dec 27, 2010 15:46:26 GMT -5
Thanks, Stu, you are a gentleman and a scholar!
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