Monday, May 20, 2024

Estes Condor #0807 Build, Part 22, Home Print Decal Fix


I was stuck and had to draw and print new decals.
I will keep the larger wrap around decal on the model so I didn't draw that one.

I made double decals.
Here's why I made two of each.
Home print decals aren't opaque and when set over bright white, the red turns to dark pink. This piece will need a two-layer decal.

If the home print red decals are set against some sprayed red paint you can tell the difference. It requires a double layer decal to slightly darken and match the red paint next to it. 
Red decals an inch away from red paint aren't as noticeable.



The red stripe decals on the wing fins are difficult to get straight and evenly spaced.






Notice the decal strip is a little long. It bends and continues up the inside of the wing tip.

To cut the end even with the joint - 
Wait for the decal to dry.

With a new single edge razor blade, cut through the decal extension and peel off the excess.

1 comment:

  1. Your home printed decals will make the rocket awesome.

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