I have an USAAF insigna decal that goes on the bottom side of the wing, on my P-47. The deal is the decal covers a series of rectangular holes ( I think where the ammunition shells discharged from). What is the best way to preserve these holes? Do I let it dry and try to cut them out with an exacto of whats best to do?
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redman71
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Decals covering holes
redman71
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Posted: Monday, May 03, 2004 - 11:31 AM UTC
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Posted: Monday, May 03, 2004 - 11:37 AM UTC
That's the way I'd do it.
ukgeoff
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Posted: Monday, May 03, 2004 - 11:43 AM UTC
If you use decal softening agents, like Micro Sol/ Micro Set, it should draw the decal into any recesses. If it fails to work the first time, prick the decal with a pin and re-apply the decal solution.
redman71
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Posted: Monday, May 03, 2004 - 12:01 PM UTC
I am using Micro Set/Micro Sol......where exactly do I need to poke the hole(s) in the center or the corners? I just dont want to melt the decal with too much Micro Sol.
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