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Post by Deleted on Dec 16, 2011 22:11:57 GMT
I've got a full length 1/76 scale ALX400 to repaint.
The problem is that it has no lower deck rear windscreen and cutting a new one is a hard job and would be difficult for me to get it to look good. My thought is that if I put a rear advert on the model, then cutting a hole in the casting for the screen would not be required.
However in order to produce a transfer for a rear ad I need a photo of a rear ad on a real bus. I don't have one. Does anyone have a square on photo of a rear advert on an ALX400 which I could use to produce a white transfer?
Any help would be much appreciated. Either reply on here or pm me.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 16, 2011 22:37:57 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Dec 16, 2011 22:50:55 GMT
Cheers Jasem, think one of them might do it.
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Post by paddy1534 on Apr 5, 2012 22:06:16 GMT
I am just starting out on the model repaints, I would also like some help! Can you describe to me how to do the fleet names, numbers and destination boards on the printer, ie: what programme do you use and what size do you print them out? I have some waterslide transfer paper, but every attempt so far has failed!!!
Thanks
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Post by duncan on Apr 5, 2012 22:47:42 GMT
I am just starting out on the model repaints, I would also like some help! Can you describe to me how to do the fleet names, numbers and destination boards on the printer, ie: what programme do you use and what size do you print them out? I have some waterslide transfer paper, but every attempt so far has failed!!! Thanks Best programmne I have found is Microsoft Publisher, You just nee to find the correct fonts and then print as normal paper. It then needs to dry for 24 hours (if using an inkjet printer) then apply several coats of waterproof laquer allowing it to dry between coats. It should then be ready for use once dry. Good luck. |
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Post by metromadman on Apr 6, 2012 17:14:19 GMT
How long would be a reasonable time to allow lacquer to dry between coats?
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Post by duncan on Apr 6, 2012 17:17:25 GMT
How long would be a reasonable time to allow lacquer to dry between coats? Depends on the lacquer, normally 6-8 hours. If you are not sure leave it longer. |
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Post by paddy1534 on Apr 6, 2012 20:22:11 GMT
So basically, you print out the logo/destination, wait for it to dry, coat it with laquer waiting for it to dry between coats, then apply it to model?
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Post by duncan on Apr 6, 2012 20:40:43 GMT
So basically, you print out the logo/destination, wait for it to dry, coat it with laquer waiting for it to dry between coats, then apply it to model? Correct, it can then be applied as an ordinary waterslide transfer. |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 6, 2012 21:33:29 GMT
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Post by metromadman on Apr 7, 2012 7:37:28 GMT
Would you cut the decals to size before spraying with Lacquer or does it not matter?
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Post by Deleted on Apr 7, 2012 8:05:57 GMT
Cut them after spraying the lacqeur but when they're still dry. Then depending on the size put them in water for about 5-20 seconds (until they slide off the backing paper)
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Post by transit on Apr 7, 2012 11:31:02 GMT
For my bus models (check my posts in the Modellers section) i use a combination of Coral Draw, Microsoft Word or Paint to design the image required. Once done , i then print onto transfer paper ect ...basic tutorial here .... bit.ly/I5MCj6If any fellow local bus modellers have any problems making transfers , i have a large stock of local bus fleetnames , adverts ect to help with your project which i have designed myself over the past few years - give me a shout !  |
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