Cutting out numbers from a sheet

[TomZ]

I ruined the "22" number decal that goes on the radiator of my Lindberg Stutz racer. I thought I would simply print an outline on white decal paper and cut it out. But then I realized that my chances of making acceptable cuts on the curved portions of the "2" is about zero. Does anyone have a technique for cutting out curves like that?

Thanks!

[Cato]

Get some .020 sheet styrene. Make a photocopy of your number and transfer to styrene. Then cut out by hand with sharp scissors or Exacto. Use the styrene as a template for your decal paper and do the same. It will take several tries to get it right.

Otherwise, search online for press-on ready made letter / number sheets.

[Lizard Racing]

If the number goes on the radiator, photocopy your number onto regular paper and cut out the numerals to make a stencil.

Tape the stencil in position and use the dry-brush technique to paint the numbers.

Thus, the paint will only be on the top fins of the radiator.  Just like they did in the day.

[TomZ]

If the number goes on the radiator, photocopy your number onto regular paper and cut out the numerals to make a stencil.

Tape the stencil in position and use the dry-brush technique to paint the numbers.

Thus, the paint will only be on the top fins of the radiator.  Just like they did in the day.

THAT, sir, is a great idea!

That stencil method is a good one to remember, too.

thanks!