Oldmopars Posted April 7, 2017 Posted April 7, 2017 So, I have an Italeri Volvo FH16 kit that I am working on. It came cast is several colors, but all the body parts are white, and very nice. I wanted to paint it white anyway. Is it possible to just clear coat the white plastic? I love the detail it has and would hate to loose it to primer and paint. Could I polish it? What would you suggest? Also, if I do one of these options, do I do it before or after I assemble the body?
Chariots of Fire Posted April 7, 2017 Posted April 7, 2017 Why clear coat it? Use some Novus plastic scratch remover #2 and the polish and you will have a great finish.
kilrathy10 Posted April 8, 2017 Posted April 8, 2017 Haven't used a molded in color in years, but I'd definitely assemble the parts, first, before I did any clear coating, but Charles may have something, there.....
Oldmopars Posted April 9, 2017 Author Posted April 9, 2017 The rest of the kit I am painting. I assembled the frame, and painted it, the engine, etc. I have painted every part of the truck, but the body is just so nice, I hate to chance it with paint.
clayton Posted April 12, 2017 Posted April 12, 2017 The body may turn a yellow over time or even fade.
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