Jon Haigwood Posted February 21, 2019 Posted February 21, 2019 Where can I find some drag class decals ? Need som A/FX. I looked at Slixx and did not see any Thanks
Bainford Posted February 21, 2019 Posted February 21, 2019 White dry transfer lettering works a treat. Sometimes I also use flat white paint and a fine brush to free-hand lettering on windshields to replicate shoe polish numbers, especially on bracket cars.
Jon Haigwood Posted February 21, 2019 Author Posted February 21, 2019 On 2/21/2019 at 6:13 PM, Bainford said: White dry transfer lettering works a treat. Sometimes I also use flat white paint and a fine brush to free-hand lettering on windshields to replicate shoe polish numbers, especially on bracket cars. Expand Would Michaels carry the transfer letters ?
Bainford Posted February 21, 2019 Posted February 21, 2019 I think they may have something in the scrapbooking section, but I have found their selection of dry transfer letters to be a bit lacking. Stationery stores used to be the best place, but they have all been replaced by Staples, etc, and dry transfers are a bit too analogue for those guys (though they do have a limited selection). They used to be very common before everyone owned a computer, but these days your best bet would probably be to do a google search for online suppliers. Also, check out model train suppliers as they seem to have some of this stuff around.
64SS350 Posted February 21, 2019 Posted February 21, 2019 Parma had made some, technically stickers...being a shade thicker, but I don't know if they are still produced, since they went out of business a few years ago. These were for slot cars. Maybe check pinewood derby section also.
Jantrix Posted February 21, 2019 Posted February 21, 2019 On 2/21/2019 at 6:24 PM, Jon Haigwood said: Would Michaels carry the transfer letters ? Expand Try any hobby store that has model railroad.
John Pol Posted February 21, 2019 Posted February 21, 2019 I got mine at a plain art store micheals doesn`t carry them
gtx6970 Posted February 21, 2019 Posted February 21, 2019 I've used paint and a fine brush in most cases. Ive also done some in Microsoft word printed on clear address labels
Dave Van Posted February 21, 2019 Posted February 21, 2019 Gofer Racing Decals has a Gasser sheet with classes in two colors. Available direct and from dealers like Model Round-up.
High octane Posted February 21, 2019 Posted February 21, 2019 On 2/21/2019 at 6:43 PM, Jantrix said: Try any hobby store that has model railroad. Expand Ditto!
berr13 Posted February 22, 2019 Posted February 22, 2019 I've always wanted to try a white Sharpie, but whenever I'm somewhere they sell 'em I never remember I want one. Has anyone ever tried that?
peteski Posted February 22, 2019 Posted February 22, 2019 (edited) If you are worried about free-handing the lettering on a model, get some clear-film decal paper designed for laser printers (not ink jet) and then draw the lettering on that. Once you are happy with the results, cut out the lettering and apply it to the model, just as any other lettering. Edited February 22, 2019 by peteski
Snake45 Posted February 22, 2019 Posted February 22, 2019 On 2/22/2019 at 5:11 AM, berr13 said: I've always wanted to try a white Sharpie, but whenever I'm somewhere they sell 'em I never remember I want one. Has anyone ever tried that? Expand I just found one last week in the craft section of Walmart. Have been playing with it. I tend to like it so far. Haven't used it for window/shoe polish type markings yet, but it might work well for that. Well, except that the paint in it is glossy.
berr13 Posted February 23, 2019 Posted February 23, 2019 On 2/22/2019 at 1:42 PM, Snake45 said: I just found one last week in the craft section of Walmart. Have been playing with it. I tend to like it so far. Haven't used it for window/shoe polish type markings yet, but it might work well for that. Well, except that the paint in it is glossy. Expand Yeah, that's what I envisioned--shoe polish class markings and numbers, in scale. But, if the marker comes out glossy, that's a problem. I'll have to look for one in WM next time I'm there and experiment with it myself. Thanks letting us know your experience!
Snake45 Posted February 23, 2019 Posted February 23, 2019 (edited) On 2/23/2019 at 1:36 AM, berr13 said: Yeah, that's what I envisioned--shoe polish class markings and numbers, in scale. But, if the marker comes out glossy, that's a problem. I'll have to look for one in WM next time I'm there and experiment with it myself. Thanks letting us know your experience! Expand I used mine today to do the side marker lights on a couple bodies. The paint is thin, and flows and covers well though 2 coats are often needed. Dries fairly quickly too. It makes a great base for the final Turn Signal Amber or Stop Light Red and is much easier to use than Testor White and a brush! I'm starting to like it ALMOST as much as my beloved Silver Sharpies! Oh, I just remembered a trick you might want to experiment with if you want it flat like shoe polish. After it's dry, rub it with a pencil eraser. That's what I do when I use gloss red or orange paint on my handgun front sights to kill the glare. Edited February 23, 2019 by Snake45
oldcarfan Posted February 23, 2019 Posted February 23, 2019 On 2/21/2019 at 6:24 PM, Jon Haigwood said: Would Michaels carry the transfer letters ? Expand Michael's and Hobby Lobby carry some, but usually only in black. You might also check HobbyTown or somewhere that stocks Woodland Scenic train rub-on letters.
Jon Haigwood Posted February 23, 2019 Author Posted February 23, 2019 Thanks for the replies , I found some at Gofer Decals Thanks Jon
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