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ENGINE28HAZMAT
Joined: 11 Mar 2018 Posts: 39 Location: City of Champions
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Posted: Fri Mar 16, 2018 11:14 am Post subject: Stupid question.... |
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Real stupid question to ask, but I've ever only used warm water when applying decals. What seems to be the pros and cons for decal solutions I've seen? I have no experience with them. Thanks |
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Jim N
Joined: 29 Jan 2018 Posts: 651
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Posted: Fri Mar 16, 2018 12:24 pm Post subject: |
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You can have an adverse reaction between the decal setting solution and the decals. I have had decal setting solution actually wrinkle the decals when the solution was to help set the decal. If you are using computer generated decals (ALPS or laser), the ink can run a bit. I use Micro Sol and Micro Set for what its worth.
My advice is to use a decal setting solution only when you have to. |
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Dennis O Board Moderator
Joined: 28 Jan 2018 Posts: 886 Location: Louisville, Ky.
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Posted: Fri Mar 16, 2018 12:39 pm Post subject: |
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Some solutions will in fact wrinkle a decal. Resist the urge to touch it. Leave it alone and 99% of the time they will flatten. Some setting solutions are stronger than others with the strongest I use Solv-A-Set. I have found the Micro-Sol and Micro-Set to be not as strong. The old kit decals from the Revell-Monogram were tough. I'm not sure anything would hurt those decals. My suggestion is to take a couple of decals and try them on a junk body to get the feel and to gauge if your decals are going to react to the solution. _________________ Dennis
Artificial Intelligence is no match for Natural Stupidity.......
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HurricaneDave3
Joined: 29 Jan 2018 Posts: 304 Location: Allentown, PA
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Posted: Fri Mar 16, 2018 12:42 pm Post subject: |
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That's actually a great question, I've never used anything but warm water myself. Since I've been on this board I've learned a lot of new things, and, I've been curious about setting solutions as well, pros and cons to the different products out there. Great answer Jim and Dennis. _________________ Would love to have time to finish but I have kids:
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OldTrucker
Joined: 28 Jan 2018 Posts: 132
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Posted: Fri Mar 16, 2018 6:07 pm Post subject: Re: Stupid question.... |
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ENGINE28HAZMAT wrote: | Real stupid question to ask, but I've ever only used warm water when applying decals. What seems to be the pros and cons for decal solutions I've seen? I have no experience with them. Thanks |
I remember a Sgt. Major that regularly impressed up on his men that "the only stupid question is one not asked!"
So just ask! |
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Mack
Joined: 28 Jan 2018 Posts: 732 Location: deep south
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Posted: Fri Mar 16, 2018 8:31 pm Post subject: Re: Stupid question.... |
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OldTrucker wrote: | ENGINE28HAZMAT wrote: | Real stupid question to ask, but I've ever only used warm water when applying decals. What seems to be the pros and cons for decal solutions I've seen? I have no experience with them. Thanks |
I remember a Sgt. Major that regularly impressed up on his men that "the only stupid question is one not asked!"
So just ask! |
yep, no such thing as a stupid question here. That's how we learn. _________________ life is hard, it's harder when you're stupid. John Wayne |
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scooter64
Joined: 27 Jan 2018 Posts: 301
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Posted: Sun Mar 18, 2018 10:37 pm Post subject: |
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i use walthers solvaset...
i only use it for problem decals or if i have to make it bend around a corner/snug down into a contour... _________________
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Modified23
Joined: 04 Mar 2018 Posts: 2
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Posted: Mon Mar 19, 2018 6:55 am Post subject: |
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Walthers here too. It's can get a little vicious with Scale Motorsport Carbon Fiber decals. Gentle touch is a must! Always have used warm tap water too. |
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Henryjint
Joined: 28 Jan 2018 Posts: 1983 Location: NY State's Hudson Valley
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Posted: Mon Mar 19, 2018 9:04 am Post subject: |
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Solvaset _________________ Forum member since 10/25/2010 |
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BVAUGHN
Joined: 29 Jan 2018 Posts: 505
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Posted: Mon Mar 19, 2018 10:58 am Post subject: |
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Thanks fr asking the question. Like you I have always used warm water.Appreciate info on different setting solutions.
Bill |
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joe b
Joined: 31 Jan 2018 Posts: 209 Location: New Jersey
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Posted: Mon Mar 19, 2018 12:50 pm Post subject: |
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micro-set/micro-sol whenever i apply decals and walthers solv-a-set for tough curves and when need to snuggle down into a indent. i will also use it to get rid of silvering. prick the area silvered with a pin or sharp exato or even a slight slash, and appy the solv-a-set let sit a bit then pat lightly to get it under the decal and set.
joe |
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