Painting M on timing cover

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Peteg
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Painting M on timing cover

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Hi all
Any one got any tips on painting the M On timing case
Which is the best paint to use,do you have to etch first
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REW
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Re: Painting M on timing cover

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I use Humbrol model paint using a fine, small modeling paint brush (obviously!). Wipe the case clean with paint thinners; no need to roughen or etch. If you stray, let the paint dry then use a scalpel blade to scrape off the excess.
Ron

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Peteg
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Re: Painting M on timing cover

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Cheers Ron
Used Humbrol turned out ok
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Re: Painting M on timing cover

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Same!


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