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Rob Spires Board Moderator
Joined: 27 Jan 2018 Posts: 185
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Posted: Wed Jul 08, 2020 12:27 pm Post subject: Applying Fred Cady Decals |
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Hey guys, I came into the hobby during the Slixx era, so I’ve never used a set of Cady decals, but now is the time. Are there any particular tips to for layering them or any gotchas I need to look out for?
Do you find it’s better to lay the outlines first to get the right positioning, or should I begin with the background color and layer “up”?
I can already see at least one instance where I might need to switch up the layering, but any tips for general best practices are certainly appreciated! |
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spooker
Joined: 11 Feb 2018 Posts: 437
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Posted: Wed Jul 08, 2020 1:54 pm Post subject: |
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Always place the background first, then the border or shadow. Sometimes a sponsor logo with 3 or 4 layers requires some thought before applying. Fred's decals were the first aftermarket decals I ever used, and I've always found them to be very forgiving and easy to apply. Solvaset has always worked well for me. The key is patience, both with the first layers drying thoroughly and with the Solvaset. They will really wrinkle up but almost always dry perfectly flat and adhered well. They also seem to age better than most other decals, I've used some over 25 years old with no problems.
Brian |
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BW
Joined: 01 Feb 2018 Posts: 218 Location: Lick Creek, Alabama
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Posted: Wed Jul 08, 2020 2:23 pm Post subject: |
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Everything spooker said X2.
-Bobby |
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Rob Spires Board Moderator
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Posted: Wed Jul 08, 2020 3:02 pm Post subject: |
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Thanks Spooker and Bobby. Great info. I will be using Solvaset, so good to know that it works well. No concerns about the Solvaset messing up the layer under it? Of course I will wait until it is completely dry...
Thanks again for the info. I know Fred was a pioneer in aftermarket decals, so it’s cool to be using one of his sheets. |
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George Andrews
Joined: 30 Jan 2018 Posts: 460
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Posted: Wed Jul 08, 2020 10:01 pm Post subject: |
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Double agree on the Solvaset. Also try to trim the decal film as close to the artwork as possible. A SHARP pair of scissors is a must here - look at a JoAnn Fabric of Michaels Arts & Crafts for FISKAR brand. Kinda pricey but worth it. |
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Rob Spires Board Moderator
Joined: 27 Jan 2018 Posts: 185
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Posted: Thu Jul 09, 2020 4:35 pm Post subject: |
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Thanks for the tip George, fortunately I have some good scissors.
I laid the first layer last night, and you guys were right about the Solvaset. It started working almost instantly. I actually tore one of the decals with the Solvaset brush while I was applying it. It’s THAT fast...
One other takeaway is how thin they are. I had to be really careful to watch for edges curling under since they’re so thin.
All in all it went well, though, and I’m looking forward to seeing it really come alive with the second layer tonight, |
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