How do you mask an RC body?

How to properly mask a body

  1. PREPARE THE BODY FOR MASKING. I wash the body in warm water, with a soft sponge and dish detergent, to remove the residue on the Lexan due to the vacuum forming process and just from being at the factory.
  2. OVERSPRAY FILM.
  3. WINDOW MASKS.
  4. CUSTOM MASKING.
  5. APPLY THE MASK.
  6. CUT YOUR DRAWING.
  7. TIME TO DESIGN.

What kind of paint do you use on RC bodies?

acrylic paints
If you want to do an overall paint job on the RC body, enamel or acrylic paints will give you the best results.

Can you brush on liquid mask?

Can i apply the Liquid Mask only with a spray gun or also with a brush? Yes you can apply our LM in both the ways: if spray apply 2 coats, if by brush it must have soft bristles and 3 coats are recommended.

What is liquid mask used for?

A: Masking liquid, also known as masking fluid, is a water-based clear coating that’s been acrylic modified. It’s designed to peel from glass with ease to save you time when painting doors and windows with multiple glass insert.

How long does liquid mask take to dry?

45 to 60 minutes
A: Masking liquid generally takes 45 to 60 minutes to dry.

Do you need special paint for RC body?

What Kind Of Paint Do You Use On Rc Car Body? A enamel or acrylic paint is generally the best choice for painting the RC body since it provides the best results for most users. RC cars made from Lexan, metal, fiberglass, carbon fiber, and more are made with both types of paint.

What paint will stick to Lexan?

Lexan accepts most acrylic paints well and cleanup is simple. Airbrushing is the most efficient and fastest way to paint Lexan plastic quickly and evenly. Applying acrylic paint to Lexan helps protect the surface from both ultraviolet light and water corrosion.

Which masking fluid is best?

The Best Masking Fluids and Liquid Friskets for Painterly Precision with Watercolors

  1. Grafix White Mask Liquid Frisket.
  2. Fineline Masking Fluid Pen.
  3. Grumbacher Miskit Liquid Frisket.
  4. Winsor & Newton Art Masking Fluid.
  5. Peel-Tek Crafters Masking Fluid.