Masking Help

ziprc · Post by **ziprc** » Wed Jun 25, 2003 9:13 pm

I need some help masking my bodies for painting. Well here's the method i use, tell me if htere is a better way. i stick a wad of masking tape onto the window, and spread it out good into the creases. then i run an X-acto knife along the creases to cut out the shape of the window, then peel off the excess. my problem is after painting, when i peel off the mask, there are cuts in the glass from the knife. do i just have to be super patient when cutting and do it lightly like 600 times or wat?

Stoli · Post by **Stoli** » Wed Jun 25, 2003 9:17 pm

Just make sure when you cut you do it on an up angle kinda as if you were gonna cut the window from the body. Also be gentle. Paitience is a virtue.

Post by **CaboWabo** » Wed Jun 25, 2003 9:28 pm

welcome to da crib ziprc

yea - go slow and be patient.
you're more likely to have the blade get away from you the harder you press. the lighter you press - the more control you have.
go slow and watch where you're cutting.

also, for trickier areas, you might want to use liquid mask and just brush it on.

ziprc · Post by **ziprc** » Wed Jun 25, 2003 9:31 pm

thanks cabo (seen u on tinyrc b4) and stoli for the great tips. it worked out great. btw, where can i pick up/make liquid mask?

Post by **CaboWabo** » Wed Jun 25, 2003 9:39 pm

pretty much any hobby shop should have it
here's what I use:

noxorc · Post by **noxorc** » Wed Jun 25, 2003 9:48 pm

Or you can use my invention.....The Elmer Mod.

Elmers Glue works fine. Let it dry good.

Oh...and welcome to da hood.

-nOx

crazydave · Post by **crazydave** » Wed Jun 25, 2003 11:30 pm

I've found a good thick clear coat will hide most knife, and sanding scratches.