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Old 04-26-2008, 01:52 PM
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I need to paint the border of a rear hatch. Thanks!
Old 04-26-2008, 02:23 PM
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I have ordered this, not here yet but should do the job.

http://www.fivestarbodies.com/index....products_id=22


They have some really cool looking body attachment jigs, DVD, supplies, etc, I am going to look the site over a bit more closely

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Thanks Rick!
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just use lexan spray paint, and it will be fine. Tape off the area on the INSIDE before you mount it, and then spray it on. You can get small cans at any hobby shop, as most RC car bodies are lexan. Similarly, these are painted on the inside so that the clear lexan gives the gloss, and protects the finish.
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I just used hardware store bought plastic paint. Scuffed the area I wanted to paint very mildly first. Make sure you blow out all the dust and clean thoroughly or it will show with the black paint.
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I have to paint on the outside as I did some repairs on the edge. Thanks guys!
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I use model car paint from the hobbyshop. Have a piece on the car that's over 4 years old since painted.

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