Note from Zero: Eclipse Customz design and create custom paint jobs for your RC body. Ryan has put together some great tips if you're looking to do your own custom designed paint job.
Everyone always has wanted a nice lid on their R/C car. Now it is possible with these great tips by Eclipse Customz.
The first step you should take to achieve a nice custom painted body is to thoroughly wash the body with dish soap and water. Dry with a lint free cloth to keep lint fibers from sticking on the lexan which could lead to paint adhesion problems later on.
Step two to creating a stunning custom painted body is to draw your design and use liquid mask or a high quality masking tape to cut out your design with. Always use a new X-acto blade when cutting out your design. It will lead to nice clean lines and prevent bleeding when painting. (I have always used X-acto #11 blades and they have always worked well for this application).
If you are using liquid mask, apply 3-5 thick coats and allow drying completely. I usually apply my liquid mask in the late evening and it is ready to be cut the next morning.
Paint darker colors first. You do not want to paint a light color first such as white and spray black next because it could show through and give you an unwanted color.
If you want a stunning body, the main thing is to take your time and practice. Most of the designs you are trying to achieve will not come the first time you are painting a body.
Stay tuned for more painting tips by Eclipse Customz
To order a custom painted body please contact Eclipse Customs with your scheme idea, how many colors are going to be painted, body style, and body size at vols1118@yahoo.com
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