quick decal set and solution question

Modeling Subjects Aircraft
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Hey gang,

I know this should probably be in the decal section, but this forum sees more action than they do.

Anyway, I forget which does what. Which softens up the decals and which pulls it down into the nooks and crannies?

Thanks,

Fred

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I use the microscale system.

Micro set softens and improves the adhesion and Micro Sol softens and draws the decal down.

Has always worked well for me.

Brent

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Micro Set (Blue bottle) softens decals & improves adhesion. It should be applied to the model surface before placing the decal. Micro Sol (Red bottle) softens the decals & draws them down to conform to the model surface. It should be applied to the decal after it’s in position on the model.

Regards, Rick

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Thanks for the info, guys [:D]

For some reason, I can’t get the decal to conform using the solution. Maybe it’s too old, or the decals are a bit funky, I don’t know.

I’m used to applying the solution, watching the decals shrivel up and then settle down. I’m not getting that reaction this time. I thought maybe I was using the set and solution backwards or something.

Oh well, I’ll keep trying.

Thanks again,

Fred

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Fred,

You do know that doing the same thing and expecting different results is the definition of insanity, don’t you? [8-]

Some decals are only good for lining trash baskets. What kit are they from?

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I agree, some decals are complete crap. I’ve been trying out Micro-Set, and I think Micro-Sol is more necessary for conforming decals to irregular surfaces. Good luck…