Masking curves

[AlanG]

I watch a tv program called Overhaulin' quite a lot and have seen them use this product loads of times. It's called pin-stripe tape and is flexible enough to do moderate bends/curves. The type I have is made by 3M. I have found it really useful for following the curve of aircraft wings.

Here is a quick example of what I mean. It's only a shallow curve but you can definitely do sharper ones then that. There is no way I could have got that curve with just one piece of Tamiya tape Just remember to make it less sticky than when it starts are it's grippy stuff.

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[CDW]

It's great stuff, the fun I've had with that sort of stuff on motors

Still got some knocking around I think, the reason why it sweeps so nicely is (if it's the same as the old stuff) it's made of polyurethane which stretches and keeps it's shape as the molecules settle.

 

[Flytig77]

Any tips on masking off a prop spinner?

 

[AlanG]

Yeah get the Eduard prop strips lol

 

[john i am]

Thanks for the tip Allyne how much is the pinstripe tape and were would I get it from cheers John

 

[ojays]

You should be able to get 'striping/lining tape' from any paint/bodyshop suppliers. I have roles from 1/8th to 1/2 inch, just remember to run the tape between your fingers before applying. This reduces the tack slightly, but not enough to stop it adhering to your surface.

I have used this type of lining tape in my bodyshop for 20+ years and found it invaluable.

Gregg