Dhominator

I run 15x6 - 16x4w props and would like the tips to leave a trail... it looks cool and would make me feel safer to boot. Do people do this? Does it work well? Does the paint get thrown off over time? Balance issues?

/zeb

McFlyboy

Just rebalance after painting and you'll be fine. I know a guy who does this with every apc he uses. If you want to ask him, do a google search for Radio Control Model World, then look for Aerodynamic Forum with Alasdair Sutherland.

bentgear

I dip the prop tip in a paint jar to get the balance right. Let it hang for a minute to let most of the paint drip off. Don't consider the prop balanced till the paint is good and dry.

White background with a flourescent yellow or orange overcoat on the tip makes the prop stand out better than a sore thumb.

Ed M.

Dhominator

What type of paint should I use on APC props?

I like the idea of priming it white then adding a color

Thanks all.

/zeb

kdheath

They can be dyed with Rit dye, too.

Richard L.

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Use Model Masters Acrylics to paint the prop tips. Although I paint most of my prop tips, the tips on APC props are so small that painting them won't do much.

Here are some of my painted Graupner props:

RC_Fanatic

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I use nail polish to color the tips, and for balancing. Goes on easy, levels out well, sticks very well, dries fast and plenty of colors to choose from.

Richard L.

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That's a pretty good idea. I should try that sometimes. However, I think I would feel a little awkward standing in the store checking out nail polish. I hope they come in either insignia yellow or deep yellow.

tailskid

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I've done the old 'Red/White/Blue' combo before and it looked great!

Jerry

Dhominator

Good point on the tip shape... will be some trial and error in how much to paint vs visual effect. I'm running the apc wide props on a couple planes at the moment... the wide ones have a lot more tip to work with. Will track down some paint and give it a go.

/zeb

Dhominator

Well alrighty then... will try nail polish. Any need to prime when using nail posish?

Yeah, it's not just standing in line with the nail polish... I'm sure the color makes an impression too...

/zeb

tailskid

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Make sure the color matches your outfit, or at least your shoes

Jerry

PS Don't worry about the ear rings matching, no one can see them anyway <g>

RC_Fanatic

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No need to prime with nail polish, and you's d be amazed at the colors it comes in! I just take in the cowl or wheel pants or a bit of covering material. The girls in the shop think it's a great joke and are very helpfull! Easy to touch up the paint if you scrape a prop.

britbrat

Who scrapes props?

exeter_acres

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Might have to use this trick to meet the girls.....err.....ummm......buy the correct color