monocote vs. ultracote
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I'm not aware of any real difference there.
I prefer Ultracote because of its multi temperature aspects which, to me, make it easier to work with. It also has more of a "painted" appearance than does the rather plastic shine of Monokote.
It is a personal choice, I've seen many award winning Monokote jobs and have friends who swear by it --- I find Ultracote fits my skills better.
I prefer Ultracote because of its multi temperature aspects which, to me, make it easier to work with. It also has more of a "painted" appearance than does the rather plastic shine of Monokote.
It is a personal choice, I've seen many award winning Monokote jobs and have friends who swear by it --- I find Ultracote fits my skills better.
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Well, I just finished covering my first plane, an LT-40. I can definatly say that Ultracote made the job a pleasure. It went on great, you could peel it off and put it back on, and it shrinks nicely under the heat gun. I don't think I will try anothe brand, because this one worked so well..
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I usually use MonoKote but Ultracote is easier to work with, it seems to have better stretch characteristics and can be repositioned.
I have not noticed any difference in strength and my choice of MonoKote over Ultracote is just a weight factor (I find that most colors that I use Ultracote is heavier).
I have not noticed any difference in strength and my choice of MonoKote over Ultracote is just a weight factor (I find that most colors that I use Ultracote is heavier).
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Check out this thread
check out this thread it had some good discussion on this topic
http://www.rcuniverse.com/showthread...686&forumid=59]
http://www.rcuniverse.com/showthread...686&forumid=59]
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I have used both, monocote first then ultracote many times once you try ultracote you will love it. it also trims over itself with second and third color schemes very well.
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I always used to use monokote but on my last plane I decided to switch. I received quite a few compliments on how great this covering job was. It was very easy to work and I'll never go back to Monokote.