Using Clear lacquer on Covering?
11-10-2004, 12:12 PM
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Using Clear lacquer on Covering?
I have a rather complex covering scheme (monokote) that I am afraid may have unsticking problems at some of the pattern corners, etc. Do any of you ever use clear lacquer or some other kind of sealer to help hold covering in place at critical points? If so, what do you do. thanks.
What I'm trying to do is keep the covering from peeling back in a few critical places were I have several edges come together in one place.
What I'm trying to do is keep the covering from peeling back in a few critical places were I have several edges come together in one place.
11-10-2004, 05:56 PM
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RE: Using Clear lacquer on Covering?
I have used the matching Monokote gloss clear for sealing (also gives great gloss on cowls) and the flat clear to match the matte finish on some warbirds with good results. Just remember to remove it with acetone if you ever have to patch the covering where you've used an overspray, then re-spray.
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11-10-2004, 08:18 PM
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RE: Using Clear lacquer on Covering?
lacquer isn't fuel proof. If it's a glow plane, then you might want to use a two-part clear epoxy. Solvent base polyurethane is fuel proof, but it's yellow and will alter you colors.
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RE: Using Clear lacquer on Covering?
It's a heat activated paint somewhat like the stuff that's on the back of the monocoat. It's good for fuelproofer as well. Made by coverite there are two version, one for plastic film Which is brushed on like dope and about the same consistency. The stuff for fabric type film is to thick for my liking. Works with films like Micafilm that have no glue film on the back. Hobby Shops should carry it or be able to get it. Good for places that the monocoat has lost its stickiness Just lift it a bit, brush it under, let it dry and iron it down. Dries about as fast as dope. Hope this helps.
