I thought I'd jump in since Im at the point of covering mine with antique Solartex. I don't want to use decals so Im experimenting with latex paint sealed with Minwax polyurethane satin. I will leave fuel on it to see if there will be softening of the poly. How are you going to add the details. Im using a Magnum 91 FS engine. For the cowl I used the hammered spray paint for plastic and Im happy with the look. I'll post some picture tomarrow. By the way the Solartex antique is transluscent you'll see any marks on the balsa.