Originally posted by TOMAPOWA
Coolmarlin,
Real easy. Buy yourself a $1.99 can of Black Enamel paint from Walmart (or like). I have a Benny's near me that often sells them for 99 cents. I used glossy. The trick is to completely cover the outside of the canopy so that paint spray won't mess up the outside of the canopy. Using wide masking tape, I tape a "bag" (any type that fits) over the canopy, overlapping the edges with the tape. After all is covered, I simply trim the tape around the canopy edge with a razor. Then simply place upside down and spray as evenly as you can. I often use two to three light coats. I also often attach my canopies with clear silicone along with the supplied screws. Stops rattling and such. With the UCD, mine rattled like crazy (as thin and flimsy as it is).
Cool. So you just used basic enamel paint instead of some specailty hobby brand? Thats good to know. The only paint my local hobby shop is some old sig paint that appears to have been sitting around for several years.
I figured I'd cover the outside like you said. Trimming the masking tape with a razor knife is a good idea. I'll try it. Thanks.