ORIGINAL: Spitfire13
Great info guys! So you're saying that Rustoleum is a better candidate than the paints that monokote or ultrakote sell? Also, with the mixing of the paints, are you saying use an airbrush to apply it? If so, does that require a brush and compressor or is there an easier way to get around that? Also, although I will do the clear coat, but will the paint remain on even without it?? Once again, thanks for the help, if this works I plan to convert this thing to a MK V with canons!
Rustoleum is better than the Top Flite Ultrakote. It's easier to work with and there are many colors from which to choose. If you can find the color(s) you want in the spray can, then you don't need to use an airbrush. Otherwise, you buy the Rustoleum in a can, and mix it, thin it, and use your airbrush - if you have an airbrush, which I wish I did. Rustoleum out of the can is (1) shiny and (2) not glow fuel proof. That's why you need to use the clearcoat.
The primer, paint and clearcoat MUST be all Rustoleum. Try any other clearcoat and you'll have blistered paint and it probably won't cure.
Mike