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Old 09-04-2009, 08:15 AM
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Default RE: Would you clear coat - what would you use.

You should clear coat it anyway, a lot of paints aren't glow fuel/gasoline proof, some are just more resistant than others, not sure about the Rusto you used. I know the oil based ones are usually pretty fuel resistant as long you clean your plane regularly. If you want to give it a test spray some of your paint on some test material, then give it a good bit of time to cure, like a week+, then do some tests like put a drop of fuel on the test piece on one section, then on another portion smear some fuel onto the surface and let it set to see if your paint separates. Rustoleum also has a clear coat sealer in a spray can. You could probably use it without fear of wondering if it's compatible with the paint. [link=http://www.rustoleum.com/CBGProduct.asp?pid=164]Rusto Clear Coat[/link], you might call around and see if anyone has any. Nelson Hobby Clear coat is also a good sealer. Tom Pierce (TomPierce.net) conducted a test using the Nelson Hobby Clear and it was fuel proof, he seems to recommend it. [link=http://www.nelsonhobby.com]Nelson Hobby[/link] I've ordered quite a few finishing/covering items from Jerry (Nelson) and have always been extremely pleased with the service and product.