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Well, the process is really quite simple!!
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ONE:
Some types of paint such as waterbased acrylics should
have a light clear coat applied over the color BEFORE applying a mask,
otherwise, some paint lifting could occur when the mask is removed...Please
note what paint type you are using and if in doubt, its always wise
to go ahead and shoot the light coat of clear on at this stage!! |
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If using Standard Sheet (Inner -OR- Outer masks, but, NO Application FILM), select a mask that suits your needs, and remove from sheet using a precision pair of tweezers or exacto blade. Use caution not to cut or damage the edge of the mask during removal and always start with the widest portion and peel back towards tips of flames for best results. Care must also be used when mask is removed not to let any of the licks cross each other as they will tend to get stuck to one another and can lead to severe damage. Once on the surface, you should inspect for touching or misaligned flame licks before pressing mask down. Any licks that need to be moved can be realigned with careful exacto blade manipulations. | ||
**** If using a sheet style WITH Application FILM applied ****
then its just a matter of choosing the mask or masks you desire and
cutting it out of the sheet with a pair of scissors, much like you would
do if using a decal. The application film can be a lot easier to use
as it keeps all the flame licks constrained in their original positions
during installation, thus, no worries of crossed or misaligned flame
licks. It also can make repositioning/aligning more reliable as long
as the mask is not pressed down. I recommend new users begin with either
inner or outer mask sheets WITH application film. Once you have the mask cut out, carefully separate the backing from the mask and film...the mask should be adhered to the film, however, if you notice a mask edge that is still on the backing when attempting to separate the layers, you should either stop, and place the mask on a flat hard surface and use a credit card edge of plastic squeegee to rub over the mask, then attempt to separate again....OR...while separating, use an exacto or razor blade GENTLY placing it under the mask and lifting the edge off the backing, while continuing to pull the film and mask away. This scenario is not common, but, can happen. Normally, the mask will easily come off the backing, and still on the film. ![]() ![]() Now, your ready to place the mask in the desired area. LIGHTLY put the mask in place,being careful not to allow it to be pressed down...but rather JUST touching the surface. The adhesive used on the masks is "pressure sensitive", so, they should not be pressed down until you are SURE it is aligned properly. Once this is verified, then firmly press the mask down using either your fingers or a credit card/squeegee edge. Try to make your strokes go towards the tips of the flames for best results. ![]() ![]() Now, at this point, you should inspect the area of your casting for hood, door, or body line creases in the area of the mask...if any of these intersect with the masks area, then you will want to use your fingernail or maybe the back edge of an exacto blade to push the mask into these creases so that any possible seepage of paint under the mask in these areas will be avoided. Once this is done, and the mask is completely pressed down, you can peel the application film away. Generally its best to peel from the front or larger part of the design to the tips of the flames. ![]() ![]() **** Ready for TOP Color??
Once the desired color and coverage has be achieved, allow a few minutes
to dry so your freshly applied paint is at least "tacky",
then CAREFULLY remove the mask by peeling from front to tips for best
results.
With mask(s) removed.......
YOU GOT FLAMES!!!!!!! Now just clear coat as desired and you will have your own Flamed Kustom Diecast to enjoy! ![]() ![]() |
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METHOD TWO: When painting the MAIN Body Color FIRST.... You will need to use the OUTER MASK. Its application is the Same As what is described above, but, of course OPPOSITE in regard to painting the flames. The main color is applied then when dry, the mask is applied, flames painted and mask is removed. Something like this....
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