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Tamiya king tiger decals

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Hurray king tiger now operational all I need to do now is apply decals as anyone got any good tips because I've seen some and sometimes you still see clear film around the numbers . :crazy:
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Re: Tamiya king tiger decals

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:wave: :thumbup: :thumbup: :clap: hello mate i use some watered down earth pigment over the decal then wipe away so its just a matt finish hows the tank control going ?
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Hi mate yes it's all ok now I just need to put numbers on then I will post pics . This is my first build and I have to say the king tiger is my favourite tank .
Cheers for reply mate gotta go back to work catch ya later buddy.
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Re: Tamiya king tiger decals

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Another way is to spray a clear coat gloss on the area you are applying the decals too, allow it to dry eg: overnight would be ideal

Apply your decals as per normal. I usually allow 24 hours for them to dry and set.

Then spray a Dull Coat Clear over your decals. Leave to dry.
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Re: Tamiya king tiger decals

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King Tigerman wrote:Another way is to spray a clear coat gloss on the area you are applying the decals too, allow it to dry eg: overnight would be ideal

Apply your decals as per normal. I usually allow 24 hours for them to dry and set.

Then spray a Dull Coat Clear over your decals. Leave to dry.
I might have to try this....I have had no luck with these.
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hi ive already weathered my KT using MIG filters and pin washes with some light dry brush work to pull out detail. Would it be possible to pre-cut around numbers and then soak in warm water then apply, that way you remove clear film completely :D :thumbup:
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You could paint the markings using stencils, RCTank.de has a selection of King Tiger stencils.
http://www.rctank.de/index.php?cPath=109_119
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