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white out for masking?
retiredyank
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Posted: Friday, October 15, 2010 - 10:30 AM UTC
Does anybody know if you can use white out ink or strips to mask clear pieces?
GaryGore
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Posted: Tuesday, October 19, 2010 - 05:48 AM UTC
If it is anything like the bottle, it may not be the best idea as it will stick to it like a paint and need to be scrapped off.
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Posted: Tuesday, October 19, 2010 - 07:32 AM UTC
It can be used as a filler but not as a masking agent...it sticks and stays stuck just as it does on paper.
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Posted: Tuesday, October 19, 2010 - 11:45 AM UTC

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It can be used as a filler but not as a masking agent...it sticks and stays stuck just as it does on paper.


Thanks Gerald.
I've been spending numerous hours cutting out little pieces of masking tape for a 1/48 B-17. Bout to break down and buys the fast mask.
-Matt N.
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Posted: Friday, October 22, 2010 - 09:58 PM UTC
Since liquid masking film, masking tape, and silly putty have alled failed, I am going to try rubber cement. This was suggested to me in another thread. Once again, I will post the results of my findings.
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Posted: Friday, October 22, 2010 - 11:50 PM UTC
Tried rubber cement on a test piece. The problem is that it peels off when you cut it with your razor knife. I fear I may have to go back to cutting masking tape.
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