Bluepilot2003
70cc twin V2
I'm by no means a pro when it comes to covering. I am looking for a great looking design that is easy to do for my aerobatic plane projects. Any suggestions??
Simple, Great Looking Designs
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Bluepilot2003
70cc twin V2
No paint for me! Either Monocote or Ultracote. I haven't used Ultracote yet, but I have heard it is way easier and better than Monocote. So on my current project, I plan on trying the Ultracote.
sweetpea
100cc
Both Ultra and Mono are good. Ultra has issues if you apply to much heat with shrinking uneven edges but it covers large openings in balsa better. Mono requires more pulling and tacking and physical stretching.
I prefer the sheen of Mono and the ease of laying colors on top of each other without shrinkage from too much heat. Everyone has a preference.
I prefer the sheen of Mono and the ease of laying colors on top of each other without shrinkage from too much heat. Everyone has a preference.
Bluepilot2003
70cc twin V2
Thanks for the info on covering gents. I am also looking for actual schemes to use on the planes that are easy to do. I wouldn't be able to do an awesome flame pattern or similar...
stangflyer
I like 'em "BIG"!
It is so odd that both Mono and Ultra have their own characteristics. I actually prefer Ultra because it lays down so easily. Mono does take a little more "manly" stretching, but it also can lay down well. Mono does seem to allow layers with much easier application. Ultra is so "finicky" and you really have to watch it, like sweetpea mentioned. Mono doesn't seem to eat "Xacto" blades quite as quickly as Ultra. But bottom line, everyone does have a preference and it is what you feel most comfortable with. While Ultracote gives a very durable and brilliant finish, Mono does have some very bright "sheens" to the colors.
What kind of schemes are you looking for? Simple and basic patterns? Something a little more "enthusiastic"? Lines, squares, checks? When I did the recover on my 260, I did template duplicates, cut by hand and layed them section by section. Time consuming but end result was very pleasing. This is Ultracote by the way.
Bluepilot2003
70cc twin V2
Nice lines! I think I could do the large checkerboard. I would probably shy away from your top design! That looks awesome but out of my league. Unless there is an online clinic to watch extensive video on how to do it well
Bluepilot2003
70cc twin V2
So simple, basic patterns would be nice that still look good and "professional"
stangflyer
I like 'em "BIG"!
I think so... I am by no stretch of the imagination any kind of an artist. Hell, I have hard time just drawing a straight line with a ruler. LOLSo simple, basic patterns would be nice that still look good and "professional"