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11-24-06, 05:35 PM
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Painting around the flag tricks
Does anyone have any tricks to painting around the flags on a 1967 fuel door,,,Thanx
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11-24-06, 06:05 PM
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Careful, patient, masking is the key. If the masking isn't right, just re-mask it until it is. Oh, and get the right masking tape from your auto body/paint supply wholesaler/retailer, the chepa tan stuff from the hardware store won't give the results you seek.
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11-24-06, 06:36 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Vetsvette2002
Careful, patient, masking is the key. If the masking isn't right, just re-mask it until it is. Oh, and get the right masking tape from your auto body/paint supply wholesaler/retailer, the chepa tan stuff from the hardware store won't give the results you seek.
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I agree. It just takes time and care.
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11-24-06, 06:46 PM
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Originally Posted by 67HEAVEN
I agree. It just takes time and care.
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11-24-06, 06:49 PM
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Hi, John. 
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11-24-06, 07:25 PM
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Originally Posted by R.T.
Does anyone have any tricks to painting around the flags on a 1967 fuel door,,,Thanx
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Whenever I need to do any detailed masking, I use a magnifying visor (twin magnifying lenses that you wear like a visor) to make sure that the lines remain exact and crisp, but any magnifying device would work. I usually use the blue painters masking tape, but if you need to stretch around curves, you may want to try something vinyl like pinstriping or electricians tape. Good luck!
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11-25-06, 12:24 PM
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Originally Posted by 67HEAVEN
I agree. It just takes time and care.
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it looks crooked to me.....
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11-25-06, 01:29 PM
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I think he taped it upside down. 
The auto paint stores have a product called fine line tape. It gives a crisp edge and comes in several widths.
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11-25-06, 04:34 PM
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Originally Posted by Tom Bryant
I think he taped it upside down. |
ok...now I understand..............
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11-25-06, 05:47 PM
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Herb,
Your comment "I think it looks crooked" was classic.. I've never met 67 HEAVEN but I do remember when he reworked his rear bumper becuase someone made a similar comment.
67--I think the gas cap is perfect...
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