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Guillows Series 200 - SE5a by Skyediamonds1985. Viewed 442 times. Build Thread Next Prev Click image to return. Image Comments Skyediamonds1985 01-May-16 20:41 Used Brantley's custom decals. They're thinner than the Guillows and with the use of setting solution, really hugs the surfaces like paint. John M Oshust 01-May-16 21:41 These do sink like paint. biplane guy 02-May-16 16:15 That looks great, Skye. What kind of setting solution did you use? Do you apply it over the decal as well? Do you know if it's dope proof? I'm about ready to paint the red stripes on the fuselage and wings of my N2S. Then I will be ready for the decals. I'm thinking of putting some sort of clear finish over the finished product but I'm not sure what to use. Any suggestions? Everything so far is painted with Sig Supercoat Butyrate Dope. Skyediamonds1985 02-May-16 22:09 This is for Biplane guy: courtesy of FineScale Modeler. The article was written by Aaron Skinner back in July 2013. I'll add a post script after the "Trouble Shooting section." Skyediamonds1985 02-May-16 23:19 Just so you'll know, I skipped all that clear coat and primer stuff, because I was using the heat-shrink Solartex and wanted to preserve the fabric weave pattern that might be lost with all the clear coats. I applied the setting solution mixed with a bit of water, added the decal, worked out the winkles and bubbles using a dampen paper towel. Allowed to semi dry, then added the setting solution itself on top of the decal. Waited a bit, then used a dampened paper towel to dry and wipe off any remaining solution from the surrounding decal. biplane guy 03-May-16 15:46 Thanks for all that info, Skye. That helps a lot. Skyediamonds1985 03-May-16 22:16 Biplane, I'm glad I was able to offer some "insight" into this wonderful world of modeling. I was really concerned that I might've provided too much. From what I could see in your posts of the -17, you're a lot like myself. I can easily see your goal of replicating the N2S to near-exacting standards. Having said that, when it comes to the finish (decals included), its all in the preparation. The more care and preparation to the model, the better the finish. I'm guessing that you'll wish to have the model turn out literally furniture-polish finished in its glossy paint scheme. Careful attention to the primer and light sanding and cleaning of the surface, combined with glossy paint, will result in an outstanding finish. I quoted "insight" at the beginning of this post, because I'm still learning myself. I must give due credit to first, DD, Poppy, Meku, John O and Don C, as well as many other members of this forum. without them sharing their experiences, I wouldn't have been where I am today. You may write to me direct at: Skyediamonds1985@yahoo.com We got lots to share and lots in common. Hope to hear from you soon. Please sign in to comment on this image.