Reply to "Decal Opinions Please"

CNJ JimOGR Forum Member

@Ron045 posted:
When I get ready to apply decals to a model I painted, the process I normally follow is...
Gloss Clear Coat
Micro-Set
Apply Decal
Micro-Sol
Matte or Semi Gloss clear coat
I received this MTH unlettered caboose to decal for a friend. This model is all painted and ready to go. However, the clear coat appears to be a matte coat.
Should I skip the gloss coat step and start with Micro-Sol and apply decals or should I gloss clear coat the model first?
Thanks for your opinions.
Ron

Hi Ron

So, how did decaling go? Did you spray the caboose with gloss clear coat before decals? Or, did you skip the gloss and use another method?

I also have one of these unlettered MTH cabooses (bay window, though) and need to decal it.

Thanks
Jim

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