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(...) That's a good idea. I'd go for removable tape than permanent paint. I'll look into this. Thanks. later, James Mathis (20 years ago, 12-Jan-05, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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You could also print your own stickers or decals (on white or clear) with just the "right" gray. SteveB (...) (20 years ago, 12-Jan-05, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) True, I should also mention that most sign shops carry a wide selection of vinyl decal sheet. This stuff is thinner then electrical tape, and has less shinkage. I've also used liner tape. Commonally avalible in 1/8" and 1/4", which is extremly (...) (20 years ago, 12-Jan-05, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) Maybe it's just me, but I am planning to do mine (if and when, not going to preannounce anything!) in black. I'm not seeing this color difference as huge enough to warrant using tape or paint. It is like those Thornton trucks... (URL) post> (...) (20 years ago, 12-Jan-05, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) Of course you have to remember when printing "non-solid" colours (ie pretty much everything but black) on clear decal sheet that the brick colour will affect the result. Obvious I know, but I forgot once! Tim (20 years ago, 12-Jan-05, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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