[MRCA] Decals to replace inked on stamps - Re: PRC-74 Data Plate Replacement

Wed Mar 21 07:46:02 EDT 2018

I've had good luck with laser printer decal paper.  It's slightly more 
expensive, but you eliminate the waterproofing need because of the toner 
fusing process.
Mike  KC4TOS

On 3/21/2018 5:42 AM, jeepp wrote:
> I bought clear and white decal paper to try.  A friend regularly uses 
> the product for model large RC airplanes.  My issue was the fact that 
> you must waterproof the decal before "lifting" it via water.  After 
> spraying with clear krylon (recommended),  the decal is stiff and will 
> not conform to anything except an abdolutely smooth surface.  Forget 
> wrinkle paint.  Not like your Monogram airplane kit decal where the 
> decal will adhere and conform  perfectly.  I tried Solvaset, etc.  I 
> am told that one must use waterproof ink, and it will be far better.  
> Maybe special ink jet ink is available?
> Jeep K3HVG
>
> -------- Original message --------
> From: John Hutchins <jphutch60bj at gmail.com>
> Date: 3/21/18 00:31 (GMT-05:00)
> To: mrca at mailman.qth.net
> Subject: Re: [MRCA] Decals to replace inked on stamps - Re: PRC-74 
> Data Plate Replacement
>
> Al -
>
>    You are correct, I have to restore one.  I repainted the radio 
> similar, close to picture different serial number.
>
>   I guess I could order a rubber Stamp.  Wonder what the type and 
> manufacture of the Ink was?
>
>
> Thanks
>
> Hutch
>
> Picture removed.    ?- }
>
>
> On 3/20/2018 11:11 PM, Al Klase wrote:
>> I could be wrong, but I always assumed they were rubber stamps. - Al 
>> - N3FRQ
>>
>> On 3/20/2018 10:34 PM, John Hutchins wrote:
>>>
>>> Just asking the groups  -
>>>
>>> On the subject of remakes of ID plates anyone have prior 
>>> knowledge/experience, having  decals made,  for those acceptance 
>>> stamps.  These could be rub-on or water based like model decals.
>>>
>>> Like this: SC /3075/ A
>>>
>>> Mark -
>>>
>>> Nice reproductions
>>>
>>> Thanks
>>> Hutch
>>> On 3/19/2018 11:20 PM, Steve Gajkowski kd3ht wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Really came out well Mark,
>>>>
>>>> Steve, kd3ht
>>>>
>>>> *From:*mrca-bounces at mailman.qth.net 
>>>> [mailto:mrca-bounces at mailman.qth.net] *On Behalf Of *Mark Burgess
>>>> *Sent:* Monday, March 19, 2018 4:59 PM
>>>> *To:* MRCA at mailman.qth.net
>>>> *Subject:* [MRCA] PRC-74 Data Plate Replacement
>>>>
>>>> When I purchased my 74 the data plate was missing and trying to 
>>>> find one was proving not to be easy.  The parts manual only showed 
>>>> a part number, no NSN assigned to it that I could find.  A search 
>>>> of the part number yielded no results so I decided to try and have 
>>>> one made.
>>>>   The best option appeared to be the metalphoto process offered by 
>>>> several companies, prices ranged from $45 to $400 for a one off 
>>>> plate.  All they required was a decent picture and they can re 
>>>> produce one in great detail, the process has a 20 year outside 
>>>> durability.  A few MRCA members were kind enough to send me 
>>>> pictures of their data plates for the project, it was interesting 
>>>> to see the different variations and contract number types on the 
>>>> plates.  I was able to find the correct size military spec drive 
>>>> screws/rivets at Aircraft Spruce, they carry a lot of mil spec 
>>>> hardware.
>>>>
>>>> The plate arrived quickly, only 4 days after the design was 
>>>> approved, very good service, the detail was amazing, even the 
>>>> Hughes lettering font was exact.  The holes were nicely punched and 
>>>> it also had a thin adhesive backing applied.  The plate installed 
>>>> without issue, the adhesive backing keeps the plate flat to the 
>>>> surface and less prone to damage.  Thank you to the MRCA members 
>>>> who made this project possible.
>>>>
>>>> 73
>>>>
>>>> Mark
>>>>
>>>> K1HF
>>>>
>>>>
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