[R-390] Paint/Lacquer Sticks?

[Barry]

Yes, I've done that before on R390A front panels.  I wanted to try the lacquer stick approach.  The acrylic paint I'm using doesn't want to stick really well to some of the grooves in some plastic knobs (on a Simpson 260 meter) so I thought I'd see if lacquer did any better.  If it does, I have an R390 front panel that I'm considering refinishing and wondering which filler would work best.

Thanks,

Barry - N4BUQ


 On Tue 24/04/12 11:43 AM , kirklandb at sympatico.ca sent:
> You don't have to use a Lacquer stick to fill in the engraved
> lettering.
> 
> Put a dab of paint on the panel close to the lettering and use body
> repair spatula to draw the paint over the engraving.
> Let dry for a bit and then wipe off the excess paint.
> 
> Let completely dry and use a soft cloth to remove the rest of the
> excess paint. You might even use a bit of paint rubbing/polishing
> compound to help.
> 
> I use acrylic artist paint
> 
>