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Post by gibsonj on Jul 21, 2008 15:40:08 GMT -5
Do you fellows recommend re-painting a bedplate, or just cleaning as much as possible? My Standard B project has striping that has almost disappeared. I'm trying to decide if I should start from scratch or try to preserve as much original as possible.
If re-painting is done, what paint should be used, and how do you re-stripe? I've seen decal transfers, but think paint striping would be preferable.
Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience!
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Post by maroongem on Jul 21, 2008 15:53:38 GMT -5
Do you fellows recommend re-painting a bedplate, or just cleaning as much as possible? My Standard B project has striping that has almost disappeared. I'm trying to decide if I should start from scratch or try to preserve as much original as possible. If re-painting is done, what paint should be used, and how do you re-stripe? I've seen decal transfers, but think paint striping would be preferable. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience! The bed plates were originally black japanned and the striping was done by hand. If the black on the bed plate is good, you can try your hand at striping. You can use a mechanical drawing pen or try your skill with freehand. You could also mask it off and paint the stripes as well but it won't look as good as free hand or with the mechanical pen. I assume you got yourself the needed bushing and screws for the mandrel. If not, PM me as I have what you need. Bill |
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Post by gibsonj on Jul 22, 2008 8:43:01 GMT -5
Bill,
Thanks. Yes, I did locate the bushing. Do you have a source for the proper bedplate paints? Would an art supply or engineering supply have a mechanical pen?
Sorry for all the process questions. I'm still building my "favorites" links for Edison restorations.
John
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Post by maroongem on Jul 22, 2008 17:34:04 GMT -5
Hi John,
You can find those mechanical drafting pens at places like Michael's or any good arts store. Whats nice about them is that you can adjust the nib prior to loading it up with the paint for the thickness of your stripe.
I use a water based gold gilt paint that I get at Michael's. They have varying shades to match any existing striping that may be on the machine and if you goof, you can wipe it off with a damp rag and try agin!
Bill
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