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10-07-2009, 06:28 AM
JWS

paint it black

Hi,

I'm working on my 737 glare wing and was wondering what kind of black to use, matt or glossy. Furthermore, I have the impression looking at pictures of real flightdecks that the wing has not a smooth surface but has a kind of structure in it. Am I right, and how to achieve this? Any ideas would be welcome.

Best regrads,

JWS
10-07-2009, 06:31 AM
Matt Olieman

Re: paint it black

I can't recall what an actual 737 glare is made of, but on my A340 I put a viny matt covering.

Matt Olieman
10-07-2009, 10:07 AM
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Re: paint it black

There are alot of decent textured sprays and paints around now!

I recall my local DIY store selling a black 'leatherette' look spray!

Worth atleast looking at this option, as its a good idea if you dont want the hassle of covering something with leatherette / vinyl.

Cheers,

Alex
10-07-2009, 10:28 AM
Matt Olieman

Re: paint it black

I agree with Alex, it is a pain to put on the vinyl and trying to make it stick, LOL. I used the spay on the bottom of my pedestal and side stick stands and it looks fantastic. I've got plenty of paint left over if you want to come get it :)

Matt Olieman
10-07-2009, 10:38 AM
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Re: paint it black

Quote:

I've got plenty of paint left over if you want to come get it

lol, let's pop round Matt's and go for a fly! woohooo!
10-07-2009, 01:36 PM
JWS

Re: paint it black

Thanks for the tips. I'll have a look at the "faux" technique as well. Am I correct that only the front part should be "leather" like, not the part where the warning annunciators are located?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Matt Olieman

I used the spay on the bottom of my pedestal and side stick stands and it looks fantastic. I've got plenty of paint left over if you want to come get it :)

Matt Olieman

OK Matt,

but since you are coming to Lelystad also, it might be easier if you bring it with you. 8)

Regards,

JWS
10-07-2009, 01:39 PM
Matt Olieman

Re: paint it black

OOPS!!!

You think they'll let me carry on a couple of boxes of canned paint???

Matt Olieman
10-07-2009, 05:22 PM
Joe Cygan

Re: paint it black

Quote:

Originally Posted by Matt Olieman

OOPS!!!

You think they'll let me carry on a couple of boxes of canned paint???

Matt Olieman

LOL, along with your lighter and pocket knife.
10-08-2009, 01:15 AM
Carlos Corona

Re: paint it black

My work for the glareshield ...hand painted in flat black:

http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/a...o/CIMG0029.jpg

http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/a...o/CIMG0030.jpg

http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/a...o/CIMG0032.jpg
ooops...sorry about dust!! jajajaja

my opinion...flat black is good
10-08-2009, 03:39 AM
JWS

Re: paint it black

Quote:

Originally Posted by Matt Olieman

OOPS!!!

You think they'll let me carry on a couple of boxes of canned paint???

Matt Olieman

Judging the size of the glare wing one can will do:lol:

Carlos thanks for your input.

JWS