Backwoods R/C's Since 2001

Step 1

The first stage is optional. Some people do this and some don’t. I personally prefer to cut my body out first. I want to ensure that the body will fit, the mounting holes are where they should be, get the antenna hole perfect, and make the air hole/ cooling hole in the windshield for a nitro or vent duct for an electric.

Step 2

This step involves washing the body and drying it on the inside. You want to clean the body for the best possible application of the paint.

Step 3

In this step you apply the masking. The first step can be a light one. You eventually want to have the stuff some what thick though as it is easier to remove. Let the stuff completely dry prior to adding another coat.

Step 4

in this step you draw the design on the outside of the body. I use a permanent marker. If you mess up then take some isopropal alcohol and a paper tower and then wipe it off. Be sure to wait for the isopropal to dry or you will be looking for a new marker!!!

You may also want to plan the painting process at this time. You can use both stickers/ decals and the bob dively. I do it all the time. But, keep in mind that you will want to position the stickers on the lexan and plan for it by removing that section and when you want to paint it.

Step 5

This is where we cut the inside of the body/ masking. You can use a hobby knife, scalpel, pocket knife, or anything with a sharp blade. Simply trace the lines that you drew on the body with the blade.

Step 6

In this step you have the masking dry, lines drawn, and the masking cut up. All you have to do now is remove the masking in the area that you want to paint, paint it, and remove the next area of masking. It is that simple!