Epoxy numberboards

[EMDX6043]

Here's a tip I can't take credit for since I read about it a long time ago in some N scale magazine and finally decided to try it on something from the scrap pile. Maybe it's just an OCD thing but I like flush-fitting numberboards, so this will help me out a lot!

Just place and burnish Scotch-type (I used clear packing tape-it's all I had available) over the opening, then apply some epoxy (I left the nose tipped towards the front), and I let mine dry for 6hrs. Once I removed the tape I had a nice flat area for decaling. There are tiny voids in 3 of the corners, however, so I'll have to be more careful next time.

[diesellou]

Nice idea and it seems to work well. You can do the same using Formula 560 Canopy Glue, this dries clear and after the numbers are applied and back lighted, it looks great.

[stevef45]

Sept 18, 2012 8:49:29 GMT -5 diesellou said:

Nice idea and it seems to work well. You can do the same using Formula 560 Canopy Glue, this dries clear and after the numbers are applied and back lighted, it looks great.

awesome! Im going to see if i can get this. I had a few cabs that I had no idea how to fill the void.

[milw]

I use Micro Crystal Clear for that, without any taping, just fill the oping with a small brush and move the brush until there is a thin film that covers the hole opening. You can also make windows using that method...