I always used the lacquer sticks..available from engravers supply
pl;aces. The only problem with them is the knob lines are very wide and
deep--relative to normal engraved lettereing--so it is easy to get a
kind of gobby application if you aren't careful. Lately, since starting
to use them in modelling, I love the white paint pens..from artist
supply houses. If you try a couple of different tip sizes, you will get
one that lays right into the knob slot with no fuss and no muss. My
opinion is these are now the way to go.
And if you feel wild, they are available in a rainbow of colors :)
Curt
Duane Calvin wrote:
I tried to reply earlier, and it didn't go to the list. I took the
suggestion of my good friend, Mike, K2UXE, and went to a drafting supply
house (or you could check an art supply store) and bought a Marvy/Uchida
"Extra Fine Opaque White" paint pen. It works great on the knob indicator
lines, and makes them look just like new. Perhaps this is what you're
describing as the "lacquer stick?"
73, Duane
Duane Calvin, AC5AA
Austin, Texas
www.ac5aa.com
-----Original Message-----
From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]]
On Behalf Of Garey Barrell
Sent: Monday, February 15, 2010 10:24 PM
To: Drakelist
Subject: Re: [Drakelist] How to clean Drake knobs?
The Lacquer Stik is the "almost official" way to fill the knobs. i
think it's easiest because you just rub it in and wipe off the excess.
Some use "White-out", but that's getting hard to find!
White Testor's model paint works, but requires a deft touch with a small
brush to "keep it within the lines".
I haven't tried a China marker yet.
73, Garey - K4OAH
Glen Allen, VA
Drake 2-B, 4-B, C-Line& TR-4/C Service Supplement CDs
<www.k4oah.com>
Paul Gerhardt wrote:
Bud I cleaned mine in the kitchen sink with dish soap and a
toothbrush. Maybe not a great idea as some of the white came off.
I have not yet tried it but
Lacquer Stick
is a product that Gun Smiths use for white markings or Sanford white
china marker, available at most art supply stores.
Maybe model paint and a toothpick. The soap and toothbrush got the
knobs pretty clean but WILL take the white markings out if you scrub
too much..
Paul K3PG
Message: 8
Date: Mon, 15 Feb 2010 16:23:26 -0700
From: "sebdesn" <[email protected] <mailto:[email protected]>>
Subject: Re: [Drakelist] How to clean Drake knobs?
I have removed the knobs from my T-4XC and am trying to get the white
stripe white again. The stripe is an off white and cleaning in hot
soapy water has not helped. Has anyone found an easy way to make
them white without repainting them?
Mine are clean, but you might try toothpaste and a soft tooth
brush...(just
a thought, hopefully not to off the wall))
Bud
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