Scarrviper wrote:
I've finally taken the plunge and have started putting together some o-ring style customs that will require painting the joints.
I've sanded down the necessary areas to avoid paintrub such as the knees, hips, and shoulders (I've yet to try this on elbows though). I know I need to use a sealer to protect the paint and I'm not sure what to use. I have matte mod podge, and I have done some tests with it on some junk parts and it seems to work pretty well, but I've read that mod podge can yellow over time and I'm worried it might ruin my work. I also have dura clear satin varnish which I still need to test, and I've never tried dullcote since I've yet to find any locally. Any advice?
Cool, you´re back Scarrviper!
I always use(d) Testor's Dullcote, it never yellowed over time.
As for the joints: sanding and sealing are not a guarantee that your custom will be 100% free of paint rub. The knees and shoulders are not a problem, but the elbows are the hardest part.