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How to restore a faded Voyager logo? - Patrick - 03-07-2003

I received a Voyager today -- HP-15C -- whose logo is worn -- mostly black now with very little silver.

I would like to restore it. I'm sure folks here have the perfect solution. Is there a particular type of paint (perhaps model paint of some sort?) that would do a good job of restoring the original lustre?

The rest of the unit is in excellent condition so I think it is worth putting in a little TLC.


Re: How to restore a faded Voyager logo? - Emmanuel, Normandy - 03-07-2003

Paint: Humbrol #11
Technic: weathering


Re: How to restore a faded Voyager logo? - Patrick - 03-07-2003

Thanks for the response. Unfortunately, I am a newbie at this game and I don't understand your response. What type of store would stock Humbrol #11? Would this be a model paint?

Any details you could provide would be appreciated.


Re: How to restore a faded Voyager logo? - Emmanuel, Normandy - 03-08-2003

Yes it's a model paint.
In fact you have to make a 'dry brush' on your logo.



Re: How to restore a faded Voyager logo? - Spice_Man - 03-08-2003

What does it mean to "make a 'dry brush' on your logo?"

Spicey


Re: How to restore a faded Voyager logo? - Emmanuel, Normandy - 03-08-2003

"dry brushing", modeler slang
1-put the paintbrush into the paint
2-let it dry but notcompletely.
3-brush the surface with it


Re: How to restore a faded Voyager logo? - Spice_Man - 03-08-2003

What is the difference in outcome if one "dry brushes" rather than "wet brushes?"

Much obliged!

Spicey