Preparation to wash your rc helicopter

Preparation to wash your rc helicopter:


Step 1


First things first, whether you're painting a plastic or fiberglass canopy, you need sand the entire canopy using 400 grit wet / dry sandpaper to remove any gloss or gel coating. Paint won't stick properly to glossy spots, so be sure you get them all.


You can sand canopies dry, but by sanding them under running water will wash off all the dust from sanding and prevent it from getting in any pin holes or cracks and messing up your paint job.


Step 2


Wash the canopy using a good degreasing dishwashing detergent to remove all traces of oils and grease from handling and the manufacturing process.


For plastic or lexan canopies, you can use mineral oil to clean the surface, then wash that off with dishwashing detergent.


After washing is completed, you shouldn't handle the canopy where you'll be applying paint as the oils from your hands will get on it and can possible mess up your paint job.


Step 3 - Fiberglass Canopies


If there are any seams or holes in the canopy, use automotive spot putty to fill them. When dry, sand them smooth and repeat steps 1 and 2. Small pinholes will be filled when applying primer.