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**tigersteve** · 13 February 2020, 12:08

Originally posted by simontie

do you still have the old decals? I would be tempted to cut them out soak them and see if they will separate?
also look up “MICRO-SOL” decal softener not sure if i can add a link to the destruction pages but goggle it worth a read and might assis you in using the originals or in fitting the new studio27 ones or even a combination of both!!!
your body work looks ok seepage is always an issue its a learning curve to make sure you get good adhesion on the tape i always try to remove it very soon after so i can wash any issues away most can be masked by the decals also if you feel brave gently rub it all down with 1500/2000 grit all in the same direction then add a clear coat you will love the finish apply your decals and recoat clear again.
Hope this helps

Thanks for the advise , will try the Micro-Sol , the biggest task will be the front number background , the one I have is too small and the original Sheene kit dosen't come with that in yellow so it will have to be more trial and error I guess !

**Tim Marlow** · 13 February 2020, 12:19

Would somet like this help?

Microscale Micro Liquid Decal Film # MSFILM

https://www.emodels.co.uk//microscale-micro-liquid-decal-film-msfilm.html?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIs-21-7PO5wIVia3tCh1KYAExEAQYAiABEgJfxPD_BwE

Prevents old decals from cracking, seals inkjet printed decals, strengthens very thin decal film. If you use decals you need a bottle

John may well stock it.

**tigersteve** · 13 February 2020, 12:41

Originally posted by Tim Marlow

Would somet like this help?
https:tongue-out3:/www.emodels.co.uk...iABEgJfxPD_BwE
John may well stock it.

Thanks for your interest ! - is that different to Micro-sol ?
I have ordered some of that and will try it ...

**Jim R** · 13 February 2020, 13:45

Hi Steve
It is looking rather good. You have certainly persevered to get to this stage. I'm sure you'll sort the decal issue.
Jim

**colin m** · 13 February 2020, 14:02

I have a bit of a thing for old Matchbox kits. Whilst I'm not a bike person, I'm looking forward to this build.

**simontie** · 13 February 2020, 19:15

Originally posted by tigersteve

Thanks for your interest ! - is that different to Micro-sol ?
I have ordered some of that and will try it ...

Originally posted by tigersteve

Thanks for the advise , will try the Micro-Sol , the biggest task will be the front number background , the one I have is too small and the original Sheene kit dosen't come with that in yellow so it will have to be more trial and error I guess !

Challenges,,, use the micro sol and best fit the studio ones, or cut a circle in the some 2” masking tape (50mm forgot your in france lol) and spray it yellow..