Cars Paints for lexan bodies?

[Boogs]

If this has been asked/answered, my apologizes. Other than paint specifically for lexan, has anyone had good results with anything else? For example Kyrlon Plastic or Rustoleum Plastic paints? I've got a pair of bodies that need color.

 

[Admiral]

Hi Boogs, I Tamiya on any helicopter canopies some are Poly-carbonate some are FG never had an issue with Tamiya Color for Plastics and they have great scale colors too.

Color Chart Tamiya Color Spray Paints

 

[Jimbo]

I second that. Yamiya is very good paint. Tower Hobbies often has it on sale in a three pack.

Jim

 

[Boogs]

I've used Tamiya for my 1/12th scale motorbikes, always had good luck with it. Looks like I'll be ordering some for the cars. Thanks guys.

 

[Tony]

Whatever paint you use, make sure it is made for lexan. It HAS to be flexible or it will crack and peel off.

 

[Boogs]

I had suspected that, Lexan rated paint it is. Thanks everyone.

 

[Admiral]

Tamiya Color for Plastics is designed for Poly-carbonates and Lexon a brand of Poly-carbonate so should be perfect for your needs.

 

[murankar]

Fascolor is another good paint. Sold at most hobby town usa stores. This is designed for lexan.

 

[Tony]

And if you want ease of use, do NOT go with water bases paints. They are just a pain in my experience.