A solution to a problem?

This is decal set is new to me, so Just a quick vid on how robust this stuff seems. We all usually prep a surface before we add decals, sand or gloss, but I wanted to show this solution on a crap surface. Doesn't handle it 100% but does a sterling job.

[@freddyt9140]

Thanks Greg! Any help on products and techniques are really appreciated, and for me- needed! 👌

[@michaelcooke2559]

That looks like nice decal solution. I will definitely consider buying some when I start to run out of what I already have. Thanks for sharing.

[@foreverplastickits138]

*Thank you for the test, Ammo Mig has good products which deserve to be known!*

[@eddielane72]

Looks like a great product, have to give it a whirl. Thanks for taking the time and effort to share this video. Best wishes. Eddie

[@allanrichards3752]

THis product was recommended to me by my local model shop to get decals into instrument panels and it is excellent for that as it really makes decals conform to odd and uneven surface shapes. Being a bit older than you I remember the smell of film cement when my dad was editing his cine films. I am sure it is the same stuff that he used to glue segments of film together.

[@paulstanswood8329]

Thanks Greg , I have got this in my stock , I will give this a go 👍

[@robbo1068]

Best dribble I've heard on YT for a while so thanks, Greg....great looking product and, as a Microset/sol user you've managed to convince me to give this product a try. I don't enjoy decaling at the best of times so any help is appreciated.

[@GregsModels]

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The preparation from MIG looks absolutely great. I would love to try it. I also often have problems with decals. Thank you so much for sharing Greg 🙂👍

[@GregsModels]

Cheers Aleš 😎

[@tesarus8461]

Looks like a good alternative to Mr. Mark Setter/Softer! Thank you for the review

[@jonbuller6149]

I bought both the set & fix a few weeks ago but haven't got around to trying them yet , so this video is very interesting. I've used many over the years , Microscale , Daco , even X20a but this looks promising. Thanks Greg 👍

[@GregsModels]

Yes, I found X20A to be very good sometimes.

[@johnwoodside8714]

Wow, that is seriously impressive

[@johnbrownbridge873]

Used to be called "waterslide transfers", at least by Airfix.

[@greybeardmodels]

Looks an interesting product - I've used Microset and Microsol for years, using the Mr Hobby Mark Softer and Mark Setter products for more troublesome decals. This product looks like its working well. Thanks for sharing. Cheers Bob

[@GregsModels]

Yes, I used Micro set/sol or Markfit depending on the type of decals.

[@joemoore4027]

Looks like it's well worth having on hand. I don't care to decal much either, always that fear of "silvering" on a kit you spent months on and that one and only decal sheet you finally found. Never been a fan of spraying countless coats of varnish just to apply decals either. It looks pretty good for those Tamiya "stickers" also. You would think they would trash their overly heavy decals for the kit's high price tag. Thanks Greg for the honest review, great as always ! Cheers, JM

[@GregsModels]

Thanks Joe

[@saxonian6634]

I've sworn by Mr Hobby's softener and setter for years, but this certainly looks like it would stand up. I'd recommend looking into Mig (or AMMO, I lose track of which name they use) decal brushes. They make a set of 2 or 3 brushes specifically for decal application, and whilst they cost what you'd expect from the brand, they're actually really very good at what they do. Some thought was put into the design for sure.

[@markhines6055]

Howdy from Texas, again. I have been using the Set #1 & the Fix #2 for about a year now without any issues. Great stuff. The Fix #2 is good for older decals from your stash. Or thicker decals that need a little extra help. Either way the key to it's magic is to apply and let dry. Just as you demonstrated. Best wishes & take care!

[@GregsModels]

Cheers Mark 👍

[@t.travelerjg1908]

Nice video, I am always up for new tools within the hobby. I wonder how well it stacks up against the thick Japanese decals?

[@thedigger78979]

Going to the hobby store in Ottawa to buy it tomorrow.

[@willm5032]

I just smear Revells one on there but I might give this a go!

[@andrewbrown2249]

In a nutshell #1 set helps the decal stick in place to the surface and #2 Fix helps it conform to the details in the plastic (round panel lines and bumps etc). Basically, apply some #1 before application (and make sure the surface is gloss coated to protect the paint!) and once dry, apply #2 over the top. I’ve been using it for a while now - it’s great!

[@andrewbrown2249]

Also, be really sure before applying #2 - it will melt the decal a bit and trying to move it after even a few seconds will result in an unwanted chipping effect…

[@GregsModels]

Thanks Andrew

[@NigelsModellingBench]

I have the stuff but have never really used it? I can see that it works well and on a treated surface would be awesome. Thanks Greg.

[@GregsModels]

Cheers Nigel

[@RaduB.]

I keep more than one solutions at hand when applying the decals. Some will always work better than the others for a given situation... I don't have this one (yet), though.

[@charleshenderson9578]

Looks good yep!. But later on some other company will put out a new product. So when does it stop never,never. I just stay with old stuff. I have done well by these old products and it form well around rivets on airplane micro mark or weather.

[@free-birdrocker8809]

Ah, it makes the decals look like its been painted on the panels. Got cha'!

[@paulosergiooliveira3258]

I use matte varnish apply with airbrush

[@tomsenior7405]

A long time ago in a Model Publication, far, far Away.... The only advice available was to trim off surplus Decal Material, leaning only the actual letters and use Gloss Varnish, followed by Matt Varnish to finish the Job. The results were not reliable or convincing. Decal Solutions help a great deal. Personally, I pronounce it "Decal". If anyone prefers "Decal", that's fine as well. Cheers Greg.

[@GregsModels]

There's a great book by Chris Ellis on this. When a modeller had to think out of the box.

[@bugler75]

Decals are always my weakness so anything to help is welcome! Ian

[@GregsModels]

Same here

[@bugler75]

@@GregsModels 👍🏼

[@moparnut6286]

Thanks for the video now I'm off to get me a bottle.

[@GregsModels]

Go for it!

[@markburgess4528]

I can remember when decals were transfers. So, why is it I can transfer my decals but I can't decal my transfers?

[@GregsModels]

Same here, as kids in the seventies always called them transfers.

[@basfinnis]

You're too modest mate 😉

[@scaleartsg]

amazing the decal film disappears after a matt varnish! thats impressive! What did you normally use before this?

[@GregsModels]

I usually sand/polish the area anyway, then maybe use Micro set or Markfit. I just wanted to test on a bad surface to see what happened.

[@scaleartsg]

@@GregsModels seems the mig decal solution saved you that hassle!

[@MottysMilitaryModels]

Hi my friend, please, PLEASE PLEASE have a crack at the DACO brand. Never heard of b4 until Telford a couple of years back. Soft, medium and strong. I've never looked back as the strong , red colour is awoke. If you email me your address my dear friend I'll send you what I have. Don't want any dosh mate, your a mate and you've done so much for me and most definitely others with Your talent

[@GregsModels]

Same here! I bought some of the DACO medium version, but didn't have much success with it might give it another go 👍

[@gavinbooth]

With no prep work first that was a decent set of results marra . Regards Gav.

[@GregsModels]

Yes couldn't believe it worked so well on an untreated surface. A tiny bit of silvering still, but the stuff handled the surface pretty well. Stay safe my friend 👍😎

[@maxclickenhof1049]

And that boys and girls is how you make a P out of a R. :) All jokes aside. What paint are you fixing them to and would a different brand of paint make any difference ?

[@GregsModels]

From a selfish point of view, Tamiya. And it would be interesting to see the results on different paint surfaces 👍😎