Battle Star Galactica Markings Query

[Cobra]

Hey Guys, Inspired by Great Profiles like the Ones Done by Clave, I'm considering doing a C-130 in Colonial Markings. Which would Be Better? Getting a viper Model or Decal Sheet with Markings or Recreating The Markings with Paint and Maybe Stencils? Could Use some Advice from You Guys. What Say You? Thanks for Looking. Dan

[zenrat]

How do you feel about printing your own decals?

[Cobra]

I'm not sure, I have an Inkjet Printer, but it Gets a Lot of Use and I Don't have the Software for it. I was Thinking about Either using Decals from a New BSG Viper or Trying to get a Decal sheet. I Also have some Pactra Trim Tape and was Considering using that for the Stripes. Don't mean to sound like a Fool.Dan

[PR19_Kit]

Printing decals doesn't need dedicated software, any graphics programme will do the job, even MS Paint which comes with Windows can be used at a pinch. What you will need is the proper decal paper for inkjet printing and possibly some sealing varnish after they're printed.

[Cobra]

I almost bought a System made by Testors for making Decals, but wasn't sure. I'm Thinking about that kind of thing but, May go to making the Markings if I Can't find Decals Available. Dan

[Librarian]

I've made a few of the original Monogram/Revell Viper kits over the years and to be very honest the markings pretty much consist of stripes. With the lumps and bumps on the surface of the kit I found simple masking and painting far superior to the provided decals, with the added benefit of being able to get the correct shades. Not sure about the remake Vipers markings.