1957 Big Twin 35 Engine Cowling Separation? Latch Bale Pin Removal?

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  • January 19, 2022 at 6:39 pm #253071
    Buccaneer
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      Nice crisp paint lines!

      Prepare to be boarded!

      January 19, 2022 at 10:14 pm #253080
      boscovius
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        Thank you!

        I used the good 3M Scotch Green masking tape.  1/4 inch tape to follow the curves, 3/4 inch tape to fill in and fasten plastic.  I learned you have to rub those tape edges down good to make sure the paint doesn’t bleed underneath.

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        January 19, 2022 at 10:43 pm #253083
        bobw
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          Those are some really crisp paint lines.  Even better than the 3M masking tape to prevent edge bleeding is to start with 1/4″ or even 1/8″ 3M vinyl tape at the paint edges/curves, then cover that with masking paper with the 3M masking tape.   And yes, burnishing the edge tape is critical.   No criticism intended here – you really did a great job!

          Bob

          1937 Champion D2C Deluxe Lite Twin
          1954 Johnson CD-11
          1957 Evinrude Fastwin 18
          1958 Johnson QD-19
          1958 Johnson FD-12
          1959 Johnson QD-20

          “Every 20 minute job is only a broken bolt away from a 3-day project.”
          "Every time you remove a broken or seized bolt an angel gets his wings."

          January 19, 2022 at 11:59 pm #253085
          boscovius
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            Thanks Bobw.

            For a first attempt,  I’m pretty happy with it.  Maybe someday I’ll get to do another one.  I didn’t mention I had a guy bead blast that down to bare aluminum.  At least on the outside anyway.  I didn’t see too much importance in taking it down to bare metal on the inside.  But I think that made a difference in the final finish.

            January 20, 2022 at 9:41 am #253086
            The Boat House
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              As a first time “amateur” attempt, I would think
              you’re embarrassing many that claim to be
              professionals. Excellent work.
              Tubs

              January 20, 2022 at 11:42 am #253091
              lloyd
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                Beautiful Job!!

                January 20, 2022 at 6:45 pm #253115
                boscovius
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                  @ The Boat House.

                  You are too kind, Sir.

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