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Old 01-14-2009, 08:18 PM
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Re: Decal over bare plastic?

Decals need a smooth surface to adhere well - in most cases, this means glossy paint. But you can put them on clear parts without paint, so I'd imagine that goes for any plastic. I'd imagine you'd have to wash the parts thoroughly to remove any mold release first, though - any surface contaminant could lead to the decal peeling away like you describe. If you're unsure, I'd say paint it just to be safe - it would be bad news to have it peel up 6 months down the road . . . .
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