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Gold moldings for NES and SNES cartridges
kingjohn3:
--- Quote from: wiggy on March 27, 2014, 08:41:43 PM ---Wait, what? You talking about the gold paint? If so, it's spray paint. No brushing or dipping.
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Ok got it. SO lemee do the list to make sure....take it apart, spray paint it, dry, put back together, re-label, enjoy. That seem to cover it? Is there a coating to use to keep it from flaking, peeling, etc?
Ozzy_98:
That's the 3rd can, a clear coat. And don't forget cleaning it.
Sanding is the troubles part, you cant sand the carts without losing the finish. Even a heavy primer removes the texture.
kingjohn3:
is sanding necessary?
wiggy:
No. A magic eraser or scotch bright pad will scuff the smooth surfaces enough (the textured parts of the cart are, well, textured and don't need any sanding/scuffing).
shenske:
Read this for comparisons of which type gold spray paint you would like.
http://www.chrislovesjulia.com/2013/02/answering-which-gold-spray-paint-is-best.html
Personally, I think the Design Master has the best gold paint color (or closest to what Zelda on the NES used).
I also found some of these cans at Home Depot the other day.
http://www.amazon.com/Design-Master-231-Medal-Metallic/dp/B004G8IPDQ