Hello everyone.
After many years away from the hobby my knowledge of modern finishing techniques needs some updating.
I recently started building a gas powered airplane which after some practical considerations has become an electric powered build. I started with the old school method of using dope, tissue and talc. As of now the wing, flaps and tail are in talc and ready for a blanket covering coat. Normally I would continue with some Randolphs silver followed by whatever colors I wish to use for base and trim and then the final clear coats. In the past my 600-650 square airplanes gained approximately 3 1/2-4 ounces after applying silver, base, trim and clear coats.
Suggestions would be most appreciated as to any alternative finishing type and technique that could be used that's a better way to go than finishing up with dope.
Thanks, Mike