Charles,
Yes, I understand I can't use the vinyl as structural covering. You may remember the Streaky looking Skyray I built a few years ago that has a similar look and may give you a rough idea of what the Cardinal will look like if you just think dark metallic blue and chrome. This was my first purpose built stunter for my entry into Intermediate.
![](https://www.dropbox.com/s/twflyo0p4cn4hnp/Osprey%209-22-2014%20%283%29.jpg?raw=1)
Rusty,
You know I have you to blame for my rattle can finishes. A hard sell but I took your advice and EVERY model I've built, plus the ones yet to be finished, will have rattle can paint someplace. It's an easy road and you can get a great finish.
I think of you every time I buy a can. So thank you for that.
Wow! You still have this model? Nice.
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OK. I'll think dark metallic blue and chrome. I'm thinking...........I'm still thinking.
I'm thinking a color would be missing. I'm thinking three colors to really make the model pop. And the third color cannot butt up to the chrome. Must leave a space of dark metallic blue.
I would use a pastel most any pastel color would work, even a light blue.
I go to the paint store and get color chips. I spread them out. Easier to decide.
BAM! three colors and it'll pop.
Got any designs on paper?
Charles