How to Lexan Airbrush Rivets

Measure the section of the vehicle's body where you want to place the rivet line, then cut the metal strip to match it.

Tape the metal strip on the inside of the body, along the proposed line of the rivets; if you want rivets along the base of the windshield, tape the metal strip along this line on the inside of the body.

Use the pounce wheel to puncture the surface of the body by rolling it alongside the metal. The metal strip will guide the wheel to help maintain a straight line. Apply light pressure to prevent poking large holes in the body's plastic (you only want to form bumps).

Peel a section of tape that matches the length of the rivet line, then use the pounce wheel to poke holes down the center of it. These holes should match the bumps you put on the Lexan body. Position this section of tape over the rivet bumps with the bumps protruding through the holes. Place more tape on either side of the first piece to further protect the body from paint.

Fill your airbrush with gray paint, then put on a small nozzle to prevent excess application. Turn on the airbrush, then apply paint along the length of the rivet line (stay as close to the center of the tape to prevent accidental paint application on other parts of the body).

Clean the airbrush and wait for the gray paint to dry. Fill it with a mixture of one part black paint to nine parts water, then apply this to the line of rivets. This coat will blend the rivets in, providing a more-natural look.