Engine turned aluminum

[majel]

Does anyone know of a source for scale engine turned aluminum or an easy way to replicate if?  I'm getting ready to start a 1/16 scale FED that has an engine turned aluminum cowl.  Maybe even a decal?

[Exotics_Builder]

For sure Model Factory Hiro offers this

 

[Aaronw]

If you have a Dremel or similar and a lot of patience you could scale down the technique in this video

 

[Ace-Garageguy]

 

[TooOld]

I bought these decals from Speedway Decals , the pattern measures 7" x 2-3/16" and the circles are approximately 5/64" diameter .  I think it was $8 or $10 plus postage .

[majel]

Thank you guys for the replies and suggestions.  I think I'll try the decals and see how they look.

[jaymcminn]

I've been playing with the MFH embossed foil. It's nice stuff, but it has its limitations. It's thicker than BMF with very strong adhesive. It doesn't like too much burnishing, which will cause the pattern to disappear. It's going to get used for something, I just haven't figured it out yet!

[Xingu]

When I was racing R/C cars in the 90's, I would make my own. I would use an electric eraser with a soft eraser. It was a bit tedious though when doing large sections. I was also doing this on actual aluminum blocks and not on foil.

[espo]

I have noticed some decal and dry transfer type materials at Hobby Lobby in the model section. They seem to be part of the wooden car materials.