Paint before adding rivet decals?

No, you don't.

Have always painted after applying them.

@Big Jim & @BobbyD,

Thanks for the information!

I have Microset and Microsol, I assume this will work for the Archer decals, too?

thanks!!

-Mario

You'll be fine with just the Micro Set (Blue bottle), nothing stronger.

If I never do that again, it’ll be too soon!

I couldn’t wait anymore to paint. 

Nice Mario! 

Do you have an adapter for changing from Atlas to Kaydee couplers on Atlas freight cars?

Here she is on the track...

Better than I had feared, but a little below my hopes. I still struggle with a rattle can match to Lionel’s paint. 

Thanks!

-Mario

CentralFan1976 posted:

If I never do that again, it’ll be too soon!

The rivets look good. Sounds like you might have had a problem.  
Welcome to the wonderful world of "decaling"!