I use Testors Model Masters Flat Black Lacquer. You just need to make sure you get Model Masters Lacquer & not Enamel. Just mask off your hood, and paint it on the outside of the body (you can paint it on the inside too if you want, but I normally don't). It adheres well and does flex with the body. Unfortunatley, with painting it on the outside it is not very scratch resistant so be careful securing and removing your body pins. I use Testors Model Masters Lacquers almost exclusively on my VTA bodies as they have plenty of authentic automotive colors from the 60s-70s. Hope this helps. Good luck