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Post by moparman18064 on Mar 17, 2024 16:27:36 GMT -5
Fired some 50/50 GX112/MLT on the extra floor board pieces (I'm going with the flat black corrugated option). Unless I'm missing something, and this all melts overnight, it appears good to go! Started with a mist coat, then applied a couple of heavier coats. Nice and glossy. You can see the demarcations on the bottom bit where I was holding with gloves. ![](https://i.postimg.cc/3rSd1Dv0/20240317-154408.jpg) Looks good to me man. I’m not surprised. That gx stuff seems to be pretty easy going. If you go with the same process as you did here, it looks like you should be ok. When you have a reaction, you will usually see within 5 seconds to 15 minutes. I used to paint cars professionally, and would cringe when you saw lifting, cracking, fisheyes. I never shot anything in acrylics or water base, so this peaked my interest.
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Post by dupes on Mar 17, 2024 18:44:35 GMT -5
Looks good to me man. I’m not surprised. That gx stuff seems to be pretty easy going. If you go with the same process as you did here, it looks like you should be ok. When you have a reaction, you will usually see within 5 seconds to 15 minutes. I used to paint cars professionally, and would cringe when you saw lifting, cracking, fisheyes. I never shot anything in acrylics or water base, so this peaked my interest. I've found Vallejo stuff to be pretty fragile overall in the past, so I'm actually quite surprised it worked. I'll check those pieces out again tomorrow after they've had time to sit a bit to see if there's any change...but I have to assume that any issues would have presented themselves by now!
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Post by kyledehart5 on Mar 17, 2024 21:50:05 GMT -5
If they’re still fine then they’re likely going to be fine. This is going to be a great looking build
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Post by 406 Silverado on Mar 18, 2024 4:59:19 GMT -5
If they’re still fine then they’re likely going to be fine. This is going to be a great looking build I'll echo THAT!! That looks like a "win" to me on the clear Marc. Now to let those strips cure out and hit 'em with some fine grit paper. You've got a fairly smooth surface on those so I'd probably start with 4K and then work up through the 6, 8 and 12K papers just to get the feel for what you'll have to do on the real car. Watch the edges so you don't burn/ sand through as it happens quicker than you think. When you're sanding on the car watch the edges AND all raised detail.
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Post by dupes on Mar 18, 2024 8:57:56 GMT -5
If they’re still fine then they’re likely going to be fine. This is going to be a great looking build I'll echo THAT!! That looks like a "win" to me on the clear Marc. Now to let those strips cure out and hit 'em with some fine grit paper. You've got a fairly smooth surface on those so I'd probably start with 4K and then work up through the 6, 8 and 12K papers just to get the feel for what you'll have to do on the real car. Watch the edges so you don't burn/ sand through as it happens quicker than you think. When you're sanding on the car watch the edges AND all raised detail. Is there someone who makes a pack of all of these? I don't have anything past about 1k...yet.
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Post by moparman18064 on Mar 18, 2024 9:06:31 GMT -5
I'll echo THAT!! That looks like a "win" to me on the clear Marc. Now to let those strips cure out and hit 'em with some fine grit paper. You've got a fairly smooth surface on those so I'd probably start with 4K and then work up through the 6, 8 and 12K papers just to get the feel for what you'll have to do on the real car. Watch the edges so you don't burn/ sand through as it happens quicker than you think. When you're sanding on the car watch the edges AND all raised detail. Is there someone who makes a pack of all of these? I don't have anything past about 1k...yet. If you go on Amazon, you can get packs of what I’ve been using- Godhand sanding strips or sponge blocks, priced pretty cheaply ![](https://i.postimg.cc/t48KM41W/image.jpg)
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Post by 406 Silverado on Mar 18, 2024 9:45:28 GMT -5
I'll echo THAT!! That looks like a "win" to me on the clear Marc. Now to let those strips cure out and hit 'em with some fine grit paper. You've got a fairly smooth surface on those so I'd probably start with 4K and then work up through the 6, 8 and 12K papers just to get the feel for what you'll have to do on the real car. Watch the edges so you don't burn/ sand through as it happens quicker than you think. When you're sanding on the car watch the edges AND all raised detail. Is there someone who makes a pack of all of these? I don't have anything past about 1k...yet. You can also go to Hobbylink and get them. Here you go: Hobbylinc Polishing System Assortment
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Post by dupes on Mar 18, 2024 10:03:43 GMT -5
Is there someone who makes a pack of all of these? I don't have anything past about 1k...yet. You can also go to Hobbylink and get them. Here you go: Hobbylinc Polishing System Assortment If I have to place a Hobbylinc order, I will. Are there any local-type places that carry grits this fine? Home Depot? Any of the car parts stores?
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Post by dupes on Mar 18, 2024 10:04:35 GMT -5
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Post by 406 Silverado on Mar 18, 2024 10:08:02 GMT -5
If I have to place a Hobbylinc order, I will. Are there any local-type places that carry grits this fine? Home Depot? Any of the car parts stores? Hobby Lobby used to carry an assortment like this but it's been a while since ours had any. If you have one close you could check.
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Post by dupes on Mar 18, 2024 19:09:59 GMT -5
It appears that my local Home Depot and Napa Auto Parts carry 1k, 2k, and 3k...but nothing above that. I'll check Hobby Lobby later this week!
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Post by 406 Silverado on Mar 18, 2024 19:27:12 GMT -5
It appears that my local Home Depot and Napa Auto Parts carry 1k, 2k, and 3k...but nothing above that. I'll check Hobby Lobby later this week! Lemme know. I may be able to help you out with a pack Marc.
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Post by dupes on Mar 21, 2024 13:54:57 GMT -5
We're in business! Scalehobbyist was quick to pack these up...got enough Flames to last me a bit. Sprayed the gloss layer this morning - decaling tonight. ![:D](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/grin.png) ![](https://i.postimg.cc/jjZdQYVP/20240321-145201.jpg)
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Post by moparman18064 on Mar 21, 2024 16:46:25 GMT -5
Can’t wait to see it. Did clear work out well?
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Post by imatanker on Mar 21, 2024 17:09:52 GMT -5
Gotta love those Scalehobbyist Dudes.
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Post by dupes on Mar 21, 2024 19:40:34 GMT -5
I know, right? Helps that they're only one state over.
Clear went fine - the paint could certainly use a bit of sanding, but I don't have the tools/supplies for that yet. This build will have to do without, and I'll get myself all set up for the next one.
Picking a decal scheme is proving to be difficult!
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Post by dupes on Mar 26, 2024 9:47:19 GMT -5
Made some progress - chassis/engine are all assembled and attached. I had some issues understanding where some parts were supposed to fit, due mainly to the differing options available for wheel types. I'll have to find the particular part number. Need to clearcoat the decals tonight. Had a great scheme pieced together, but one of the decal sheets I ordered (the Round 2 set) shattered immediately after coming off of the backing paper. Had to come up with an alternate plan. It looks decent, but not what I had in mind!
Will get a pic up this evening.
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Post by kyledehart5 on Mar 26, 2024 17:47:23 GMT -5
Round 2, Revell, Tamiya. I’ve had issues with all of their decals even brand new kits. It can be frustrating. Can’t wait to see what you’ve got!!
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Post by dupes on Mar 26, 2024 21:41:36 GMT -5
Huh. Glad it's not just me, I guess. Too bad - their flame designs were the best! Here's the current status. Time to piece everything together. The interior side panels have some seriously vague location instructions...I wish they attached to the floor, not the wall. ![](https://i.postimg.cc/6pwNdcbS/20240326-222909.jpg)
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Post by moparman18064 on Mar 26, 2024 21:52:07 GMT -5
Looking great. The color shift even stands out in pictures. And here you were worried about painting a car model, keep ‘em coming!
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Post by kyledehart5 on Mar 27, 2024 3:27:04 GMT -5
Wow!! This is looking awesome. You’re doing some beautiful work. And the paint looks top notch!!
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Post by 406 Silverado on Mar 27, 2024 4:34:02 GMT -5
Looking great. The color shift even stands out in pictures. And here you were worried about painting a car model, keep ‘em coming! I'm right there with Rich on the outcome of that paint Marc. Really smooth work on that so far and the interior is coming out pretty snazzy too. I hear you on the positive location for the interior door panels. Sometimes I'll use something like Elmers glue to test out a location for them and put everything together to see how it's all gonna turn out. If they aren't in the right place, the panels can always be removed and re-adhered. When you've got them positioned right just mark the inside of the car body at the edges around the panel and then glue 'em into place using the marks for positioning.
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Post by dupes on Mar 27, 2024 9:53:14 GMT -5
Looking great. The color shift even stands out in pictures. And here you were worried about painting a car model, keep ‘em coming! It's definitely far easier to capture the color shift with a static pic vs being able to change angles, but I like it. Eventually I'll get the car-painting process down. A lot more to come! ![:D](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/grin.png)
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Post by dupes on Mar 27, 2024 9:55:03 GMT -5
Wow!! This is looking awesome. You’re doing some beautiful work. And the paint looks top notch!! Thanks Kyle! I certainly won't put any close-ups against the finishes that the real car guys here can achieve. I might be able to get a bit closer once I get the right tools in the stable, though. Will also be different when I'm not pressed for time to get things done! I took a few liberties with placement of the undercarriage bits when it wasn't super clear. Nobody will be looking under there once I'm done, anyway. Haha.
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Post by dupes on Mar 27, 2024 9:56:26 GMT -5
Looking great. The color shift even stands out in pictures. And here you were worried about painting a car model, keep ‘em coming! I'm right there with Rich on the outcome of that paint Marc. Really smooth work on that so far and the interior is coming out pretty snazzy too. I hear you on the positive location for the interior door panels. Sometimes I'll use something like Elmers glue to test out a location for them and put everything together to see how it's all gonna turn out. If they aren't in the right place, the panels can always be removed and re-adhered. When you've got them positioned right just mark the inside of the car body at the edges around the panel and then glue 'em into place using the marks for positioning. Oooooh, this is genius! Have to try it tonight. I've been hesitant to attach them with the complete lack of positive placement. No tabs, or even an outline or something?
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Post by dupes on Mar 31, 2024 16:58:16 GMT -5
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Post by cbaltrin on Mar 31, 2024 19:29:17 GMT -5
Huh. Glad it's not just me, I guess. Too bad - their flame designs were the best! Here's the current status. Time to piece everything together. The interior side panels have some seriously vague location instructions...I wish they attached to the floor, not the wall. ![](https://i.postimg.cc/6pwNdcbS/20240326-222909.jpg) That is looking really sharp. Love that interior!
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Post by kyledehart5 on Mar 31, 2024 21:29:30 GMT -5
Absolutely killer!! Love it.
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Post by 70 STING on Apr 1, 2024 21:45:52 GMT -5
Looks sharp. Nice colours and design choices. 8^)
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Post by dean48ws on Apr 2, 2024 4:33:34 GMT -5
And you say you're not a car guy! I'd be thrilled to turn this kind of work out, top stuff!!!!!
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