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Post by sharp on Jun 30, 2024 17:01:55 GMT -5
This will be my first build. I been wanting to build this one for awhile now. Can't wait to get started on it!  |
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Post by keavdog on Jun 30, 2024 17:14:35 GMT -5
Cool! I'll be watching - I have that one in the stash as well.
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Post by project510 on Jun 30, 2024 18:01:54 GMT -5
This will be fun to see come together!
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Post by kyledehart5 on Jul 1, 2024 5:57:38 GMT -5
Awesome!! I can't wait to see what you do with the midget! I have heard it is a great kit. I have one too but haven't built it yet.
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Post by 406 Silverado on Jul 16, 2024 20:21:44 GMT -5
I'm in Mike ( sharp)!!! Bookmarked!! |
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Post by sharp on Jul 16, 2024 21:40:52 GMT -5
Thanks guys. I been working on it for the past few nights and I made a little progress. I got all the parts cleaned up and primed. Everything should be ready for paint by the weekend.   |
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Post by keavdog on Jul 16, 2024 21:50:36 GMT -5
Great progress. Taking notes! I'll be honest, I've never primed a motor before
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Post by kyledehart5 on Jul 16, 2024 23:06:06 GMT -5
Excellent. I have my notebook out as well. Lots of pretty small pieces there it looks like.
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Post by project510 on Jul 16, 2024 23:35:31 GMT -5
Great progress. Taking notes! I'll be honest, I've never primed a motor before Really? I clean up and prime everything. Is this not normal for everyone? Looking forward to seeing this in paint Mike! |
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Post by Joe Rix on Jul 16, 2024 23:55:12 GMT -5
That's a really cool kit you've got going Mike. Looking forward to some paint application.
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Post by kyledehart5 on Jul 17, 2024 1:37:23 GMT -5
Great progress. Taking notes! I'll be honest, I've never primed a motor before Really? I clean up and prime everything. Is this not normal for everyone? Looking forward to seeing this in paint Mike! I’m a pretty cut rate model builder myself. I generally don’t prime small stuff like engines. Unless there’s a reason. Black bashing to add some depth or gloss black for some shiny metal. I paint over all sorts of bare plastic. I probably shouldn’t but there we are. |
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Post by 406 Silverado on Jul 17, 2024 4:55:47 GMT -5
I think it's pretty cool that this little fella's got a V-8 in it. Starting off very well so far Mike.
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Post by tcoat on Jul 17, 2024 6:55:57 GMT -5
Great progress. Taking notes! I'll be honest, I've never primed a motor before Really? I clean up and prime everything. Is this not normal for everyone? Looking forward to seeing this in paint Mike! The only thing I may (only "may" not will) prime is gloss car bodies. Nothing else ever.  |
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Post by joelw on Jul 18, 2024 14:46:25 GMT -5
Use to love watching the Midgets on TV as they always put on a great show. Really looking forward to following your build to the checkered flag.
Like Kyle, I don't prime small parts, engines, and the drive train. But the body and interior are always primed, with the exception of Metallic finishes. For those I start with a few mist coats of Tamiya Gloss Black, then a wet coat or two.
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Post by sharp on Jul 19, 2024 17:36:56 GMT -5
Great progress. Taking notes! I'll be honest, I've never primed a motor before Really? I clean up and prime everything. Is this not normal for everyone? Looking forward to seeing this in paint Mike! Well I had to show something... lol |
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Post by sharp on Jul 19, 2024 17:42:31 GMT -5
Thanks for the heads up on the priming guys. I been priming everything since I got back in the hobby 15 years ago. No more priming small parts that will save me some money.
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Post by joelw on Jul 19, 2024 18:06:50 GMT -5
One thing more on priming, if I do need to prime small parts, I go with either Tamiya or Mr. Color primer in cans, and it's lite, quick passes. Nothing heavy, and just a few like 3 passes, and that's it.
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Post by sharp on Jul 19, 2024 18:15:57 GMT -5
One thing more on priming, if I do need to prime small parts, I go with either Tamiya or Mr. Color primer in cans, and it's lite, quick passes. Nothing heavy, and just a few like 3 passes, and that's it. joel Thanks joelw. I been using gray or black Alclad lacquer primer in my airbrush for small parts the past couple years. |
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Post by joelw on Jul 21, 2024 14:17:19 GMT -5
My go to primers are Tamiya and Mr. Color white, gray, & Black. I find that both Gray primers are just to dark, and many times the white is over white which I can't see the coverage, so my go to home made mix is 1 part White 1 part Gray, & 1 part Mr. Color Leveling 400 Thinner. It's the best lacquer by far.
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Post by sharp on Jul 21, 2024 18:43:03 GMT -5
My go to primers are Tamiya and Mr. Color white, gray, & Black. I find that both Gray primers are just to dark, and many times the white is over white which I can't see the coverage, so my go to home made mix is 1 part White 1 part Gray, & 1 part Mr. Color Leveling 400 Thinner. It's the best lacquer by far. joel Thanks for the info, joel. I will give that a try. |
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Post by project510 on Jul 21, 2024 21:43:16 GMT -5
My go to primers are Tamiya and Mr. Color white, gray, & Black. I find that both Gray primers are just to dark, and many times the white is over white which I can't see the coverage, so my go to home made mix is 1 part White 1 part Gray, & 1 part Mr. Color Leveling 400 Thinner. It's the best lacquer by far. joel I use both of these on everything as well. Never thought to mix them. That's a clever idea. |
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Post by kyledehart5 on Jul 22, 2024 5:58:40 GMT -5
Hmmm. I, too, shall try out your mixture Joel. Thanks for sharing!!
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Post by joelw on Jul 22, 2024 7:32:00 GMT -5
I actually have 4 Iwata paint plastic jars with my primers pre-mixed and pre-thinned: Pure White, White/Gray, & Black. I do need to make one for Pink which would be White/and a few drops of Red for an outstanding Pinkish color.
One thing I do with all my paints and primers is a quick shake followed by a good mix the my old and trusty Badger battery powered paint mixer.
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Post by sharp on Jul 28, 2024 16:10:11 GMT -5
Got a little more progress done on it this weekend. I decided to go with black Tamiya and the gold and red decals from the kit. I also got the engine painted and together. I'm working on the chassis and clear coating the body tonight. More soon! Thanks for lookin'! Mike   |
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Post by keavdog on Jul 28, 2024 16:34:00 GMT -5
Great progress. Looking good in black.
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Post by 406 Silverado on Jul 28, 2024 18:44:13 GMT -5
Great progress. Looking good in black. I'll echo both sentiments on this one Mike. Beautiful work man. |
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Post by project510 on Jul 28, 2024 22:49:25 GMT -5
I see a pretty nice reflection in the black paint! Looks like a success!
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Post by kyledehart5 on Jul 28, 2024 23:40:24 GMT -5
Interestingly enough I just stumbled across almost this exact midget for sale on Facebook not far from my house. www.facebook.com/share/8iQ8VJm9uKP4Ny5b/?mibextid=79PoIi Here is the marketplace link if anyone wants some references or just to look at a beautiful midget. Out of my price range though. Beautiful work on yours Mike!! She’s looking really great. |
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Post by handiabled on Jul 29, 2024 9:25:35 GMT -5
The finish of your paintwork is perfect!
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Post by joelw on Jul 29, 2024 9:28:31 GMT -5
Just a fantastic paint & decal job. The deep refection in the super smooth paint is certainly a mark of excellence.
The engine, rear, and tube frame all look as they would in real like. Can't wait to see your next update.
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