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Post by wing_nut on Jan 30, 2013 10:24:13 GMT -5
Hey, I know that girl... er... frame. That may be my "go to" frame for bases. Easy to mask and deep enough for "stuff". The water putty is one of the most appropriately named products I've ever come across. I read somewhere there are ways to slow the curing process. I want to say add milk? Sounds weird. I would check that out before you do that  One of the best ways to make the basic ground work is pour some of the powder on the wet putty. I like to mix it thick enough that it hold some unevenness. If the surface dries a bit before you add the dry powder spritz it with some water. Do your tracks in the dirt and press the vehicle into it final resting spot now and let it harden. Remove the powder and it leaves a surface that looks like bare ground. BTW, make sure you are wearing a mask. Don't want that stuff in your lungs.    |
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Post by deafpanzer on Jan 30, 2013 10:24:12 GMT -5
Good suggestion... those peebles look naturally so I will paint the base before I can glue them on. Thanks again!!!
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Post by deafpanzer on Jan 30, 2013 10:55:35 GMT -5
Marc, we posted at same time. LOL Thank you so much for the great toot!!! I am not too concerned about the texture this time because most will be covered with snow. But I will definitely try your method next time. However, if I can add some texture now... just little water to the base and add powder, will it work?
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Post by eastrock on Jan 30, 2013 11:37:12 GMT -5
Great work on the base and the dozer, Andy  |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 31, 2013 15:19:13 GMT -5
Nicefo on the base Andy and Marc . I like the picture frame idea . I never worked with water putty either but i'll probably be doing it soon with my Jagd . Good info Marc . Marc , that pic with the round base and the powder all over looks like one of my wifes baking tragedies ! Gawd ! I hope she never reads this !!!  |
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Post by deafpanzer on Feb 1, 2013 0:02:03 GMT -5
ER- Thanks buddy! That tractor was Marc's... he's one of masters I have been following for a long time. Carl- LOL Your wife would love it if she sees this. Glad you liked the frame... thought it would look good with snow white base. Guys- Update on the base... thanks to Marc for his great toot... I was able to add texture to the base. Just brushed the base with water and applied more powered. Easy fix but messy. Wore the mask this time... thank you Marc!  Better now... sorry about crappy pictures!  Primed with black flat...  Next I will spray brown!
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Post by Deleted on Feb 1, 2013 1:47:08 GMT -5
Nice stuff Andy, base work is always a tense time for me!
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Post by wing_nut on Feb 1, 2013 9:12:07 GMT -5
Yeah baby!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1
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Post by deafpanzer on Feb 1, 2013 9:24:46 GMT -5
Mr Sniper- Thanks buddy! It has been fun despite being a novice for this kind of work. Glad I have great guys here helping me out...
Marc- Couldn't have done better without your help! I am starting to like this water putty thing and I can't wait to build another one for the StuG after this. And maybe for the Little Bird too. LOL Guess I owe you another beer...
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Post by spud on Feb 1, 2013 9:26:32 GMT -5
lol, One word comes to mind. Plonker!
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Post by Deleted on Feb 1, 2013 12:12:29 GMT -5
Geeze Andy , looks fine . But it went from looking like a coffee cake(mmmmm, hungry) to a hunk of asphalt (not hungry now)............... |
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Post by bbd468 on Feb 1, 2013 14:11:38 GMT -5
Andy...the base is comin' along nicely brotha! I dont know how the black priming made the base ground look like that....but i like it....ALOT!!!! Gary |
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Post by deafpanzer on Feb 1, 2013 14:52:08 GMT -5
Spud- LOL! Thanks mate!!! Carl- SHHHH! Coffee cake? Quit talking about food... you guys are not helping me!  My doctor finally asked me to watch my weight and the way I eat. LOL Thanks my friend... hoping I can finish it over the weekend. Gary- Thanks brother! I brought same black frame during my lunch break today as Michael's is only five minutes away. I am going to make another base for my previous build StuG with three figures maybe more if time permits.
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Post by TRM on Feb 1, 2013 19:59:55 GMT -5
Sweet base work Andy!! Got two or three that need making....what time did you say you were swinging by?
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Post by wbill76 on Feb 1, 2013 21:30:01 GMT -5
Base is looking very nice there Andy. Keep at it!
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Post by Deleted on Feb 1, 2013 21:35:53 GMT -5
Spud- LOL! Thanks mate!!! Carl- SHHHH! Coffee cake? Quit talking about food... you guys are not helping me! My doctor finally asked me to watch my weight and the way I eat. LOL Thanks my friend... hoping I can finish it over the weekend. Gary- Thanks brother! I brought same black frame during my lunch break today as Michael's is only five minutes away. I am going to make another base for my previous build StuG with three figures maybe more if time permits. Over weight ? I think it goes with our hobby my friend .........those Cheeto's  sure was good ! |
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Post by deafpanzer on Feb 1, 2013 22:31:37 GMT -5
Dicky- True... am really enjoying it very much. I regret for not doing bases earlier for all of my previous builds. I have 7 or 8 completed builds without bases... I don't think I will go back that far but I am already planning to build my second base for the StuG before the show in late March. Thanks my friend! Todd- LOLOLOL! Well, if I leave now and drive for 14 hours I should be at your place just after noon if I don't stop for gas and of course for nature call. I can not promise NOT to take that Pt 107 when I leave... glad you like it so far. More to come... thanks! Bill- It was fun and easy... maybe you can do the same during your next MBA class. Thanks Bill! Carl- HAHAHA! Glad you liked the little surprise inside the package... sorry I had to! Yep, unfortunately my doctor said that during my last visit... its a good thing it really helps me not to think of food while I am at the work bench.
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Post by TRM on Feb 1, 2013 22:55:02 GMT -5
Funny isn't it...I think about the distance and it appears long, but 14 hours is nuttin'!! I have a bit of work to do with my Dad in the morning but should be back by noon! The wife will be here...just tell here who you are and she will let you in...I assume you read lips? She knows some sign language but it's not suitable for public!! LOL!!
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Post by deafpanzer on Feb 2, 2013 15:23:20 GMT -5
Todd- LMAO! I was at your place around noon but nobody answered the door. Then a lady flipped a birdie at me from behind the window. Maybe that was your wife? LOL Believe me I'd love to teach you and your wife popular foul language signs... I don't think I ever told you that I am taking my family to New England for summer vacation... so maybe you want to add extra dead bolt to all of your doors to protect your stash. LOL Guys- Just a quick update... base paint Vallejo Earth flat then highlighted with Vallejo Tan Earth.  Next I am not sure which I should apply... pigments or snow? I assume pigments because I don't want pigment on the snow except for area where tracks have made contact.
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Post by bbd468 on Feb 2, 2013 15:38:01 GMT -5
Hey Brother Andy, the ground color looks great buddy. I would think pigments first befroe snow...but im just guessing since ive never done snow before. Im looking forward to it as i dont have a clue what to use for snow.  SBS on tha snow man...SBS!!!!! Gary |
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Post by bullardino on Feb 2, 2013 15:54:37 GMT -5
Great work on that base, Andy  |
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Post by TRM on Feb 2, 2013 16:07:31 GMT -5
More progress!! Sweet!! Oh I really need to start one of the bases soon!!! LOL!!! Coming to NE ey? LOL Probably best not to tell us where! Always up for some kind of road trip!!
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Post by deafpanzer on Feb 2, 2013 16:35:16 GMT -5
Dicky- Glad you like it so far. No worries! Actually I am planning to cover half of base with snow... remember winter is about to end so ground can be seen finally after a long winter. I am trying to avoid very muddy scheme...
Gary- Thanks brotha! That's what I am thinking too... pigments first. I can always add more pigments after I add snow if I am not pleased with the result. I am really learning while I am doing this. I admit I am little nervous about adding snow... wish me luck. LOL
Luigi- Thanks buddy!
Todd- Thanks... appreciate it! Believe me it has been fun making this base... I am now determined to make two more bases before the show in March. LOL Where? For sure Maine where my aunt lives and will hook up with Dupes while we are there. We might drive thru Massachusetts to visit Boston for a day or two... we are always up to beat up Bruins and Patriots fans. LOL
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Post by wbill76 on Feb 2, 2013 16:47:40 GMT -5
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Post by deafpanzer on Feb 3, 2013 0:10:27 GMT -5
Dicky- Deluxe Materials Scenic... not sure if I have seen it before. Who sell 'em? Already got Woodland Scenics Soft Flake Snow. Maybe its the same thing? I will post a picture later when I am ready to work on snow. I have been following product how to make good snow using same thread so wish me luck!
Bill- Sounds like your professor makes a great motivational speaker! LOL Thanks for stopping by.
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Post by deafpanzer on Feb 3, 2013 0:18:58 GMT -5
Guys- Update on the base... I think I am in love again. Dig those products from Armor Farm that my wife gave me for Christmas...  Good look at saplings... very realistic look.  After using four saplings there's plenty in the box for 3-4 future bases or even more. Worth the money!  Another good look at bushes... I really like 'em.  Closer look... snipped into smaller bushes.  Base still under construction...   Tomorrow I plan to add grass, grain and barley... then I can add snow. Thanks for looking... feedback is always open here!
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Post by 406 Silverado on Feb 3, 2013 0:34:27 GMT -5
Looking good Andy. Yeah it will fill out and even out with the grass for sure.
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Post by deafpanzer on Feb 3, 2013 0:42:30 GMT -5
Thanks boss! Can't wait to finish this... I'd love to hear your feedback after I add more stuff to the base.
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Post by wouter on Feb 3, 2013 3:22:52 GMT -5
oh yeah, this is starting to look very cool bro!
me want that Armorfarmstuff too! ^^
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Post by Deleted on Feb 3, 2013 4:09:58 GMT -5
Very cool looking trees and bushes Andy ! Gawd , you mean them Germans even trimed the bushes around their tanks ?  |
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SBS on tha snow man...SBS!!!!! 
