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Post by wbill76 on Jun 26, 2015 16:43:13 GMT -5
LOL...that's the spirit!! Grip-n-rip!!  As an added bonus, Sharon suggested I order a 2nd airbrush (cheaper plastic body version) via Amazon since we have reward points there to have as a backup and keep me more or less in business in the interim. She said it was 'like a magician without a wand'  She definitely qualifies as my beautiful assistant though.  Should have it by Tuesday, so won't be as long of a delay as otherwise. |
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Post by Leon on Jun 26, 2015 17:14:33 GMT -5
Bad news on the airbrush bill!  Will be waiting patiently for it's return to action. |
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Post by wbill76 on Jun 26, 2015 17:15:22 GMT -5
Thanks Leon! Maybe they can rebuild it to be stronger and faster... |
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Post by TRM on Jun 26, 2015 17:18:57 GMT -5
Nice!! Bill, the Harry Potter, Steve Austin of the modelling world!! Make sure you let Hermione she's a great assistant for letting you conjure up a backup! |
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Post by wing_nut on Jun 26, 2015 19:17:44 GMT -5
Airbrush took the summer off. Gotta remember that one so I have something to blame when I try the spray a German mottled in 144th scale and it sucks  |
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Post by wbill76 on Jun 27, 2015 11:29:11 GMT -5
Airbrush took the summer off. Gotta remember that one so I have something to blame when I try the spray a German mottled in 144th scale and it sucks You can only push the equipment so far Marc! |
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Post by wbill76 on Jun 27, 2015 17:15:27 GMT -5
In an effort to make the most of my short-term lack of an airbrush, I was still able to sniff some thinner and work on the tools and equipment details a bit for the rear deck. The clamps aren't painted yet as I won't know what colors they need until the camo scheme is on of course. Progress is progress though and Amazon says I will get my substitute/backup AB on Tuesday the 30th, so all is not lost.  |
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Post by Leon on Jun 27, 2015 17:30:54 GMT -5
Nice work on the tools Bill! Glad to hear there's no long wait for the AB. |
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Post by Deleted on Jun 27, 2015 17:44:38 GMT -5
Good looking kit and build Bill . |
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Post by wbill76 on Jun 27, 2015 18:35:28 GMT -5
Thanks Leon! I had everything all lined up to take advantage of the weekend to do the disc camo but it wasn't to be. Internet to the rescue though. Carl, thanks for stopping by and the comments. |
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Post by Tojo72 on Jun 27, 2015 18:44:56 GMT -5
I always find Amazon ships faster 5hen they say,you might even have it monday.
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Post by wbill76 on Jun 27, 2015 19:18:49 GMT -5
I always find Amazon ships faster 5hen they say,you might even have it monday. Quite possible Anthony, all depends on where it's shipping from. I've even had stuff delivered on a Sunday via the USPS service a couple of times. |
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Post by wing_nut on Jun 27, 2015 20:00:57 GMT -5
Nice looking tools. And that's saying something considering how many times I've been called a "tool".  |
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Post by wbill76 on Jun 28, 2015 11:31:34 GMT -5
Nice looking tools. And that's saying something considering how many times I've been called a "tool". It's all in the context Marc! |
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Post by deafpanzer on Jun 29, 2015 10:05:29 GMT -5
Any chance I can borrow your tools? Seems I lost mine... looking good Bill!
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Post by wbill76 on Jun 29, 2015 10:09:26 GMT -5
Any chance I can borrow your tools? Seems I lost mine... looking good Bill! Thanks Andy! Tools are always available for you buddy. |
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Post by TRM on Jun 29, 2015 11:02:45 GMT -5
Nice! Bang out the detail stuff waiting on the brush! New one should be there tomorrow...no? Looking good Bill! |
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Post by wbill76 on Jun 29, 2015 12:27:41 GMT -5
Nice! Bang out the detail stuff waiting on the brush! New one should be there tomorrow...no? Looking good Bill! It's coming by UPS so I should have it tomorrow night if all goes to plan. |
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Post by wbill76 on Jun 29, 2015 16:18:20 GMT -5
Nice! Bang out the detail stuff waiting on the brush! New one should be there tomorrow...no? Looking good Bill! It's coming by UPS so I should have it tomorrow night if all goes to plan. Got to love the efficiency of UPS and Amazon. The backup arrived today and will be pressed into service shortly.  |
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Post by TRM on Jun 29, 2015 17:01:06 GMT -5
Outstanding!! Have fun commissioning the unit!! |
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Post by wbill76 on Jun 29, 2015 19:48:42 GMT -5
Outstanding!! Have fun commissioning the unit!! It's fitting that the first round will be primer. |
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Post by Leon on Jun 29, 2015 20:01:02 GMT -5
Glad to see that the paint will be flying soon Bill! |
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Post by BJ---Rest In Peace on Jun 30, 2015 1:44:34 GMT -5
Glad to see you got a backup.. I may have some extra tips/inserts for that air brush. I'll take a look around, If I do you can have them. I have no clue where they came from, Just showed up one day in my parts box. Guess it was the AB Fairy.
If I remember right they are pink and/or orange
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Post by wbill76 on Jun 30, 2015 11:15:16 GMT -5
Thanks Leon! BJ, I've been meaning to get a backup for some time, this just provided the necessary push to finally make it happen. Thanks for the offer on the tips, happy to take them off your hands if you find them. There's a whole variety of tips with different nozzle diameters and effects. The pink is a spatter tip IIRC and the orange is a large diameter tip designed for wide area coverage. I've never used the pink but I regularly use the orange for spraying things like Future coats for example. |
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Post by wbill76 on Jun 30, 2015 15:34:56 GMT -5
Got the replacement AB squared away and let some paint fly today. First order of business was laying down a primer coat. I used Testors MM enamel Italian Dark Brown to ensure there wouldn't be any unpainted plastic areas in the nooks and crannies and to check seams and such. This will get a chance to cure and then it's on to getting the camo scheme broad pattern sections laid down.  |
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Post by Leon on Jun 30, 2015 15:39:13 GMT -5
Primer is looking good Bill! |
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Post by wbill76 on Jun 30, 2015 15:49:18 GMT -5
Thanks Leon! Always good to get the train in motion. |
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Post by deafpanzer on Jul 1, 2015 11:39:50 GMT -5
Looking sharp... safe to say that color is one of your favorites. |
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Post by wbill76 on Jul 1, 2015 12:26:42 GMT -5
Looking sharp... safe to say that color is one of your favorites. Goes on smooth and easy, provides a nice contrast for the follow-on coats for base colors or camo, and covers putty and brass equally well. All the things primer's supposed to do! |
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Post by Wes on Jul 1, 2015 13:25:30 GMT -5
Good to see the paint starting to fly Bill. Seems like the new AB is working fine.
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She definitely qualifies as my beautiful assistant though. 
Should have it by Tuesday, so won't be as long of a delay as otherwise. 
Will be waiting patiently for it's return to action. 
