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Post by johnj on Feb 9, 2013 11:52:07 GMT -5
I've had this kit in my stash for some time and this week decided to take a break from the 30s and 40s.  I decided to do a two-tone nail polish paint job and made a trip to the local Dollar Store to find my favorite shade.  Came up with these.  I don't usually like low profile tires and wheels, but I do like these on this particular car so I will be using them.  The frame and belly pan are molded together so it calls for some pretty intricate masking. I tried Silly Putty, but it does not seem to want to work for me.  I should have the prep work done this morning and will get started painting. I will post more as appropriate. Hope you guys like this. |
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Post by rustyrat1960 on Feb 9, 2013 12:53:21 GMT -5
 Ready for more John
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Post by johnj on Feb 9, 2013 13:58:32 GMT -5
I may have something for you later today Russ.
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Post by johnj on Feb 9, 2013 22:36:09 GMT -5
Russ: Here you go.. Overall I think all of the masking was worth the effort. I do think some subtle weathering is needed just to smooth things out though.  I'll give it a try tomorrow. |
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Post by Bill (admin) on Feb 9, 2013 22:41:44 GMT -5
Well worth it John... Looks great!
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Post by johnj on Feb 20, 2013 11:48:52 GMT -5
Turned out I wasn't happy with the look of the gray primer on the belly pan so I stripped and repainted. Here's how it turned out.  I think the light green belly pan is much more subtle than the starkness of the gray primer against the black frame. Believe me though, it was a pain in the a** to strip and repaint this. I have made some progress on the interior also.  Also have the body painted. Still needs polishing and a clear coat, but I think the two colors are good together.  That's it for now. I'll have some more to post later in the week. I should get some quality time in the hobby room because it is supposed to start snowing tonight and continue until at least Sunday. Hot chocolate and modeling time!! |
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Post by Steve-o on Feb 20, 2013 17:51:37 GMT -5
I must say John ..
That nail polish seems to work really well !!
Looks great !! And a nice two tone to boot .... ;D ;D
My wife is loaded with nail polish ,
I must try it ,
I know you really have to thin it a lot 
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Post by gangster on Feb 20, 2013 18:47:51 GMT -5
Those colors really are super cool.
Gives it the old school look.
Great job...
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Post by johnj on Feb 20, 2013 23:36:44 GMT -5
I must say John ..
That nail polish seems to work really well !!
Looks great !! And a nice two tone to boot .... ;D ;D
My wife is loaded with nail polish ,
I must try it ,
I know you really have to thin it a lot Steve: Nail polish is just a high grade laquer. This is my first try for a high gloss surface with nail polish, but it does seem to have worked. I thinned the polish with laquer thinner at about 1 to 3. That brought this polish to the consistancy of 2% milk. Then I shot it at about 25 psi. I learned that polish really does not shine, comes up more as a satin. To get a high gloss finish you must polish and then clear. Good luck with getting into your wife's stuff. Personally I wouldn't take the chance because mine can be dangerous. ;D ;D |
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Post by johnj on Feb 21, 2013 12:36:19 GMT -5
Got the body polished and BMF applied. Then applied a Tamiya gloss clear. Unfortunately, the photos don't do justice to the finish. It is much, much glossier than it looks in the photos.   The BMF was really tedious to apply. I forgot just how much chrome these Tri-Five Chevys had, in spite of owning a couple of them back in the day. ;D On to detailing the engine compartment... |
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Post by rustyrat1960 on Feb 21, 2013 21:21:12 GMT -5
OH MY WORD JOHN!! This is "BEAUTIFUL!! I have a Revell Del Ray kit on the way! I can only hope that I can do it as well as Yours!! Thank You for the inspiration!! Beautiful John!! more pleaseLater Russ 
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Post by Bill (admin) on Feb 21, 2013 22:40:40 GMT -5
Lookin'Super John!
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Post by darkside on Feb 22, 2013 9:12:52 GMT -5
Great colors! It's looking really good, nice stance and the BMF looks great. That must have sucked to have to remask the chassis.
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Came up with these.
