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Post by Whiterook on Oct 4, 2024 9:12:15 GMT -5
OK, folks, I did it…finally pulled the trigger and ordered this kit, on sale for $30! I haven’t built an automotive kit since I was in my teens, so let’s just say, that’s been a minute. It’s the AMT 1970 Chevy Chevelle, John Wick beast at 1:25 Scale. I’ve been sidetracked for quite awhile now and has had me unable to sit at the workbench, but I’m finally better and looking to get building again.  — 1:25 scale, skill level 2, paint glue required — 82 parts — Molded in white, clear, transparent red, and some chrome-plated parts — Black vinyl tires — Metal axle — Built size: 7.75 inches long    I’d be looking for trying my hands at a movie correct replica along these reference shots…     I’m greatly looking forward to getting this and working on a kit again! Now, I just need to clean off my workbench  |
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Post by Whiterook on Oct 4, 2024 9:14:41 GMT -5
The biggest challenge for me will be, paint: What with, and how on earth do you paint automotive kits? As a kid, I often didn’t paint cars at all, and when I did, I used enamels, and it didn’t work out so well. I definitely would prefer staying a way from enamels! My initial plan is to go with acrylics, but how do I get that gloss?
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Post by McCoy on Oct 4, 2024 12:26:03 GMT -5
Preparation, preparation and preparation! It all start with sanding it smooth, laying on a good primer, usually Mr Surfacer 1000 and sand more. Rinse n' repeat. Then when all that is done you can lay down the first of 74 layers of paint, let it cure and sand it smooth, rinse n' repeat until you're ready for the clearcoat. Put that on in a couple of thin layers sanding smooth any imperfections/dust/cat hair before you put on a heavier coat. Sand that one smooth after it has cured for at least 48 hours and then you start the polishing with vaious grade of compounds before you finaly can put on a final coat of wax...
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Post by mikeh on Oct 4, 2024 14:58:48 GMT -5
Preparation, preparation and preparation! It all start with sanding it smooth, laying on a good primer, usually Mr Surfacer 1000 and sand more. Rinse n' repeat. Then when all that is done you can lay down the first of 74 layers of paint, let it cure and sand it smooth, rinse n' repeat until you're ready for the clearcoat. Put that on in a couple of thin layers sanding smooth any imperfections/dust/cat hair before you put on a heavier coat. Sand that one smooth after it has cured for at least 48 hours and then you start the polishing with vaious grade of compounds before you finaly can put on a final coat of wax... And that's all there is to it Em. Easy peasy lemon squeezy!  |
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Post by Whiterook on Oct 4, 2024 17:30:58 GMT -5
Oh, Jeezuzzz!!!!  |
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Post by mikeh on Oct 4, 2024 20:44:32 GMT -5
Oh, Jeezuzzz!!!! 🤣 |
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