Petetrucker07 Posted September 29, 2014 Share Posted September 29, 2014 (edited) Here are a few pics of some small pieces. The exhaust manifold for a NHC cummins, the 5th wheel for freightshaker COE. The manifold i sprayed red oxide, let it dry, then held the can back about 4 feet and let the dust settle on the piece. Then dusted with flat black, flat beige, then dusted again with red oxide. The 5th wheel i sprayed CAT yellow, let it dry. Then sprayed flat black, while it was still wet, i dragged the surface across an old block of wood. That let some dust from the wood get into the grooves. Edited September 29, 2014 by Petetrucker07 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superpeterbilt Posted September 29, 2014 Share Posted September 29, 2014 Looks good man Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim B Posted September 29, 2014 Share Posted September 29, 2014 I like them both. They look nice. Good ideas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Petetrucker07 Posted September 29, 2014 Author Share Posted September 29, 2014 (edited) I need try more weathering. Im messin around with the motor. Dusting with red oxide, flat black and puttin some overspray of the cab color. The trans i made it look like it was just rebuilt. This is for a build im doin for a buddy. Edited September 29, 2014 by Petetrucker07 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gotnitro? Posted September 29, 2014 Share Posted September 29, 2014 the parts look good so far ! Weathering seems to challenge our skills more than any other. I normally build 1/ 35 armor, where several techniques are used for wear. One that I've tried, is the "hairspray" technique. Simply put its a removable layer of clear between layers of paint!! Take the 5th wheel above, apply the red oxide, after it dries, then apply a thin layer of hairspray..cheaper the better..allow to dry then spray the top coat ! Now the fun begins!! Before the top coat fully cures, take a short stiff brush, apply a little tap water, and scuff away the color as desired!! When satisfied, pat the area ;lightly w a tissue and allow to dry overnight! The water will dissolve the hairspray, leaving the under coat intact! Tools like a sharpened t-pick, sanding sticks, give different effects, try em all! Here's a tip, enamel is tougher to remove, but leaves a finer sublte chip effect..acrylic is easier to remove. Id post a couple pics, but photobucket is giving me fits again Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Petetrucker07 Posted September 30, 2014 Author Share Posted September 30, 2014 Looks good, i really need to start learnin how to make a body look oxidized. Im gonna be building a movie truck and really want to make it as close as possible Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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gotnitro? Posted September 30, 2014 Share Posted September 30, 2014 I had to use a different browser to post these. The first one was done using Testors gunmetal for a base, for the worn aged metal look, a light layer of hairspray, then more enamel for the faded green. About 30 minutes later, some water and brush creates the chipped sides.This took only a few minutes..and was very enjoyable! The distressed/ oxidized look on the tank transport was almost as simple as the hairspray..its called the "dot" technique. seal the base w Future, then apply random dots of oil paints, streak down w a brush damped w mineral sprits and remove the color as desired!! Seal with a dullcoat The last pic was another hairspray job..Testors "leather " for the base, hairspray, then "cat yellow from the rattle can. Warning..this was VERY difficult to remove, I had to paint small areas, and work around the model Happy Modeling ! jeff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Petetrucker07 Posted September 30, 2014 Author Share Posted September 30, 2014 Thanks Jeff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redneckrodder Posted September 30, 2014 Share Posted September 30, 2014 Testors has some new stuff i think its called create fx or something like tat but theres rust stain and a few other colors...i think they're applied like a wash or something Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbill Posted September 30, 2014 Share Posted September 30, 2014 Clayton, looking good man, keep at it. Jeff, great looking weathering, and thanks for the tips. wife thought I was nuts taking her nail files and tweezers, stealing her hair spray may put her over the edge...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Petetrucker07 Posted September 30, 2014 Author Share Posted September 30, 2014 I was thinkin the same thing tom. My wife was speachless when i said i might need 1 of her makeup sponges. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gotnitro? Posted September 30, 2014 Share Posted September 30, 2014 Glad to help! I'm inspired by the work here, being new to the trucking builds. Cheap dollar store sponges work awesome for chipping, and keeps the spouse happy! Happy wife , happy life Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
truckabilly Posted September 30, 2014 Share Posted September 30, 2014 Cool technique with great results. It´s right at home with this kind of vehicle. Thumbs up, man. And thank God for wifes and their useful stuff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Truck parts Posted October 1, 2014 Share Posted October 1, 2014 Thanks for the tip Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gotnitro? Posted October 2, 2014 Share Posted October 2, 2014 Glad to help, I've learned a small lifetime of info from the builders here Happy modeling! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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