Hi-Po Posted September 11, 2019 Share Posted September 11, 2019 I haven't used Scalefinishes paints before and would like some input from those that have. Do these paints behave like Model Masters enamels? Do they require special preparations before the color coat? Is there any special application process and what air pressure should I use for the best results? Any help will be greatly appreciated. Thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevenGuthmiller Posted September 11, 2019 Share Posted September 11, 2019 I have just begun using Scale Finishes paint and to this point, I'm pretty impressed. Scale Finishes offers two types of paint. Enamel, and 2 part acrylic lacquers. I have not used the enamel and have heard of some drying issues. But the lacquers are pretty much like any other automotive type lacquer. They require a pretty good primer barrier to guard against plastic crazing, and they require a clear coat for the shine. Any good lacquer primer should give you good results as long as you don't skimp. It sprays very nicely from an airbrush with good coverage and Scale Finishes recommends an air pressure of 20-30 PSI. Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Chernecki Posted September 12, 2019 Share Posted September 12, 2019 I have been using Tamiya primers under Scale Finishes for years with no problems, ever. I use both the enamels and basecoats they offer. I sometimes order one of each, basecoat / clear coat for the body and the enamel for overspray on the chassis or an interior panel I want body color but don't want the extra layer of clear coat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martinfan5 Posted September 12, 2019 Share Posted September 12, 2019 What Steve said really does cover it, I second the use Tamiya primers, never had a issue one using that primer with the paint. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hi-Po Posted September 13, 2019 Author Share Posted September 13, 2019 Thanks everyone for the helpful information. I went ahead and ordered some paint from Scalefinishes and will give it a try. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr mopar Posted September 13, 2019 Share Posted September 13, 2019 You will be very happy with this paint , I sure was go on smooth and looks Awesome ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave G. Posted September 13, 2019 Share Posted September 13, 2019 Does it come pre thinned or do they sell thinner separately ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevenGuthmiller Posted September 13, 2019 Share Posted September 13, 2019 It comes pre-thinned and ready to spray. Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave G. Posted September 13, 2019 Share Posted September 13, 2019 1 hour ago, StevenGuthmiller said: It comes pre-thinned and ready to spray. Steve Good to know it's ready to spray. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlie8575 Posted September 15, 2019 Share Posted September 15, 2019 (edited) I've only used the single-stage enamels because that's what would be closest to most of the cars I build. It's very nice stuff, and behaves not too dissimilar to lacquer. Charlie Larkin Edited September 15, 2019 by charlie8575 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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