dsummone Posted May 28, 2022 Author Share Posted May 28, 2022 So… This being just my third build since I was a kid and finding this site, I stupidly thought any brand was BMF big mistake! What a freaking mess, glue sticking everywhere. I’m going to try and clean it up but may end up dunking the body in that purple stuff and repainting. Ugh! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolf Posted May 28, 2022 Share Posted May 28, 2022 Ouch! The outer package suggests a more aggressive adhesive but clearly that’s not at all a good thing. Wow. That’s really disappointing. I would do what you suggested and start over but what a PITA! Cheers, Wolf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David G. Posted May 28, 2022 Share Posted May 28, 2022 Yikes! How unfortunate. Before you tank it, try some water-based solvents for removing the foil. Start with warm soap and water, just like a paint prep. Then maybe Windex or rubbing alcohol. Best of luck with that, it really stinks to come so far only to have such a mishap so close to the finish. David G. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dsummone Posted May 28, 2022 Author Share Posted May 28, 2022 I think it’s going to take a bath. S much as I like the color it’s not a true representation of my 1:1 So off she goes to take a bath. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dsummone Posted June 1, 2022 Author Share Posted June 1, 2022 The body is out of the dunk tank, rinsed and getting ready for primer. But in the meantime I thought I’d start my 66 Beetle engine. I will start a separate thread for this build but wanted to share some pics here. Dave. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beeRS Posted June 3, 2022 Share Posted June 3, 2022 Shame about the chrome. I don’t get on well with real BMF even at the best of times. Good luck second time round. The Beetle engine looks good too. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolf Posted June 3, 2022 Share Posted June 3, 2022 Nice little 1300 Beetle engine. I’ve worked on a few of those (I mean a lot!) in a former lifetime. Dave, if I may make a suggestion? The voltage regulator attached to the fan housing should be removed. It already has a voltage regulator attached to the top of the generator so you only need one. Why Tamiya provide the kit with two is something of a mystery. Just fill in the hole left on the fan housing afterwards. The ‘66 Bug was the last year for the 6 volt electrical system too. I have this same kit in my stash and was going to build it as my first contribution to this forum. Somehow the ‘71 Hemi ‘Cuda called out louder! Cheers, Wolf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dsummone Posted June 3, 2022 Author Share Posted June 3, 2022 7 hours ago, Wolf said: Nice little 1300 Beetle engine. I’ve worked on a few of those (I mean a lot!) in a former lifetime. Dave, if I may make a suggestion? The voltage regulator attached to the fan housing should be removed. It already has a voltage regulator attached to the top of the generator so you only need one. Why Tamiya provide the kit with two is something of a mystery. Just fill in the hole left on the fan housing afterwards. The ‘66 Bug was the last year for the 6 volt electrical system too. I have this same kit in my stash and was going to build it as my first contribution to this forum. Somehow the ‘71 Hemi ‘Cuda called out louder! Cheers, Wolf Thanks Wolf, I didn’t even recognize that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dsummone Posted June 3, 2022 Author Share Posted June 3, 2022 Well the Dart is on hold a bit. Was painting the final coat of color today and the body fell off my stand. I now need to let it dry and sand it out… this project is cursed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dsummone Posted June 3, 2022 Author Share Posted June 3, 2022 Whoops 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolf Posted June 3, 2022 Share Posted June 3, 2022 37 minutes ago, dsummone said: Whoops Boy, you're not kidding it's cursed! What did you punch after the Dart hit the floor? 😲 Cheers, Wolf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dsummone Posted June 3, 2022 Author Share Posted June 3, 2022 9 minutes ago, Wolf said: Boy, you're not kidding it's cursed! What did you punch after the Dart hit the floor? 😲 Cheers, Wolf Slip of the exacto knife on the bug. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolf Posted June 3, 2022 Share Posted June 3, 2022 2 hours ago, dsummone said: Slip of the exacto knife on the bug. Judas H Priest Dave! Please tell me it wasn't while you were removing the unnecessary voltage regulator from the fan housing? I once had an Xacto knife roll off my bench and bury the blade into the top of my foot. Definitely not as bad as your injury. Is there anything I can continue building on the Bug for you while you recover? 😉 What colour are you planning on doing your Bug in? Cheers, Wolf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dsummone Posted June 4, 2022 Author Share Posted June 4, 2022 3 hours ago, Wolf said: Judas H Priest Dave! Please tell me it wasn't while you were removing the unnecessary voltage regulator from the fan housing? I once had an Xacto knife roll off my bench and bury the blade into the top of my foot. Definitely not as bad as your injury. Is there anything I can continue building on the Bug for you while you recover? 😉 What colour are you planning on doing your Bug in? Cheers, Wolf No, not the voltage regulator😁 I was actually trying to clean some glue off of a tip to glue the seat backs on and had a brain fart… never cut toward yourself I’m going for something just a little greener than the sea blue that I think my bug had from the factory, when I got it, it had been repainted but it wasn’t that far off from the blue, just a bit more green. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolf Posted June 4, 2022 Share Posted June 4, 2022 Yeah Dave, It’s always the simple stuff that gets us. I wish you quick healing Dave. Then back to the Dart and the Bug. Cheers, Wolf 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted June 4, 2022 Share Posted June 4, 2022 12 hours ago, dsummone said: Whoops Man, I hate that happen ! Take care and your projects will be there when your better. God bless.. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mopar maniac 74 Posted June 9, 2022 Share Posted June 9, 2022 You might want to look at mega hobby I found a yellow spray,bomb of aircraft paint very light and dried to a flat finish. If I am picturing your dart correct might be a good match. If you airbrush they may have it in the bottle also 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dsummone Posted June 16, 2022 Author Share Posted June 16, 2022 Well, finally it’s painted and cleared😃 Now I just need to wait for it to cure and then I can try the trim… I bought some real BMF this time. How long should I wait before attempting this? Dave. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espo Posted June 16, 2022 Share Posted June 16, 2022 Paint looks good to me. I would get all your polishing done if needed before starting any foil work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dsummone Posted June 16, 2022 Author Share Posted June 16, 2022 2 hours ago, espo said: Paint looks good to me. I would get all your polishing done if needed before starting any foil work. How long do I wait till I polish? I’m pretty new to all of this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted June 17, 2022 Share Posted June 17, 2022 I always waited two weeks. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David G. Posted June 17, 2022 Share Posted June 17, 2022 A rule of thumb is that the paint is fully cured when you can no longer smell it in a close sniff. Aside from that, it's usually a judgement call based on experience. David G. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espo Posted June 17, 2022 Share Posted June 17, 2022 How long to wait would also depend on the paint used. Most, and maybe not all, Lacquer paints usually are good within 24 hours based on my experience. Enamels will tend to have a longer drying time depending on the brand of paint used. This is based on paints designed for model building. Hardware store type paints can and often due take longer. David G.'s suggestion of the sniff test may make more sense than you might think. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Geiger Posted June 17, 2022 Share Posted June 17, 2022 I like the Dart project, I'm building a few old family cars now myself. I have my old 56 Chevy and my dad's 64 VW on the bench. That Dart kit is a good one, especially that chassis. Perfect for replacing old one piece chassis on older kits. I have a few tucked away for that purpose. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keef Posted June 19, 2022 Share Posted June 19, 2022 I am loving this build so far, can’t wait to see it come together!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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