Raskoraz

I Picked up this kit because I am a big fan of muscle cars. I've almost completed the engine. I'm happy with everything so far except the colour of the intake manifold. I thought it would look better. Anyway here's where I am.

I use the Testors brand for most parts and Tamiya primer and lacquer for the paint. I am curious as to how you prep your body work. I usually sand the body with some 1200 grit sand paper, then prime and paint. I get a smooth finish, but never that mirror glossy finish. And I have tried to sand the primer with 2000 grit and it still wears away the primer.

What kind of paint did you use for the interior and engine? And did you use primer for every part? If so, which kind?

I use Tamiya gloss. You might be spraying it too much and too close. I also put on 2-3 mist coats.

What do you use to hold the pieces in place when dry fitting?

How did you achieve the two tone? Or are they decals?

It got painted silver.

Yes I know. I just love Challengers so much, I got caught up in the moment..thanks for pointing it out.

This is one of my first builds. I wanted to achieve both a drag car look and a car one might cruise down the streets in the 70s with. I did not include the hood scoop, because I like part of the engine revealed.

This is one of my first builds. I chose it because of the lowrider theme. I think the kit was decent, except for the decals. But nonetheless here are some pics.

Where did you get your cutting mat from?

What kind of paint and colour did you use for the engine?

I tried removing some lacquer paint from an old body project of mine. I used DOT4 brake fluid, with 50% success. There is still a lot of excess paint regardless of how hard I scrub. Any other suggestions? Also what could I use to remove Testors enamel?

Humbrol

Can I use Tamiya primer with Duplicolor? And are the Testors lacquers mixed with primer, or do I need to apply a separate coat?

I use Tamiya primer and colours. I think they are great, however, I think they are still a little pricey for the quantity. Are there any other brands that are good with the Tamiya primer such as Krylon? I am in Canada, so my option may be limited.

I used gloss black as the top coat with the silver leaf and it looks very clean.

I'm using Tamiya surface primer and Tamiya silver, will it affect the final outcome of the metallic colour if i go over the silver?