peteski

Yes, I see the difference. Interesting.

Yes hobby paint chemistry and its descriptions are as clear as mud.

Yes, primer can be decanted just like any other paint in aerosol cans. There are several paint decanting methods out there (some more crazy or dangerous than others). But it is doable.

If it is not metallic, it might be Testors Colors by Boyd's Pacific Blue which I believe I used on this model.

Probably, if you could find someone with large enough vacu-forming machine. Probably use 1/8" Lexan.

That sounds like a good idea. Yes, this stuff is used for permanent graphic wraps or other stickers applied to 1:1 vehicles. The plastic film and the adhesive are designed for long term use.

In my experience all the masking tapes I have ever used, have adhesive which is not designed for long term use. After some time (it might take few years) the adhesive either dries up and loses adhesive quality, or gets gooey and sort of melts, spreading out from under the tape. I would not use any of those as a permanent part of my model. I have not done any testing (or long term real-use examples) of any of the Washi-type tapes (like Tamiya masking tape).

Alclad II sells multiple ranges of paints. See: https://alclad2.com/finishes/regular/ for a list of their metallic finishes. While there, check out their other ranges of paint products. They are listed under the Finishes drop-down on https://alclad2.com/

Thanks for showing details of the new BMF packaging Luke. I should have mentioned that when you decide to use Naphtha, test it first. I'm sure you would have done that anyway.

That's really too bad! From reading comments ere for the last few years, the quality seems to have really taken a dive in the last few years (of course around the time COVID-12 pandemic started). At first they were using different (stiffer) metal for the foil, and the adhesive is not the same as it used to be. That is a shame. What is the printed info on now? It used to be on the paper envelope. Is it now on just a sheet of paper? If you use lacquers, the residue should remove easily using a soft cloth moistened with Naphtha (like Ronsonol lighter fluid). Naphtha evaporates fast and leaves no residue.

Wow! That is a good way to attract attention to the Pawn Shop! I wonder if that landing gear just fell out of the sky? There seems to be a piece of paper stuck to the tire. I wonder what it has written on it.

Those are probably enamels. I wonder for what specific reason Monte is looking specifically for enamel paints?

Assuming that you want Englis traanslation (the user's location is no longer shown in their profile), Jason's listings are also available on American eBay. https://www.ebay.com/str/jackmodelling Edit: just realized what you mean - the descriptions are in French. I looked at one of the Ferrari wheel listings and it seems that some negative reviews were posted for Jason. Strange as I haven't had problems with him.

Mine came as small and large pair, but I think you can ask Jason to sell you 4 of the same size if that is what you need. Here are some photos Jason posted in a PM (I hope he doesn't mind).

Looks great! Nice replica. Is the model from a kit, resin or 3-D printed?

I realize that it's not about the money. I was just suggesting finding a simple one which will last more than couple of years, or reviving the one which you liked and which you served you for a long time.

You're right, whatever you buy now will be considered "disposable appliance". If you have flea markets or thrift shops you might find a coffee maker just like you had, and it might still have few years left in it. Or you seem like a handy guy - have you tried repairing the broken one? I have repaired many appliances because just like you, I can't find a viable replacements.

I use https://www.autocolorlibrary.com/

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Well, today's lacquers aren't made from beetles - they use synthetic resins. That is where this generalization modelers use that anything "acrylic" is automatically water-based and an enamel is not helpful.

Very slick looking! It is eye opening seeing how large it is compared to the Concorde! It would have been a supersonic Jumbo Jet. Is this a current kit or a vintage one?

Looks great Joe, and I bet it is fun to drive! This forum section is for "Post your "other" models here… motorcycles, planes, tanks and military, ships, sci-fi, figures, or anything else... even your Gregg bobble-heads! ". Yours fits perfectly!

Yes, Dollar Stores do have nail polish, but even larger selection is usually available at pharmacies (CVS, Walgreens, Brooks, etc.) Nail salons have a huge variety, but the prices for those tiny bottles can be out of this world!

Looks good Pat! Are you planning on foiling (or painting) the door handles?

When earlier in the thread I mentioned sandblasting, I didn't mean industrial size sandblasting gun but my old trusty Badger sandblaster, which is basically the Model 100 airbrush where the paint nozzle has been replaced with a sandblasting nozzle. I use the Badger aluminum oxide blasting media. It is not very aggressive.