johnyrotten

I'm fairly new to airbrushing, so keep this in mind. When I got back into the hobby, I purchased my set up. It's made by point zero, 3 airbrushes and the compressor. Tankless. My only gripe is the compressor, no real issues but I see where a tank would be a benefit. I didn't want to spend "big" money and end up not using them or it being junk. The airbrushes seem to be clones of popular brands, and well made. I've had zero issues with them, and they have seen some real abuse.( left the compressor on over night, didn't clean them out well enough ect) As far as needle size, just like automotive painting, a few different ones can be beneficial, so I'll say yes, a few sizes will help. Now that I have some actual experience using one, I wouldn't mind seeing the difference between my knock-off imitations and a high quality airbrush. As far as longevity goes, no issues after a year plus, using them 3-4 times a week, both modeling and custom motorcycle paint work, and everything in between. I did my homework before I bought them, and it seems I made a decent choice. Time will tell.

Crummy situation, Mike. I've been where you are, it's never fun nor easy. Most definitely the opposite.

Welcome to the forum. Great looking bump-side ford.

Looks as if the paint has no adhesion to the chrome underneath. Tamiya makes great products, maybe there's an incompatibility between whatever chrome you used and the paint. What products did you use, might help others drum up an answer.

Came home to see my dog Harper staring out of the bathroom widow. That only means one thing, she shut herself in there. The bathroom was thoroughly destroyed. You just gotta laugh at them sometimes. Smooth brains.

Nice rebuild! I like the weathering. You picked up some new skills on this one, I find that's the best part of any project, model or otherwise. Again, great job. 👍👍

My wife does the same, harley's birthday is in August, she tacked on Harper's. Supposedly she's around five

Always make sure you've eliminated all the previous grits scratches with the next. The point is to "level out" your surface. GOOD lighting is important. I like to wet sand, rinse it off and study the surface, the water will mimic the shine and you can pick up spots you may have missed. And don't go crazy, you can sand through the clear. Especially near edges and details. It takes practice, looks like your on your way.👍

That thing is roached.

Fantastic work. I enjoy all the "problem solving" you've worked out throughout this build. 👍👍

How did I miss that they raised the titanic?

Looking good.

Good idea,also the outlet pressure gauge looks as if it doesn't read very low (5-25 psi). That might cause some headaches.

Cadillac?

That's sweet.

She's built a few, no complaints with my models or the motorcycles, she rides her own. She's got serious skills in her own hobbies, anything crafting/sewing. Couldn't ask for a better "other half".

That all depends if I build it or she does. Thanks for tip.

I'm looking to build something outside of what I normally would, and that and the chrysler were 5 bucks. So why not.

Great looking build and a cool back story along with it. I always get a kick out of the history, Fictional or otherwise.

Great work Michelle. This looks awesome.

Thank you, very much appreciated.

Great work so far, ain't engine swaps fun! Nice job with the rear suspension, I did similar on my 34.

Finished with the corvettes chassis. Added some washes and touched up a few places. my engine parts came in, so back on the 34. This is a fun filler project.

My wife claimed the Ranchero, I remember building that one as a kid. It's open, but complete and for 5 bucks I'm not complaining.

Picked these up from a toy show today.