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Why yes- yes you can (I am familiar with your work) I have zero experience with the airbrush OP linked, so I thank you for weighing in. I was thinking about upgrading my airbrush one day, not to replace the old trusty Paasche but to add an extra tool to the tool box. Unfortunately, the one calling to me is somewhat more expensive but I'm hoping the fan pattern does the trick for painting bodies. https://spraygunner.com/airbrush-kits/by-type/gravity-feed/gsi-creos-mr-airbrush-procon-boy-ps-290/ While I won't pull the trigger on one immediately (more of a want vs need), there are a few users here on the forum who seem to like them.

For entry level yet good quality air brushes, look at sets by Badger, Paasche, Iwata. https://spraygunner.com/airbrush/ ^^ this vendor will have some across the whole price spectrum

That link gets you just the air brush- you'll also need a jar, a lid (that holds the siphon tube) a hose and an air source. The kit includes all of those pieces minus the air source, and while it costs more it is a made-in-US product that will withstand some use over many years. https://www.amazon.com/Paasche-Airbrush-Double-Action-Siphon/dp/B08XQHMSQV/ref=sr_1_41?crid=1KDF5MBWVFG4Y&keywords=paasche%2Bvl&qid=1692031158&sprefix=paasche%2Bvl%2Caps%2C165&sr=8-41&th=1

That looks nicer than old Henry's did right off the assembly line. Great job.

"Good" is a relative term. Is the one in your link an affordable air brush? Yes, but how good it is remains to be seen. It looks like a knock-off product. If your budget is truly $40, you won't be able to get an air brush from most of the name brands typically regarded as good quality/entry level. I bought a Paasche VL kit many years ago (early 80's) for $69 and that sucker still works to this day. While there are certainly better air brushes than mine, I have definitely got my money's worth, with the added bonus that if I need a part it is still available and failure of a single part doesn't render it trash. The same Paasche VL is available minus accessories with a #3 tip for not much more than the one in your link: https://www.amazon.com/Paasche-Airbrush-VL-Double-Action/dp/B0935BY6WY/ref=sr_1_7?crid=PC9XLLRJR0SY&keywords=paasche%2Bvl&qid=1692029821&sprefix=paasche%2Bvl%2Caps%2C176&sr=8-7&th=1

Tamiya also offers a 2 part polyester putty with hardener. https://www.tamiya.com/english/products/87097putty/index.htm The last time I bought some EverCoat Eurosoft, I got the smallest can on the store shelves (which is good for many years of model building if the can is sealed up properly and the product is mixed after settling/separating).

There are many lacquer thinners. You'll want to choose one that is designed to work with the lacquer paint you choose, and the conditions you'll be spraying it in. Enamel thinner is not appropriate for use with lacquers. If you go with a pre-thinned (ready to spray) lacquer, you'll only need some hardware store lacquer thinner for clean up of your air brush.

She's pretty- pretty long, pretty low, and pretty looking as an added bonus

The one on the rear panel may stick out enough to paint (dry brush technique). Another approach worth considering is to apply a thin coat of chrome paint to an eraser, let the paint set up for a minute or two and then tamp the painted eraser onto the raised scripts.

Looks great- clear coat, or polish?

The primer stage is looking promising- I am looking forward to seeing some body colour splashed on there. I remember these cars. My Dad even had an older model Consul- it had more curves IIRC than this series, likely late 50's. My uncle had a '68 Lotus Cortina briefly, about the time my Dad was driving his new-for-1972 Cortina.

$79.99 is pretty rich for my blood. IIRC, that Revell '57 convertible kit was a pretty short production run. I was waiting for it to come back, but it never has (yet).

I have been intrigued by the Revell Chrome spray- have tried a number of the alternatives, and will probably grab a can to experiment with when it becomes available locally. FWIW, I believe there is some worth to leaving your thread intact.

The builder of the 1:1 certainly had a knack for bringing his vision to completion, and you did a fine job of rendering that vision in scale. Thank you for sharing the build and out takes. I appreciate the back story of why this model kit was never reissued, though I suspect there are many builders who could overcome the build issues you describe, much like you did. A re-issue would likely be a money maker should they ever have a change of heart, as it makes a very cool looking shelf piece.

That turned out awesome!

You have done an excellent job with this build- as someone who appreciated the 1:1 back when it seemed the general public didn't seem to give them their due, I have enjoyed watching your build come together. Great paint choice and execution.

Sounds like overly optimistic marketing. Most enamels in a spray can will have the outer skin on the paint job dry in a few hours if the coats are thin, but for full cure the portion under that skin will take a long time- think in terms of weeks/months rather than hours. Can you use Rustoleum spray on your model? Sure, but you'll get superior results that stand up to handling and assembly with Tamiya spray over their primer.

I had a previous issue of that kit from the early 2000's- considering its age and the fact that it is an ex-MPC kit, it wasn't as horrible as some but there was lots of flash over many of the parts along with some warping. Can it be built? For sure, but it doesn't compare to some other reissues (AMT, MPC etc) of older tools. We'll have to see what Round 2 has done with the tooling.

In the sympathy category, I had the same happen with ink jet decal paper in my Epson printer- the ink beaded up on the paper and distorted the printed image. I tried a few things including rubbing the decal paper area to be printed with an eraser, which only marginally made a difference. Different printer modes did not make much difference. Some printers and their inks just work better for decal paper than others. I've still got the Epson printer, and haven't tried again- I may have another go when the printer gets replaced.

He should be pleased with your build- you've done a great job on it. If it reflects the 1:1, I would say that is two nice '32 builds.

Wow- what a make-over. Great job, your 'Vette looks excellent. You really nailed that re-paint and the interior/exterior colours look perfect together..

Those '32 seats are looking right at home in your build. Enjoying this one very much.

https://cwmoss.com/products/rear-wheel-well-patch-panels-1932-ford-roadster-5-window-coupe-cabriolet I would like to see rear wheel wells corrected for the '32 Ford 5 window and roadster (as pictured in the link above)