*WIP* Revell 1969 Nova - Part #4

[Len Carsner]

Here we go again, this time detailing and painting the various body components. It's really starting to look great and it should be done soon. The plan now is to have maybe two more sets of pictures and captions to finish this thing out.

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When it came time to select an exterior paint color for the Revell 69 Nova, I referred to autocolorlibrary.com and paintscratch.com websites. At these sites you can select make and year yielding a scanned page of paint swatches. I narrowed my choices down to Daytona Yellow and Garnet Red. Depending on what colors are chosen, if you desire authentic automotive finishes MCW Auto Finishes is the route to go. I was on a tight time line so I decided to hit the local automotive parts stores in my small town. At one place I found a Plasti-kote metallic red very close to Garnet Red. At another place I found a Dupli-color import spray can very much like Daytona Yellow. After some thought, I decided Daytona Yellow would fit this Nova just fine.

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Most automotive paints today are two-part with the color coat requiring a clear topcoat. I was pleasantly surprised to see how smooth and shiny this Dupli-color paint leveled out and dried very quickly.

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I decided to use white liquid polish to add that little bit of extra sheen to an otherwise A-okay finish.

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The Detailer for me has a multitude of uses on virtually any model. Anything with recessed details can be brought to life by applying The Detailer with a paintbrush, as shown here. Once it starts to dry, a slightly damp tissue or cotton swab will remove any excess.

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Another natural use for The Detailer is bringing out the recessed details in these ribbed fake hood bents on the Revell 69 Nova.

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Use a matte finish black bottle paint applied with a small diameter brush to paint the grill screen and headlight bezel detail as shown here. The same approach also makes quick work of the rear trim panel.

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If you didn’t manage to stay “inside the lines†like me, I recommend using a round wooden tooth pick to carefully clean off excess paint along the edges as shown here.

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Leave the well-organized clear parts attached to the trees when detail painting parts as shown here. Matte black for the sun visors will match the interior color. Stoplight Red applied on the backside of the taillight lenses gives a real appearance of realism. You can choose either Revell Turn Signal Yellow or Tamiya Clear Yellow for the turn signal lenses.

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Someone posted a reminder that I hadn’t scuffed up the tire tread. Actually, I had but this is the first time we’ve had an opportunity to show it. I use and section of an old sanding disk. It’s pretty coarse and quickly gives realistic results.

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You may have seen this photos a few days ago on the board. I still think it’s a good idea to recheck the fit of major assemblies before you get too far along in a build.

Continued in first reply.

Len C.

Edited May 18, 2008 by Len Carsner

[Len Carsner]

One more image to add:

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Since I had but one sample decal sheet for this test-shot project, I spent 50¢ to get a color copy of the sheet Revell sent me. You might ask why bother? As small as many of the decal markings are on this kit, I decided to trim out those itty-bitty images and put them in place using white glue. Trust me, it works and you sleep better at night knowing if you loose one you’re got a very suitable back-up handy.

Next time we’ll be applying BareMetal foil, carefully dropping those pre-painted lenses into place and hanging all the exterior bright work including windshield wipers, door handles and the outside rearview mirror.

Check back next week!

Len C.

Edited May 17, 2008 by Len Carsner

[Len Woodruff]

So how is the plastic with regard to using automotive lacquers? Has the type of plastic changed since the the C6 Corvette & 2006 Mustang? Or did you do some special prep like future before you used the lacquer?

[Bill Coulter]

So how is the plastic with regard to using automotive lacquers? Has the type of plastic changed since the the C6 Corvette & 2006 Mustang? Or did you do some special prep like future before you used the lacquer?

Shot it with exactly what you see in the first photo, Plasti-kote white primer and Dupli-color yellow.

BC

[stump]

So how is the plastic with regard to using automotive lacquers? Has the type of plastic changed since the the C6 Corvette & 2006 Mustang? Or did you do some special prep like future before you used the lacquer?

This was also one of my concerns Len, but after talking to Bill, and seeing the results, I think it come out looking pretty darn good, hey.... I wonder if Revell have changed the mixture/properties of their plastic...?

I'm still not a fan of automotive sprays though...as I still use rattle cans and always seem to get 1:1 size orange peel..

The build up is looking great guys..

I know I don't need one of these yet (too many other things to build) but I can't wait....

cheers

Greg

[Bill Coulter]

Just an FYI ... Daytona Yellow also is available from Testors in the Model Master lacquer line.

For me to get that can of Testors paint is a 50 mile round trip so I went with what was available here in town. $4/gallon gas makes that local automotive paint look like an even bigger bargain.

BC

[Len Carsner]

Hmm, this topic doesn't seem to be collecting many comments or views.

Have we bored/overloaded the viewers?

[mikelo]

I'm lovin the progress. I can't wait to see more. I already thanked you for making me have to buy several of these kits. My LHS said they are scheduled to get them in the next couple of days. I can't wait!

Thanks again for all the great photos!

Mike

[CAL]

Yeah, looks awesome. I just want to get started on one myself.

Sometimes there is intrest without comments.

[mikemodeler]

Len & Bill,

The pictures and comments you have provided on this build have led me to order 3 of these kits as I have been very impressed with everything shown so far. The details look to be there and I envision several different versions, including swapping in a big block, maybe a straight 6/dog dish "Grandma" car, etc.

Thank you for all of the separate sections/topics and answers to our questions. The lack of comments might be due to members here being in awe and at a loss for words.

Mike

[modelguy( jeff)]

its ok just a lil slow cause your doing it in parts now on to part # 5 and #6

j/k good work on this build

[george 53]

Sh8t guys I'm just in shock from this build,I've never seen a box stock build all the way thru on a forum website.This is great! Too bad you guys don't do it more often.Hey how bout doin the new Revell 68 Charger next?! That would be great!!! Thanks!

[mikelo]

I also think that because of the completeness (is that a word?) of the reporting, the great photos and the quality of the kit, there is little room for questions. Everything looks great.

[Len Carsner]

Look for the next set tonight, with the wrap-up on Friday.

[dustym]

Your build is great, But I am waiting to get my hands on a couple.