MODELOESPECIAL Posted May 27, 2017 Share Posted May 27, 2017 Hello I hear using testors metalizer (not sure if buffing or non) as a base coat for metallic paint is the way to go, just want to know before i begin to layer my model Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snake45 Posted May 27, 2017 Share Posted May 27, 2017 I can't see any reason for it at all. For Testor metallic enamels I like to shoot a flat coat that's as close as possible to the final color, but if I don't have that handy, no problem, I just use flat white or a light gray primer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PARTSMARTY Posted May 27, 2017 Share Posted May 27, 2017 I can't see any reason for it at all. For Testor metallic enamels I like to shoot a flat coat that's as close as possible to the final color, but if I don't have that handy, no problem, I just use flat white or a light gray primer.x2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rodent Posted May 27, 2017 Share Posted May 27, 2017 Using Metalizer is a good way to subdue red or yellow plastic, but I agree with the guys otherwise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MODELOESPECIAL Posted May 28, 2017 Author Share Posted May 28, 2017 Awesome thanks! I'll post some pictures when I get a chance to test them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Longbox55 Posted May 28, 2017 Share Posted May 28, 2017 I can't see any reason for it at all. For Testor metallic enamels I like to shoot a flat coat that's as close as possible to the final color, but if I don't have that handy, no problem, I just use flat white or a light gray primer.x3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eshaver Posted May 29, 2017 Share Posted May 29, 2017 Uh I have used Testor's Metalizers extensively . The deal to remember is this . The Base coat , if you Prime MUST BE SANDED TO BE AS SMOOTH AS A BABY BOTTOM !Here is a model of the former Zep diner that was in Hawthorne California . I used the Aluminum Buffing Metalizer and used OLD T-shirts : Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MODELOESPECIAL Posted May 30, 2017 Author Share Posted May 30, 2017 Uh I have used Testor's Metalizers extensively . The deal to remember is this . The Base coat , if you Prime MUST BE SANDED TO BE AS SMOOTH AS A BABY BOTTOM !Here is a model of the former Zep diner that was in Hawthorne California . I used the Aluminum Buffing Metalizer and used OLD T-shirts : thanks, I'll take in mind sanding my primer smoother than a babies bottom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snake45 Posted May 30, 2017 Share Posted May 30, 2017 thanks, I'll take in mind sanding my primer smoother than a babies bottom That's really not necessary, unless you're talking about primer for a Metalizer final finish, as in the example pictured. Primer wants to be smooth, but it doesn't have to be high-polished smooth. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MODELOESPECIAL Posted May 31, 2017 Author Share Posted May 31, 2017 That's really not necessary, unless you're talking about primer for a Metalizer final finish, as in the example pictured. Primer wants to be smooth, but it doesn't have to be high-polished smooth. ?? Thanks budd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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