B-dub Posted December 9, 2011 Posted December 9, 2011 I have a bunch of these acrylic paints laying around because I like them for brush painting and was curious if I could thin them out and use them with my airbrush? what would I use to thin them out? could I use mineral spirits paint thinner ? I think I have a jug of that (somewhere)
Dr. Cranky Posted December 9, 2011 Posted December 9, 2011 Bobby, I don't recommend mineral spirits. Use either water, Windex, or a combination of . . . Which brings me to why I use VALLEJO MODEL AIR COLORS, they come ready to go, used with the airbrush!
B-dub Posted December 9, 2011 Author Posted December 9, 2011 I'd like to get premixed paint but no hobby shops close to me and the couple of r/c shops don't carry them.. I suppose I can go talk with them and see if they could stock a few and windex really? That doesn't mess the paint up? also what sort of ratio am I looking at with the water/paint (I know I have to eyeball) but a rough start would help.
Dr. Cranky Posted December 9, 2011 Posted December 9, 2011 Begin with one part paint to two parts thinner. If that is too thin, then add a little bit more paint. Sure, if you ask I am sure your hobby shop will order it for you.
Agent G Posted December 9, 2011 Posted December 9, 2011 Windex for sure. Thin as stated and play around from there. One thing though, these will airbrush well if you use a good primer. Use Windex to clean the airbrush too, or laquer thinner. If you clean the AB with Windex, flush with plain water. Ammonia attacks the brass parts whether plated or not. G
B-dub Posted December 9, 2011 Author Posted December 9, 2011 alright thanks guys I'll be sure to try it soon. and as far as cleaning I have some of that createx airbrush cleaner can I just use that instead of cleaning with windex? also does it need to be windex brand or will glass cleaner work? It's the same blue looking liquid I think it was just purchased at dollar general for cheap.
Dr. Cranky Posted December 9, 2011 Posted December 9, 2011 Bobby, sure, but careful with plastic parts, in particular if you are using a Paasche. The airbrush restorer from Auto Air Colors cleans the AB and leaves it brand spanking new.
B-dub Posted December 9, 2011 Author Posted December 9, 2011 I'm using the eclipse and thanks, I'll talk to the hobby guy and see what he can get me!
Agent G Posted December 9, 2011 Posted December 9, 2011 I've not tried it, I have a lot of Windex lying around, but most say any cheap window cleaner will work. Some even use auto windshield washer fluid. Createx AB cleaner will do just fine. G
scalenut Posted December 9, 2011 Posted December 9, 2011 (edited) the createx cleaner is very good , plus it helps keep the a/b seal lubed . windex will eat the chrome internals over time and not recommended by any paint or airbrush manufacturer. as always take homebrew thinner/cleaner recommendations with caution In your precision Iwata Edited December 9, 2011 by scalenut
B-dub Posted December 18, 2011 Author Posted December 18, 2011 I must have overlooked the last few posts on this. I think i have airbrushing with it down now. I just played around with it and used a lot less thinning and it worked fairly well and it easier for me to work with and so forgiving.. here is a part I painted with black apple barrel I can remember how I missed it but I was to say I have almost double the amount of paint vs glass cleaner.. I LOVED how it sprayed out on the chassis. this pic was the next to last coat. pic doesn't do it much justice.. the paint is really nice and even and smooth... I'm sorry I'm just proud that I'm getting the hang of it and kicking my fears away.
scalenut Posted December 19, 2011 Posted December 19, 2011 very nice , experimenting and finding what works for your setup is the best way.
vwrabbit Posted February 8, 2012 Posted February 8, 2012 B-dub, just picked some of the Folk Art acrylics up as I hate spending so much $ on Tamiya paint. What was your mix ratio? Thanks, Tim
moparmagiclives Posted February 8, 2012 Posted February 8, 2012 (edited) Bobby i have done some experimenting with acrylic paint. The best way i found to do it for airbrushing is future. Some of the best interiors i have painted has been with the future used for the thinning. It seams to give the interior the vinyl look to scale. Put it on in very light coasts and give it time to dry in between coats. It takes it a little longer time to dry but looks great.The only thing i don't like about the acrylic paint is it is hard to mask with out pulling paint off.I have heard of people using wet paper to mask with but i have never done it. I'm sure some one here can give more info on using the wet paper trick. Future or fantastic ??? I use a 50/50 mix of fantastic and water with auto air and have had good results, never thought about using it with craft paint. Edited February 8, 2012 by moparmagiclives
vwrabbit Posted February 12, 2012 Posted February 12, 2012 (edited) Just sprayed some Metallic Peridot from Folk Art. Mixed it about 50/50 Future and a splash of 91% isopropyl. 20 PSI on my Paasche VL sprayed very well! Tim Edited February 12, 2012 by vwrabbit
Dr. Cranky Posted February 12, 2012 Posted February 12, 2012 very nice , experimenting and finding what works for your setup is the best way. Andy, truer words have never been spoken. Which is why I have a big stash of plastic spoons for all the Lab-RAT-ory experiments.
skmodelcars Posted March 4, 2012 Posted March 4, 2012 Thank you! I'll be doing a Chevelle body with one of these paints! Couldn't have found this at a better time!!!!
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