LSP_Kevin 26,582 Posted February 20, 2014 Beautiful work Maurice! Your paint job has somewhat restored my faith in pre-shading (which I don't really favour these days). Kev Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jamme 112 Posted February 20, 2014 Beautiful, Maurice. Cheers, Jamme Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
percent 0 Posted February 20, 2014 Masterful work there Maurice!!! quick question, what gloss coat do you use because it looks absolutely flawless??? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Loic 1,927 Posted February 20, 2014 Maurice, beautifull results on a wonderfull model from an outstanding bird ... Those Tamiya spitfire looks really great, I should buy me one or two sometime... 1 MARU5137 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Maurice 337 Posted February 20, 2014 (edited) Masterful work there Maurice!!! quick question, what gloss coat do you use because it looks absolutely flawless??? Thank you guys for the kind words, they are much appreciated. I use Pledge acrylic floor finish. It got some Future on it. I found it in local markets. I apply at least 2 coats and make sure it is glossy enough for decals application and Flory wash. Wash with Flory can be messy if the surface is somewhat rough. Edited February 20, 2014 by Maurice Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Maurice 337 Posted February 20, 2014 (edited) Beautiful work Maurice! Your paint job has somewhat restored my faith in pre-shading (which I don't really favour these days). Kev Kev, I ensure preshading is fine along panel lines, that's the key, IMHO, to make it worth. I don't preshade only, I post as well, both techniques together, from my perspective, help me to better control different shades and not rely in post shade only. I believe I can achieve same results with post shade only but I will have to try it in a less expensive kit. Anyhow, I enjoy airbrushing and preshade is a relaxing technique. Just a personal point of view, not necessarily a general rule of course. Best mate Edited February 20, 2014 by Maurice 1 MARU5137 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Peterpools Posted February 20, 2014 Maurice I've tried Future a few times and sometimes it works well and sometimes, comes out like sandpaper. Any suggestions on psi and thinning? Also, always wondered when we say for example 20 psi, is that starting pressure or working pressure. Thnks Peter Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Maurice 337 Posted February 20, 2014 (edited) Good stuff Peter. I go with 15 psi starting pressure ( I guess you refer to the one read in the gauge without spraying) Keep the spray distance I would say 20 cm of surface, and I put full throttle (trigger) downwards and backwards. I dont thin the Pledge, it's applied straight from the bottle. I spray at least 2 coats, some times 3 or 4 in some areas without letting it dry. there is visual inspection between coats. I trust in the self leveling properties of that fluid. Up to now this has been working for me, though I started modelling last September after I would say 12 years break. I've made 11 models since then and for all of them worked well. Regarding my gear, I'm using an Iwata Eclipse HP-CS and a Silentaire 20A compressor lubricated with oil. It comes with all the required stuff. I don't know but I have a bad feeling about those oilless compressors. I have to say that this compressor is terrific, makes less noise than my refrigerator, It's steep in price but I believe I made a good investment, I've read reviews about people using it after 15 years and it's still running at top efficiency, oil change ever 12 months though. Best Edited February 20, 2014 by Maurice 2 MARU5137 and Uncarina reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Uncarina 3,638 Posted February 20, 2014 Maurice, Thanks for sharing your great build, and the info on getting that finish! Cheers, Tom 1 Maurice reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dennismcc 3,652 Posted February 20, 2014 Fantastic work, great painting method, it's looking grand. Cheers Dennis 1 Maurice reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Maurice 337 Posted February 20, 2014 Wow, I should write a book, but you guys wouldn't buy it cause you can see everything here. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
109 1,185 Posted February 20, 2014 Well done mate! :-) Look forward to see more weathering. 1 Maurice reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Maurice 337 Posted February 20, 2014 Klear kote matte aplied and yellow band with racer 6 finished. More post, exhaust stains, and belly leaks stains done. Next landing gear and aerial antenna. Thanks for checking in 1 MARU5137 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Uncarina 3,638 Posted February 20, 2014 It looks like the real thing! Cheers, Tom 1 Maurice reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Peterpools Posted February 20, 2014 Maurice Thank you for the help and info. I never had much success with Future but will give it another try using your numbers. we're shooting witht eh same air brush, so it looks like it's just practice and practice. Holy Cow, the spit looks tremendous. Absolutely love it. Keep 'em coming Peter Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
