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Post by intohimo on Jan 30, 2009 22:16:36 GMT 8
@mac
Yes! thank you so much sir mac for the tips and for the tutorial site you gave! ;D
So all I need are tamiya acrylics (silver and clear green?) and a tech-pen...
Is it okay if I paint-brush it instead of using spray paint? which would you prefer?
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Post by mac on Jan 30, 2009 22:53:10 GMT 8
@intohimo
Well, I tried brushing the eyes of my Exia Gundam (since the eyes are a part of the face on 1/144s) and it has good results. I guess it will be fine to paint brush it. ;D
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Post by Gane on Jan 31, 2009 13:50:28 GMT 8
How much is an air compressor? And what brand is compatible with a Badger single action AB? I'm planning for my 2nd airbrush (my first is long gone and it's a cheap single action) soon so here's what I can suggest. Check the manual for your airbrush on how much air pressure it can handle. Check the manufacturer's web site for more details. NBS, Deovir and so on have compressors that will suit your needs but be ready to shell out almost the same price as a new Badger airbrush since these are expensive. Most compressors are gauged high so you need a few additional parts (if they are not included yet) like pressure gauge and sometimes a moisture trap. Anybody have tried using clear or semi clear coat spray for the gold internal parts? Does it look good? Also is it safe to use the gold metallic marker which can be bought in national bookstore for P50 for the internal parts? Another quick question since I'm here as well  Where can I buy cheap tamiya flat coat spray? I usually buy at lils hobby shop at P220 a piece. Any place cheaper than that? If you're planning to use the gold markers sold in NBS DON'T use acrylic epoxy spray paint like Mr Surfacer, Bosny or others because this will dull the metal finish you may want to achieve. I haven't tried Mr. Top Coat (plain acrylic spray paint) on the marker but does have a better effect over metallic paints. Tamiya Flat Coat is 220 petot? I bought Gunze spray paint clear for 300 petot... I should have known Tamiya's cheaper...  Anyhoo, try Bosny for 130 petot for the clear flat, it does great effect but be aware that it is created for large area painting so you have to do some trial and error... on other plastics first... Matte and Flat coats can defuse the metallic finish depending on the material... like silver chrome becoming aluminum in appearance. Is it okay if I paint-brush it instead of using spray paint? which would you prefer? If you're going for the brush make sure you get it even because clear paints have a habit of not being consistent even if you thin it out. Practice before doing the final painting.  |
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Post by intohimo on Jan 31, 2009 19:23:56 GMT 8
@mac & GaneHmmm another question guys for the clear paints.. I was a little bit curious on the painting tip tutorial website that sir mac gave me: www.fichtenfoo.com/02GiantRobots/02c-lenses.html  The featured modeler actually mixed Isopropyl Alcohol onto the clear paints... Have you guys ever tried this technique before? |
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Post by intohimo on Jan 31, 2009 19:25:40 GMT 8
@mac & GaneHmmm another question guys, regarding the clear paints.. I was a little bit curious on the painting tip tutorial website that sir mac gave me: www.fichtenfoo.com/02GiantRobots/02c-lenses.html The featured modeler actually mixed Isopropyl Alcohol onto the clear paints to make it thin... Have you guys ever tried this technique before? |
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Post by Uberjam on Feb 1, 2009 19:55:30 GMT 8
GUYS GUYS GUYS!!!! what's the news with the gundam astray red frame PG?!?!?! got any links i could go to or something?
OMG OMG OMG i can't believe bandai is gonna release a PG red frame OMG OMG OMG!!!!!!!!
i can't believe im squeeking like a little school girl here at my end...
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Post by RainerO on Feb 1, 2009 20:55:51 GMT 8
You can search it on ngee khiong's site or in 1999.co.jp. But only the prototype pics have been showed.  |
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Post by Gane on Feb 2, 2009 12:44:57 GMT 8
@mac & GaneHmmm another question guys for the clear paints.. I was a little bit curious on the painting tip tutorial website that sir mac gave me: www.fichtenfoo.com/02GiantRobots/02c-lenses.html The featured modeler actually mixed Isopropyl Alcohol onto the clear paints... Have you guys ever tried this technique before? The isopropyl alcohol is used as "thinner/diluent" for acrylics paints the counter part of enamet paint thinner. Others use water but alcohol is probably cleaner since water can have minerals unseen to the naked eye that can affect the paint somehow... if you're using enamels then you shouldn't use alcohol... Q Anybody bought Tamiya pla-plates? HLJ list says the price is for a set of 5 pieces, does Lil's and STC sell them by 5s or singles and how much? |
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Post by demonraze on Feb 3, 2009 3:13:48 GMT 8
question:
are Robot Damashi Gundam 00 the same size as HG00 1/144 kits?
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Post by V2 on Feb 3, 2009 11:31:51 GMT 8
nope.
although they're noticably bigger than MSiAs, they're still around 10-20% smaller compared to the hg00 series.
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Post by intohimo on Feb 3, 2009 20:12:19 GMT 8
@mac & GaneThank you so much dudes! ;D |
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Post by tornady on Feb 3, 2009 22:21:18 GMT 8
GaneLil's sells Tamiya plaplates in singles. About the price, sorry I forgot how much is it 
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Post by E_Wing on Feb 3, 2009 22:53:55 GMT 8
GaneLil's sells Tamiya plaplates in singles. About the price, sorry I forgot how much is it Around P60 |
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Post by mac on Feb 5, 2009 5:38:00 GMT 8
@intohimo genji is right. I use isopropyl alcohol (75%) as thinner for my acrylics. Although the tutorial I gave you recommends 90% alcohol, 75% is enough to thin the paints.  GaneI see. Thanks for the tip on the air comp bro. I need to tighten up my pockets again I see <sigh>... |
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Post by gr3nd3l on Feb 5, 2009 6:35:38 GMT 8
Does the new hyaku shiki HD ver has a glossy paint coating?
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Where can I buy cheap tamiya flat coat spray? I usually buy at lils hobby shop at P220 a piece. Any place cheaper than that?
