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Post by Calvin on Jan 12, 2010 15:15:42 GMT -5
I think I will just go with TS-44 since I already have a can. Also does your sheet have the decals for the Skirts? I'm going to build the early1979 car so if you want to leave out the Italicize GITANES on my sheet I just bought from you to save you some ink and time... thats fine with me.  |
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Post by indydog on Jan 12, 2010 16:58:19 GMT -5
Is there any other match to Sunoco blue besides Tamiya TS-15? I have never had luck with the Tamiya paints. Maybe a MM number?
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Post by indycals on Jan 12, 2010 17:00:28 GMT -5
Is there any other match to Sunoco blue besides Tamiya TS-15? I have never had luck with the Tamiya paints. Maybe a MM number? What has been your problem with Tamiya paints? What has been your process? |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 12, 2010 19:57:33 GMT -5
Hi ya Mark!
Tamiya paint is EXCREMENT!....Try Model Car World lacquers they have a Sunoco Blue that is a perfect match and it should work for you.
Best to you!
Russ
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Post by indydog on Jan 12, 2010 23:01:00 GMT -5
What has been your problem with Tamiya paints? What has been your process? I've had them orange peel, crack, fisheye and one time even had flat areas in certain spots. I've tried cleaning the models before painting, but nothing helps. I don't normally apply a primer coat. It may be because I do all my painting outside (no spray booth) and the fact that they are lacquers. I just have better luck with the MM paints. Easier to get too. |
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Post by indycals on Jan 12, 2010 23:16:10 GMT -5
What has been your problem with Tamiya paints? What has been your process? I've had them orange peel, crack, fisheye and one time even had flat areas in certain spots. I've tried cleaning the models before painting, but nothing helps. I don't normally apply a promer coat. That's the problem; Tamiya paint must be used with Tamiya primer - white primer if you want to maintain the color integrity. |
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Post by Calvin on Jan 13, 2010 0:11:26 GMT -5
White Surface Primer is a must have. But if you dont have it at your local hobby store Tamiya Flat White can get you by. For some reason my Hobby Town doesn't carry the Primer? So I just get a bunch off the Internet at one time. The Taymia Primer helps fill in pin holes and minor scratches in the body. I would recommend using dawn dish soap just because it gets rid of grease/oil the best. After you wash it don't touch it with your hands. Dry it off with an air hose, then let it sit for at least a half a day before paint just for an insurance. are you bored yet? ;D But theres more! I will have to say that Tamiya Paint works the best in an in-closed well ventilated room that is at a temp of at lest 70 to 80 degrees. But not everyone has that so....  Tamiya Paint works the best if you spray three coats: One dusting coat, 2nd lite coat, and 3rd heavier coat, just enough to make it glossy. Also when using body filler on you model wait one day for the filler to dry, then spray primer on it then wait another 2 days because 9 times out 10 the filler will sink more even under the coat of primer and you're have a sink line that will need to be wet sanded out or add more filler...then prime it again to see if its OK after that. |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 13, 2010 16:17:47 GMT -5
Also when using body filler on you model wait one day for the filler to dry, then spray primer on it then wait another 2 days because 9 times out 10 the filler will sink more even under the coat of primer and you're have a sink line that will need to be wet sanded out or add more filler...then prime it again to see if its OK after that. The solution to shrinkage is to use a two-part automotive filler. G |
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Post by Calvin on Jan 13, 2010 16:54:57 GMT -5
Also when using body filler on you model wait one day for the filler to dry, then spray primer on it then wait another 2 days because 9 times out 10 the filler will sink more even under the coat of primer and you're have a sink line that will need to be wet sanded out or add more filler...then prime it again to see if its OK after that. The solution to shrinkage is to use a two-part automotive filler. GOooooh yeah! why didn't I think of that?  |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 13, 2010 18:38:49 GMT -5
The solution to shrinkage is to use a two-part automotive filler. GOooooh yeah! why didn't I think of that? Must be all those models you've been cranking out.  G |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 19, 2010 23:57:29 GMT -5
Also when using body filler on you model wait one day for the filler to dry, then spray primer on it then wait another 2 days because 9 times out 10 the filler will sink more even under the coat of primer and you're have a sink line that will need to be wet sanded out or add more filler...then prime it again to see if its OK after that. The solution to shrinkage is to use a two-part automotive filler. GEvercoat Eurosoft is the best, as far as I am concerned. NAPA sells it under their *House Brand* and it is pretty inexpensive. A can should last almost a life time. A can of the Evercoat Eurosoft is about $10, at least it was when I bought mine, and the NAPA is cheaper. Two part polyester finishing putty. Any of the tube putties will shrink, some more than others, but the two part polyester doesn't. Mongo |
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Post by mjjracer on Sept 1, 2010 11:12:26 GMT -5
What a great thread! I was about to post a question on the blue for '79 Penske Gould Charge, and here it is. Awesome!
One question. A Tamiya color is listed for the McLaren Indy cars, but an MCW color is listed for their Can-Am cars. Weren't they the same? I saw them both race back in the day but was more interested in the racing and the girls than I was in the colors. Hey, I was 16. If Tamiya works for Can-Am, that's great news. I'm a rattle can kind of guy.
Thanks to all for this great site.
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Post by Calvin on Sept 16, 2010 23:35:51 GMT -5
Tamiya works for the Mclaren Can Am cars too I just forgot to put it up.
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Post by mjjracer on Sept 23, 2010 14:05:42 GMT -5
Thanks 2K. I found some brilliant orange for the first time the other day and said, man, that looks right!
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Post by Deleted on May 27, 2011 12:15:28 GMT -5
What is the blue for John Andretti's Window World car. What is Petty blue? TIA
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Post by kurzheck on May 27, 2011 12:32:33 GMT -5
Tamiya TS23 Light Blue is a pretty good match to "Petty Blue" which I would say is also a close match to the Andretti Window World colour.
Trevor
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Post by jeffmasengale on Aug 4, 2011 19:27:06 GMT -5
I need help with Rattle Can paints. Whats the proper Blue for the "92 Galmer of Little Al's, and a purple for the '96 Lazier?
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Post by dusfincher on Jan 24, 2012 2:11:46 GMT -5
Anybody know what is a good match for Villeneuve's 95 winner is? Tamiya is preferred but I'm open to others as well.
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Post by Calvin on Jan 24, 2012 3:54:28 GMT -5
I think Tamiya TS-23 looks pretty good.
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Post by 11rowsof3 on Jan 24, 2012 10:22:14 GMT -5
Getting ready to do a 1993 Amway Brayton car. Any advice on how to tackle the florescent pink and have a gloss clear? It's 1/43 so will have to be airbrushed, correct? No can is going to keep that small detail? I have an airbrush and am decent with it but hate using and cleaning it. |
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Post by 11rowsof3 on Feb 9, 2012 16:15:02 GMT -5
I need help with Rattle Can paints. Whats the proper Blue for the "92 Galmer of Little Al's, and a purple for the '96 Lazier? +1  I'll do airbrush on a 1/43 but i have a Reynard stripped to do Stan Fox's 1995 car. Any hints on rattle or bottle for that Hemelgarn Indigo Blue/Purple... |
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Post by Deleted on Jul 18, 2013 19:27:51 GMT -5
Has anyone used the Krylon Fusion for plastics paint? I just saw it at the local Ace Hardware and I thought there are some possibilities for those paints. On that same subject, does anyone use any of the numerous "Outdoor-Indoor" paints, such as Krylon etc.? I might take a leap of faith when I do my next Budweiser car. There is a color that caught my eye and I thought it was very close to what the Budweiser cars were painted in. I have used Krylon's Camo Ultra Flat Black for a lot of models as of late. |
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Post by zippernl on Jul 22, 2013 5:12:06 GMT -5
So, for the 1991 Granatelli car. Should I use TS36 also? Or is there an alternative?
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Post by 2lapsdown on Jul 22, 2013 6:53:57 GMT -5
What are the correct colors for AJ's 64 winner. I'm saying TS 45 Pearl White and Italian red. Yes, no, maybe so?
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Post by Calvin on Aug 21, 2013 18:05:54 GMT -5
Were the heck does a person find California Poppy Red spray for the Foyt Coyote?
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Post by Calvin on Aug 21, 2013 18:19:03 GMT -5
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Post by clm1545 on Aug 21, 2013 19:06:01 GMT -5
Were the heck does a person find California Poppy Red spray for the Foyt Coyote? Poppy Red is a 1965 Mustang color, Calvin. If you can't find it locally, any online Mustang parts supplier like Paddock, National Parts Depot, etc will have spray cans. If you are looking to airbrush, any good auto paint store will mix it for you, but you will have to buy a lot more than you will ever need. Take Care Craig |
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Post by indy on Aug 22, 2013 7:48:19 GMT -5
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Post by Calvin on Aug 22, 2013 9:47:14 GMT -5
Interesting, I kept on typing in Dulipcolor as the brand because that's who I though made it. This looks better as it CLEARLY says Lacquer! Some of these major name brands never say what the heck they are.... Thanks for the link! Its helpful to anyone wanting to do a Foyt car.....not too many people know what to use. BTW I've been updating the first post in this thread so if you have any paint numbers that you know for sure are correct let me know, and I'll post them or heck even Jordan can do it if he wants..... |
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Post by Calvin on Aug 22, 2013 13:04:36 GMT -5
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Tamiya Paint works the best if you spray three coats: One dusting coat, 2nd lite coat, and 3rd heavier coat, just enough to make it glossy.
