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Post by indycals on Nov 1, 2012 11:53:06 GMT -5
Mike, I've beeen using Testors Wet Clear on my recent builds with no problems. Just use some Solvaset decal setting solution when applying the decals as it will help bond the decals to the paint which will minimize the risk of wrinkling when clear coated.
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Post by SteveK51 on Nov 1, 2012 17:52:43 GMT -5
Ok, I promised Mike a reference for the nose from the review video, and here it is. Looks like Dallara down low on the nose, additional Napa stickers on raceday, and particularly the Royal Purple on the top of the nose: no skew to the letters, same size, a little bit of skew to the checkerboard. Looks like Hypercoil above Emco on the side? Not sure what's behind it, then Reebok, then the race tech sticker.  |
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Post by mrpeters on Nov 1, 2012 18:09:35 GMT -5
wow freakin awesome
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Post by senn65 on Nov 1, 2012 19:07:55 GMT -5
Mike, I've beeen using Testors Wet Clear on my recent builds with no problems. Just use some Solvaset decal setting solution when applying the decals as it will help bond the decals to the paint which will minimize the risk of wrinkling when clear coated. Michael isn't it a good idea to "dust" a couple coats on first followed by then a heavy coat. |
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Post by gavkiwi on Nov 1, 2012 20:14:34 GMT -5
That is one of the best IRL paint schemes I've seen, the livery is really striking, those screen caps from the '98 race are awesome !
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Post by mrpeters on Nov 2, 2012 4:47:46 GMT -5
Updated sheet with what I can make out from Steve's shots. Thanks again! If you see anything I've missed, let me know. Next up is sizing.  |
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Post by SteveK51 on Nov 2, 2012 8:31:17 GMT -5
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Post by mrpeters on Nov 2, 2012 8:41:13 GMT -5
That isn't on the race day car. He was using parts from Roe's car, it looks like.
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Post by SteveK51 on Nov 2, 2012 13:17:00 GMT -5
Hmm, maybe I should look at my own photos a little closer  |
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Post by mrpeters on Nov 3, 2012 0:38:22 GMT -5
All built up! Paint job isn't perfect, but I am excited to finally be on my way to finishing a conversion! Will take some pictures in the sun tomorrow with a decent camera instead of my iPhone. Also took measurements for decals, and will try to size them over the weekend.  |
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Post by Calvin on Nov 3, 2012 1:04:40 GMT -5
Looking forward to seeing this done.
Paint looks fine from here.
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Post by senn65 on Nov 3, 2012 20:04:25 GMT -5
Hey that looks pretty damn good. Man I hate scrolling back & forth on these threads. They are a mile wide.
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Post by mrpeters on Nov 3, 2012 21:26:18 GMT -5
Yeah, it's an oversized picture causing that, Ralph. I've been sizing mine down for ya Blame Steve this time!  |
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Post by SteveK51 on Nov 3, 2012 23:21:39 GMT -5
Sorry...
My fault for not wanting to bother with multiple jpeg's.
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Post by mrpeters on Nov 3, 2012 23:45:27 GMT -5
lol just giving you a hard time. they were great shots!
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Post by mrpeters on Nov 5, 2012 8:36:17 GMT -5
Decals are all sized up and ready for the printer!!
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Post by SteveK51 on Nov 5, 2012 9:54:40 GMT -5
I know, lol.
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Post by INDY22IAM on Nov 6, 2012 21:39:02 GMT -5
Once when you start putting the decals on that is when the car will start to come to life. Looks great so far.
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Post by gavkiwi on Nov 13, 2012 22:23:20 GMT -5
qual shot from 1998  Interesting how the car changes from qualifying to race day. |
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Post by mrpeters on Nov 13, 2012 22:30:35 GMT -5
Those parts are from Roe's car (the backup, IIRC) because Kite had a big shunt.
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Post by SteveK51 on Nov 13, 2012 22:53:31 GMT -5
3 big shunts.
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Post by mrpeters on Nov 17, 2012 13:39:18 GMT -5
Thanks to Michael for the great decals! I screwed up a bit on the size of the sidepods but they still look fine! Sorry the picture is blurry. I'll break out the nice camera once all of the decals are on. Letting the main ones dry before doing the contingencies.  |
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Post by methanol on Nov 17, 2012 13:44:49 GMT -5
I am not a big fan of those IRL cars but this one looks good! What paint was used for the bright yellow ?
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Post by mrpeters on Nov 17, 2012 14:05:30 GMT -5
Ace Hardware Florescent Yellow LOL
It is really crappy paint. It doesnt look that good in person.
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Post by indycals on Nov 17, 2012 14:09:50 GMT -5
Pactra makes a good fluorescent yellow in their RC Spray Paint lineup. It goes on flat, but very smooth. Still needs clearcoating, but it was the easiest to work with flat-fluorescent paint I've used.
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Post by bocadiecast on Nov 17, 2012 22:15:32 GMT -5
I think it looks really sharp. Can't wait to start my conversion. Nice job!!!
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Post by indycals on Nov 18, 2012 0:49:50 GMT -5
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Post by INDY22IAM on Nov 18, 2012 8:23:32 GMT -5
Looks really good. That purple and yellow really look sharp together. Did you hand paint the wheels? They look really good. Keep up the good work.
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Post by senn65 on Nov 18, 2012 11:58:31 GMT -5
I am not a big fan of those IRL cars but this one looks good! What paint was used for the bright yellow ? You can use this in a pinch. I have a separate air brush for this crap. Comes in different flo colors. I get this at Hobby Lobby.  |
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Post by mrpeters on Nov 18, 2012 12:47:44 GMT -5
Looks really good. That purple and yellow really look sharp together. Did you hand paint the wheels? They look really good. Keep up the good work. Yes, I did. |
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