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Post by jamesharvey on Mar 25, 2015 14:38:26 GMT -5
I got a completed model of the 1996 winner which, if I trust this forum and my own eyes, was the wrong color so I soaked it in brake fluid overnight.  |
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Post by Calvin on Mar 25, 2015 19:54:45 GMT -5
Well its best to strip any paint if you dont know what it is. I'm glad to see you doing some WIP's now.
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Post by alterrenner on Mar 26, 2015 4:54:25 GMT -5
You can soak resin in brake fluid?
I've used brake fluid on plastic, but was afraid to use it on resin!
--Frank
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Post by jamesharvey on Mar 26, 2015 8:06:15 GMT -5
Frank, I have used it on resin kits from both Lance Sellers and Bill Jorgensen. I have no idea what kind of resin they use or what date their kits were done. I have also used brake fluid to remove the "chrome" from manufactured kit wheels. I have not had it erode or dissolve anything I have tried so I hope there is not a first time. I learned of doing this on this forum so others may have information about their experiences trying this. Good luck. Jim i1379.photobucket.com/albums/ah159/jamesharvey1175/IMG_0039_zpsmoiv0bxl.jpg |
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Post by jamesharvey on Mar 26, 2015 8:49:03 GMT -5
Craig suggested Krylon Short Cuts "Iris" would be a good color match. I found it at Hobby Lobby and I think he was spot on. This shows my fancy paint set up. I still have one front wing to make but did create a second side winglet that was missing.
Jim
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Post by clm1545 on Mar 26, 2015 9:55:11 GMT -5
Craig suggested Krylon Short Cuts "Iris" would be a good color match. I found it at Hobby Lobby and I think he was spot on. I hope Calvin reads this  . I think the paint choice came from Eric. If you want to know anything about Buddy Lazier, Eric is the guy to ask. |
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Post by Calvin on Mar 26, 2015 11:00:48 GMT -5
Actually I used Krylon Shortcuts "iris" on mine as well....there was no other alternative for this on.....yes I would have rather had a Lacquer choice but it wasn't possible.
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Post by jamesharvey on Mar 30, 2015 8:03:21 GMT -5
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Post by harveythedog2 on Mar 30, 2015 9:51:14 GMT -5
Looks great Jim!
Stu
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Post by Calvin on Mar 30, 2015 10:57:59 GMT -5
Im so glad you know how to post pics! Because you are an accomplished builder!
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Post by jamesharvey on Apr 3, 2015 15:41:33 GMT -5
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Post by jamesharvey on Apr 10, 2015 9:44:50 GMT -5
I finally finished my 1996 winner. I tried to make it appear as in the post race day "official" photos. I know this is different that qualifying or race trim but that is what I had pictures of including some from the anniversary celebration a couple of years ago.  |
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Post by 2lapsdown on Apr 10, 2015 9:48:57 GMT -5
Great job Jim, and nice save on the mirrors
John
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Post by clm1545 on Apr 10, 2015 10:38:53 GMT -5
It looks real good, Jim. It's great that you can share with us, now.
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Post by sandysixtysfan on Apr 11, 2015 8:17:23 GMT -5
Good work here. it looks great. You gotta love a purple race car.
Sandy
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Post by Calvin on Apr 11, 2015 11:06:46 GMT -5
Absolutely awesome! I'm glad you are posting pictures!
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. I think the paint choice came from Eric. If you want to know anything about Buddy Lazier, Eric is the guy to ask.
