Mike F. Posted May 19, 2021 Author Share Posted May 19, 2021 21 minutes ago, FLHCAHZ said: That’s a bummer for sure, but it will be better next time Almost went in the trash. Almost. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLHCAHZ Posted May 19, 2021 Share Posted May 19, 2021 8 hours ago, Mike F. said: Almost went in the trash. Almost. I can understand the frustration. The last 69 camaro I did was the same way....Ended up painting that one 3 times. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted May 19, 2021 Share Posted May 19, 2021 Might be best to strip it. Get a good primer Mr Hobby, Tamiya and or Duplicolor.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Geiger Posted May 19, 2021 Share Posted May 19, 2021 We’re you using Bare Metal Foil?  And which version?  I've never had an issue where it wouldn’t stick, in my experience  old stuff sticks to the backing too well and breaks up as you try to peel off the backing paper. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sledsel Posted May 19, 2021 Share Posted May 19, 2021 Do not wet sand, you will begin getting to much paint on the body. Get some Castrol Super Clean and soak the body for a day and get back to the bare plastic.I have a GTO that has gone for a soak 3 times...... This is one of those kits that take a ton of trial fitting. Fighting with one myself although is has been sent to "shelf for another day"  Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bainford Posted May 19, 2021 Share Posted May 19, 2021 Oh man, that sucks. Sorry to see that. I agree with the post above, if you plan to redo the paint, then it’s better to strip rather than sand. Good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike F. Posted May 20, 2021 Author Share Posted May 20, 2021 Thanks for the great advice guys. I did wet sand it, but not too happy with result, so I'll strip it and start over. As for the foil, it is Bare Metal. Maybe I'll pick up another sheet. It was not overly sticking to the backing and was able to peel off OK, it just would not stick to the paint. Maybe on the shelf too long and lost it's tackiness? Oh Well, back to the drawing board. I spent a lot of time on the engine (sans brake cylinder) and interior, so want to do it justice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike F. Posted May 20, 2021 Author Share Posted May 20, 2021 On 3/8/2021 at 11:45 AM, thomascoffey1959@gmail.com said: never spray lacquer over enamel. Getting back to a previous comment from Thomas Coffey (Now I need a cup), below are the paints that I plan to use. First time around, I used a black primer, not sure if lacquer or enamel, but based on Thomas's comment, suspect it was enamel. This time I'll use Testers Grey primer Lacquer, Black Metallic enamel for the top and Tamiya TS-52, which I'm not sure, but think it is a Lacquer, for bottom. I'm hoping the black enamel goes over the grey primer, with no issues. Any comments and advice would be appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike F. Posted July 19, 2021 Author Share Posted July 19, 2021 (edited) I decided my hiatus from this project should end. After some wet sanding, swearing and more wet sanding, I have repainted the upper black metallic. Going to let it dry and then repaint the green lower half. Edited July 19, 2021 by Mike F. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLHCAHZ Posted July 20, 2021 Share Posted July 20, 2021 looks good so far! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zippi Posted July 20, 2021 Share Posted July 20, 2021 (edited) Looks good. I know the frustration....I striped one car I know 3 times due to paint issues. There has been issues lately with bmf not wanting to stick and I have the same problem with mine. My bmf looks nice and slick until you pull it off the sheet and then it's all wrinkled up and you can smooth it out.   Edited July 20, 2021 by Zippi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David G. Posted July 20, 2021 Share Posted July 20, 2021 Looks like the paint is working well this time around. It's a bummer about the difficulty though. David G. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike F. Posted July 20, 2021 Author Share Posted July 20, 2021 Thanks for the kind words guys. Funny how the paint went on the roof fairly smooth, but over the front fender wells, it has the orange peel effect. Hopefully, a bit of polishing after clear coat will improve it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike F. Posted August 18, 2021 Author Share Posted August 18, 2021 It's been a while, took a break from the '62 Impala to get back to this Gremlin. I repainted the green and did some foiling. Not too happy with how the body is progressing, but tired of messing with it, so going to move on to decals and then clear coat, after some touch up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smoke Wagon Posted August 19, 2021 Share Posted August 19, 2021 That’s unfortunate about the chrome paint, but it looks like you pulled the BMF of well all things considered. That’s a nice two-tone as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike F. Posted August 19, 2021 Author Share Posted August 19, 2021 21 minutes ago, Smoke Wagon said: That’s unfortunate about the chrome paint, but it looks like you pulled the BMF of well all things considered. That’s a nice two-tone as well. Thanks for the encouragement Riley. I was fairly successful using an Elmer's glue stick to prep the piece to be chromed, before applying the foil and it seems to work for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smoke Wagon Posted August 19, 2021 Share Posted August 19, 2021 I’ve heard that BMF has been a bit less adhesive lately for lots of folks. Your idea with the glue stick is a good one Mike, it worked out great from the looks of it. I dig the shag carpet and actual cloth seats as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike F. Posted August 20, 2021 Author Share Posted August 20, 2021 11 hours ago, Smoke Wagon said: I’ve heard that BMF has been a bit less adhesive lately for lots of folks. Your idea with the glue stick is a good one Mike, it worked out great from the looks of it. I dig the shag carpet and actual cloth seats as well. Thanks Riley. I am hoping to spray clear over the entire body. However, since the black is enamel and the green is lacquer, I'm a bit Leery of the result. I'm hoping for some advice from someone here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smoke Wagon Posted August 20, 2021 Share Posted August 20, 2021 Two tone can get tricky, especially if they’re different types of paints. I’d run tests on scrap sprue or white plastic spoons to see if the clear you use reacts with the color layer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David G. Posted August 20, 2021 Share Posted August 20, 2021 Definitely do a spoon test first. It's best to know about possible compatibility issues before painting the body. Whenever I feel discouraged with the way one of my builds is going, I remind myself of a saying that I came up with years ago: "Each kit I build is really only practice for the next one." I even put it in my signature line. David G. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike F. Posted August 20, 2021 Author Share Posted August 20, 2021 Thanks guys, I'll do some test trials. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike F. Posted August 20, 2021 Author Share Posted August 20, 2021 So, looks like Tamia acrylic clear does not cause any issues, so I'll go with that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike F. Posted August 20, 2021 Author Share Posted August 20, 2021 I'm so close to finishing this beast, I can taste it. Tastes like victory. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLHCAHZ Posted August 21, 2021 Share Posted August 21, 2021 Lookin' Good! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted August 22, 2021 Share Posted August 22, 2021 looks great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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