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Post by Jim Richards on Oct 28, 2020 3:16:22 GMT -5
WOW! Chuck!
Very nice work.
And yes, Inter coat clear is the way to go. I assume you were using HOK. (from the shots of paint cans)
I opened my first custom paint shop in 1974, I always shot clear between coats for all the reasons you mentioned.
HOK always was expensive so I used a top coat clear, just very reduced, of what ever brand or type of paint I used (I've used them all)
After I taught a few paint seminars for HOK, I actually used that brand between coats no matter what brand paint I used
(always risky to mix brands)
Funny thing, I would have customers come in demanding HOK, after I gave them the estimate they were fine with Ditzler or Dupont. LOL
Always joked about buying a case of HOK labels to put on other brand cans, but I was never one to fool my customers.
But for model cars HOK is best since it goes on thin.
So that is a great tip you gave.
But this is not about me, but about another great model by YOU!
Thanks for sharing ps:pm sent
Jim Richards
Tucson AZ
ps: hope your riding
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Post by Starryeyes on Oct 28, 2020 10:47:59 GMT -5
I should have clarified.. HOK makes an inner coat clear that IS super thin .. I figured I was “all in” on this project so I stuck with their product .. lays super thin and flashes quickly ! After all the paint color was done I switched to their “Show Klear which is a 4:1:1 mix .. the added reducer makes for slick results as long as your under coats are applied leaving a smooth top coat . (I know you know what I mean ..LOL.. been riding as much as time permitted this year .. buttoning things up for cooler weather .. 😉
Chuck
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Post by Jim Richards on Oct 29, 2020 10:20:45 GMT -5
Hi Chuck, Yes it's always good to stick with the same brand, but in model building that's not always possible. (but you guys are all Pros, and already know that) Well it came out great. How much do you think it weighs? Since it is metal, making a concrete casting of it first, would have made a bad arse mailbox stand, of course here in Tucson it would get stolen or vandalized (you should see how beat up my mailbox is). A picture of him sitting behind your drums would be funny. Glad you rode some, and yes buttoning up for winter here also, It dropped to the mid 70s this week and I'm already freezing, LOL I'll be thinking about you this winter:  Your Friend Jim |
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Post by Starryeyes on Oct 31, 2020 8:24:37 GMT -5
Fantastic job!!! Love what you did with Ratty!!! Thanks buddy ! |
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Post by Starryeyes on Mar 28, 2022 8:54:50 GMT -5
Fantastic job!!! Love what you did with Ratty!!! Thanks a million ! |
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Post by Starryeyes on Apr 1, 2022 19:28:05 GMT -5
WOW! Chuck! Very nice work. And yes, Inter coat clear is the way to go. I assume you were using HOK. (from the shots of paint cans) I opened my first custom paint shop in 1974, I always shot clear between coats for all the reasons you mentioned. HOK always was expensive so I used a top coat clear, just very reduced, of what ever brand or type of paint I used (I've used them all) After I taught a few paint seminars for HOK, I actually used that brand between coats no matter what brand paint I used (always risky to mix brands) Funny thing, I would have customers come in demanding HOK, after I gave them the estimate they were fine with Ditzler or Dupont. LOL Always joked about buying a case of HOK labels to put on other brand cans, but I was never one to fool my customers. But for model cars HOK is best since it goes on thin. So that is a great tip you gave. But this is not about me, but about another great model by YOU! Thanks for sharing ps:pm sent Jim Richards Tucson AZ ps: hope your riding Wow .. thanks so much Jim .. I am humbled .. these Finks just looked horrible when they ship them . They just want to hide all the flaws .. lol … but we will save THAT story for another day ! Thanks for the kudos my friend 🤙🏼 |
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Post by Starryeyes on Apr 1, 2022 19:31:47 GMT -5
Hi Chuck, Yes it's always good to stick with the same brand, but in model building that's not always possible. (but you guys are all Pros, and already know that) Well it came out great. How much do you think it weighs? Since it is metal, making a concrete casting of it first, would have made a bad arse mailbox stand, of course here in Tucson it would get stolen or vandalized (you should see how beat up my mailbox is). A picture of him sitting behind your drums would be funny. Glad you rode some, and yes buttoning up for winter here also, It dropped to the mid 70s this week and I'm already freezing, LOL I'll be thinking about you this winter: Your Friend Jim Rubbing it in !! I love it ! I’ve got my Lowered Wide Glide all polished and ready to log some miles this summer between car shows .. she’s got new rubber and a few other accessories added this WINTER 😁… glad you’re able to get out and get some wind in your face 🤘🏼. We have a band reunion this Sunday which should be a hoot .. I’m really looking forward to it . If I remember I’ll get a shot of Finky behind my drum kit ! |
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Post by Starryeyes on Apr 1, 2022 19:38:24 GMT -5
Hi Chuck, Yes it's always good to stick with the same brand, but in model building that's not always possible. (but you guys are all Pros, and already know that) Well it came out great. How much do you think it weighs? Since it is metal, making a concrete casting of it first, would have made a bad arse mailbox stand, of course here in Tucson it would get stolen or vandalized (you should see how beat up my mailbox is). A picture of him sitting behind your drums would be funny. Glad you rode some, and yes buttoning up for winter here also, It dropped to the mid 70s this week and I'm already freezing, LOL I'll be thinking about you this winter: Your Friend Jim Hmmm how much does he weigh ?.. I’d say he’s 40-ish pounds Jim .. and thanks for sharing your paint stories ! And yes sir I’ll be out with my knees in the breeze soon .. when temps get above 60° here in Midwestern illinois .. 👊🏼   |
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