Dirk Pitt, The ADD Model Builders Workbench Space
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Really nice work, thanks for sharing.
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Very nice work Dirk A quick question. What kind of adhesive did you use for the flag decals? The bottle looks familiar but I can't place it in my mind.
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You make fun of my name and then think i'm going to answer your questions? Meh!jssel wrote:Very nice work irk. A quick question. What kind of adhesive did you use for the flag decals? The bottle looks familiar but I can't place it in my mind.
Just kidding. I'm assuming you mean to attach the flag to the pole? I use many different glues to build models but my most used glue is Model Masters
What I did was remove the pin, put the flag pole in the bottle and pulled it out. A very little bit of glue was left on the part but it was enough to make the flags stick.
I hope this helps
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Thank you Georgegbrwn56 wrote:Really nice work, thanks for sharing.
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Thank you davidskypirate wrote:Wow! New skills + enjoyment = a great result for the rusty 55 Cameo pick-up!
Beautifully done!
David
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Thanks for taking the time to comment Nigel. The Patton is a classic kit and it should be fun since I haven't built a tank since I can't remember when. And of course I love the theme. It should piss off the rivet counters to see a Patton tank decked out in German Africa Corp colors.Clashcityrocker wrote:Realistic looking rust on the rat rod Dirk, and nice start on the Patton.
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Thanks Ralph, it was fun to do. I now have an itch to do more Rat RodsSoftscience wrote:I really like that truck. That is great modelling. The foil flags are a brilliant method.
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Love the rust work on the pick up!
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That is a great looking pick up Dirk and I also like the way you have produced the flags, they look very realistic I must say.
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Thanks,Shaun and Iggie
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Meanwhile back at the Patton tank build....
I seem to be missing a whole lot of photos from this build so I'm taking some from the video to fill the gaps.
A lot of putty work is needed for the body tub. For this I use common body putty (Bondo) found in almost any automotive store. One huge 4.5 oz (127.5 grams) tube cost less then lets say a 32 gram tube Tamiya putty. Don't get me wrong I'm not saying there is anything wrong with modeling puttys, I own many different kinds but sometimes being frugal pays off
I have to putty the seam down the middle
Across the sides
The rear (shown below) and the leading edge (not shown). The leading edge on this kit is very sharp and needs to be sanded and rounded a bit.
After sanding I primed the tub to get a feel for the seam lines. I noticed that the hull on this kit was smooth. The real Pattons had a forged (wrinkled) look to them along with the turret, how do I achieve that look. Heres what I did. Using Mr Surface putty 500, I stippled the putty directly onto the hull with a stiff brush. No thinning, straight out of the bottle. I did abut three coats to get the look of a real Patton
Coat one
Coat 3 or 4, it now has that "Forged" look to it
Thats it for now, till next time....
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I seem to be missing a whole lot of photos from this build so I'm taking some from the video to fill the gaps.
A lot of putty work is needed for the body tub. For this I use common body putty (Bondo) found in almost any automotive store. One huge 4.5 oz (127.5 grams) tube cost less then lets say a 32 gram tube Tamiya putty. Don't get me wrong I'm not saying there is anything wrong with modeling puttys, I own many different kinds but sometimes being frugal pays off
I have to putty the seam down the middle
Across the sides
The rear (shown below) and the leading edge (not shown). The leading edge on this kit is very sharp and needs to be sanded and rounded a bit.
After sanding I primed the tub to get a feel for the seam lines. I noticed that the hull on this kit was smooth. The real Pattons had a forged (wrinkled) look to them along with the turret, how do I achieve that look. Heres what I did. Using Mr Surface putty 500, I stippled the putty directly onto the hull with a stiff brush. No thinning, straight out of the bottle. I did abut three coats to get the look of a real Patton
Coat one
Coat 3 or 4, it now has that "Forged" look to it
Thats it for now, till next time....
B - Strong
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Very nice work on the texture. Looks very real!
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Nice effect
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Great idea.
Do you know if the bits emerging perpendicular and away from the hull were also forged as the same piece, or would they be welded on later?
Do you know if the bits emerging perpendicular and away from the hull were also forged as the same piece, or would they be welded on later?
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The casting texture looks good
Best wishes
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