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by Arthur Pendragon
Sun Nov 24, 2013 12:05 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Fixing Sticky Vinyl
Replies: 7
Views: 10914

Re: Fixing Sticky Vinyl

I got a vinyl Horizon Space Jockey as a "rehab" project. Here's the issue: the previous builder tried to use rattlecan spray paint on the base, and now, after an extensive Simple Green soak and scrub, the vinyl is still "sticky". It feels like it's soft and tacky; however, the s...
by Arthur Pendragon
Sat Jan 21, 2012 9:59 am
Forum: Construction
Topic: How can I "thin" a flat resin placard ?
Replies: 6
Views: 8692

Thanks again !

:)
by Arthur Pendragon
Sat Jan 21, 2012 9:58 am
Forum: Construction
Topic: How to recreate a "takeoff" jet blast ?
Replies: 25
Views: 47101

How to recreate a "takeoff" jet blast ?

The title says it all.. How can I recreate this in a diorama ? http://www.fiddlersgreen.net/aircraft/Grumman-F14/IMAGES/Grumman-F14-Tomcat-Takeoff.jpg Using lights is a certain thing... But how to recreate the "blast" in a static form ? Frosted plastic tubing ? And I plan to do it in both ...
by Arthur Pendragon
Sun Jan 15, 2012 1:47 pm
Forum: Construction
Topic: How can I "thin" a flat resin placard ?
Replies: 6
Views: 8692

Thanks.

:D
by Arthur Pendragon
Sun Jan 15, 2012 12:23 pm
Forum: Construction
Topic: How can I "thin" a flat resin placard ?
Replies: 6
Views: 8692

How can I "thin" a flat resin placard ?

How can I "thin" a flat resin placard ? Imagine you have a A4 sized resin placard, 3 mm thick. I need to reduce the thickness to 1 mm or less. How can I do it, without damaging the placard itself (remember... it´s resin... it can break and warp with heat...). I was thinking of using a sand...
by Arthur Pendragon
Mon Nov 24, 2008 6:28 pm
Forum: Construction
Topic: modeling an explosion
Replies: 33
Views: 36358

That is ABSOLUTELY UNBELIEVABLE !!!!!

:shock: :shock: :shock: :shock: :shock:
by Arthur Pendragon
Sat Aug 26, 2006 9:59 am
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Tips for creating your own decals
Replies: 26
Views: 27213

All my decals are made this way. First, buy some Firsket film. Then, cut some pieces, and rub over the model, where the decal should be. With a 2B pencil, trace the detail or countour you want. Scan, and then start your desing work. Use a high definition setting (800 to 1000 dpi). The images will be...
by Arthur Pendragon
Tue Aug 15, 2006 7:07 pm
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: Where to buy CCFLs and 12V inverters ?
Replies: 4
Views: 5228

Where to buy CCFLs and 12V inverters ?

I´m having trouble finding 4", 6" and 8" white CCFLs and inverters for 12V.... (mostly used in computer cases). Already lost money with a fraudulent vendor at the Internet, and don´t want to do it again. :evil: Anyone know a serious internet vendor for CCFLs and inverters with reaso...
by Arthur Pendragon
Mon Nov 28, 2005 3:48 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Decal printing paper?
Replies: 9
Views: 8524

I'm using Micro-Mark for some years now, and I[m fully satisfied. EPSON also release a series os inkjet printers wich uses WATER PROOF inks (C-63 series and so on...). They're GREAT !!!! Totally waterproof !!!! You just need to coat the decals with a clear acrylic gloss and it's ready for applying a...
by Arthur Pendragon
Mon Oct 17, 2005 5:48 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Tamiya X-20A thinner ... help me finding it
Replies: 5
Views: 5917

Woozle wrote:um.. why? Personally, I use alcohol-n-water.
I do not use Tamiya paints... but another brand, which do not reacts well to alcohol... but LOVES Tamiya thinner !!!
by Arthur Pendragon
Mon Oct 17, 2005 5:45 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Tamiya X-20A thinner ... help me finding it
Replies: 5
Views: 5917

kylwell wrote:The big issue is shipping. I'd try Rainbow 10, item #0011900081040.
Thanks !!! :D
by Arthur Pendragon
Mon Oct 17, 2005 3:46 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Tamiya X-20A thinner ... help me finding it
Replies: 5
Views: 5917

Tamiya X-20A thinner ... help me finding it

For some reason, I cannot find a hobby shop which sell Tamiya acrilic thinner X-20A internationally. http://www.hobbylinc.com/htm/tam/tam81040.htm Everyone I´ve found, sells it only within the Continental USA. Squadron, from which I bought this stuff for years and years, do not carry it anymore. Do...
by Arthur Pendragon
Sun Sep 18, 2005 10:16 am
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Internet source for Tamiya X-20A thinner (large bottle)
Replies: 2
Views: 3738

Thanks !!!

:thumbsup:
by Arthur Pendragon
Sat Sep 17, 2005 9:04 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Internet source for Tamiya X-20A thinner (large bottle)
Replies: 2
Views: 3738

Internet source for Tamiya X-20A thinner (large bottle)

Hi.

Anyone knows where I can order the large bottle of Tamiya acrilyc thinner X-20A (250 ml) ?

Squadron do not carry it anymore.

I found it online here:

http://www.worldwar2aces.com/store/hobbypaint.shtml

Anyone knows this company ?

Thanks for any input.

:wink:
by Arthur Pendragon
Wed Aug 10, 2005 8:43 pm
Forum: Construction
Topic: 360 degree light white LEDS !
Replies: 4
Views: 6201

360 degree light white LEDS !

360 degree light LEDS !

http://superbrightleds.com/specs/w45-360_specs.htm

http://www.superbrightleds.com/cgi-bin/ ... 51&next=50

The search for the perfect lightning is over !
by Arthur Pendragon
Mon Dec 27, 2004 4:15 pm
Forum: Construction
Topic: In-flight display minus the stand
Replies: 11
Views: 15969

Commercially available magnet will not suspend a big model like the 1/72 VF-0S. The only way to make an "in flying" diorama without an stand is to use an old trick... hide the suspension rods, like at this example: http://www.culttvman.com/ted_ladd_s_id-4_diorama.html All you need is a ver...
by Arthur Pendragon
Mon Mar 24, 2003 6:51 am
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Airbrush Survey
Replies: 128
Views: 453585

Re: Airbrush Survey

Manufacturer and Model of Airbrush: Badger Spray gun (for large areas), Badger 250 (for medium works) and two TESTORS AZTEC for more elaborate works Cost of Airbrush: I cant´remember Type (single, double): both Is it more suitable for fine lines or broad coverage? Fine lines - Testors - Broad cover...