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by aussie cylon
Mon Nov 16, 2020 8:56 am
Forum: Construction
Topic: Stupid question, but....
Replies: 27
Views: 147220

Re: Stupid question, but....

Tomato’s.....tomatoes....we can go on.... :D
by aussie cylon
Fri Apr 17, 2020 8:54 am
Forum: Scratchbuilding
Topic: Making decals
Replies: 22
Views: 75701

Re: Making decals

DaveVan wrote: Fri Apr 17, 2020 8:47 am A process that has been around for over a 100 years was patented recently by a person as their invention.
How is that even possible?? What a crazy world we live in..... :?
by aussie cylon
Sat Apr 11, 2020 8:26 pm
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: Tamiya handy drill
Replies: 9
Views: 27191

Re: Tamiya handy drill

I too have one of these, and am quite impressed with it. The only thing I did was add a little more grease to the cogs etc as the little tube of grease supplied with the kit was, well, little... Perfect for drilling plastic, perfect speed and does not spin too fast as to melt it. The only gripe I ha...
by aussie cylon
Mon Feb 17, 2020 8:08 am
Forum: Scratchbuilding
Topic: Best clear plastic??
Replies: 17
Views: 55367

Re: Best clear plastic??

You might find this article helpful from IPMS stockholm https://www.ipmsstockholm.org/magazine/2002/08/stuff_eng_tech_moulding_canopies.htm it recommends PET-g over clear PS sheets (#6) and definitely against blister pack plastic mostly on being hard to work with due to it being optimized for indus...
by aussie cylon
Wed Jan 08, 2020 6:19 am
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Instrument Panels
Replies: 20
Views: 97423

Re: Instrument Panels

I just print on normal white paper, and with an led behind it, the light very easily shines through. I don't use Kristal Klear or any other stuff to simulate glass, I just place some clear plastic over it. The dials in this pic are only 3mm and 4mm in diameter. This pic is extremely zoomed in to sho...
by aussie cylon
Fri Jan 03, 2020 6:25 am
Forum: Construction
Topic: Model Enlarging?
Replies: 17
Views: 42461

Re: Model Enlarging?

I seem to remember that there already exists an RC Seaquest sub. I think I've seen it on youtube. Try there first, I think I saw it when I was researching the Monogram Seaquest Stinger model.
by aussie cylon
Sun Dec 22, 2019 6:31 am
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: Adding a Pot to the Tamiya Handy Drill?
Replies: 8
Views: 23437

Re: Adding a Pot to the Tamiya Handy Drill?

Don't bother. It's a very handy drill as it is. The speed is reasonably slow and I'll say it's just about perfect for drilling through plastic. That's what it was designed to do, and it does it very well. Everything inside it is plastic, even the gears, so making it spin faster would shorten the lif...
by aussie cylon
Tue Dec 10, 2019 4:29 am
Forum: Finishing
Topic: RPM or CFM?
Replies: 8
Views: 29996

Re: RPM or CFM?

naoto wrote: Mon Dec 09, 2019 10:15 am
thus the trend toward larger-diameter fans (i.e. larger fan doesn't need to be spun as fast to get the same CFM).
I'm talking about comparing identical sized fans....obviously if you use a larger fan, you get more air flow... :wink:
by aussie cylon
Mon Dec 09, 2019 7:06 am
Forum: Finishing
Topic: RPM or CFM?
Replies: 8
Views: 29996

Re: RPM or CFM?

Yes....I tend to agree with the CFM being more important.....however....if you want a quieter fan, then RPM would probably be what you're after. Lower RPM with higher CFM would have more pitch on the blades which would tend to slap the air....causing excessive noise. On the other hand, higher RPM wi...
by aussie cylon
Mon Nov 18, 2019 1:13 am
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: Any experience with EL wire?
Replies: 6
Views: 20446

Re: Any experience with EL wire?

The ones I got from ebay emit absolutely no noise whatsoever.
by aussie cylon
Sun Nov 17, 2019 2:05 pm
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: Any experience with EL wire?
Replies: 6
Views: 20446

Re: Any experience with EL wire?

You can get it on ebay for about $4. Runs on 3 volts, (2 x AA batteries), and no heat emitting from it. Different colours too. I bought a few and was thinking of using it for some UFO models, but have yet to do it. Really cool stuff....
by aussie cylon
Sun Jun 30, 2019 7:30 am
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Dust when airbrushing
Replies: 10
Views: 37156

Re: Dust when airbrushing

Wug wrote: Sun Jun 30, 2019 2:11 am
If you want a flawless deep gloss finish that wins at model car contests, you might need a wife or a maid.
You mean they're not the same? :wink:
by aussie cylon
Tue Apr 16, 2019 3:37 pm
Forum: Construction
Topic: Micro Kristal (not so) Klear !!!
Replies: 11
Views: 40212

Re: Micro Kristal (not so) Klear !!!

If you're familiar with this kit, you will immediately notice that this has been extensively modified. Too many modifications to mention here, but suffice to say, I did A LOT. Maybe I should post this WIP build up in "On The Bench"...... Well.....I did. I've started "PLAN 9 FROM OUTE...
by aussie cylon
Tue Apr 16, 2019 3:51 am
Forum: Construction
Topic: Micro Kristal (not so) Klear !!!
Replies: 11
Views: 40212

Re: Micro Kristal (not so) Klear !!!

OK guys, time for an update on how my dials turned out. To say that I'm thrilled with the results is an understatement. I just noticed that my original post link to my photo is dead, so here is what I started out with: https://www.flickr.com/photos/109040522@N02/46704991335/in/album-7215770656162610...
by aussie cylon
Mon Apr 15, 2019 3:13 am
Forum: Construction
Topic: Micro Kristal (not so) Klear !!!
Replies: 11
Views: 40212

Re: Micro Kristal (not so) Klear !!!

widget wrote: Sat Apr 13, 2019 10:03 pm After a little digging,I found this page for you:
http://aussiemodeller.com.au/pages/Revi ... delit.html
When I click on your link, it takes me to the page, but when I click on the link mentioned in the article, it's a dead link......too bad, it sounds promising :(
by aussie cylon
Sat Apr 13, 2019 9:14 pm
Forum: Construction
Topic: Micro Kristal (not so) Klear !!!
Replies: 11
Views: 40212

Re: Micro Kristal (not so) Klear !!!

Thanks for the comments and tips guys. But I've solved my problem....yeah, I pulled out the dials and dashboard, and started again. :| I'm using the Kristal Klear to glue new dials onto a sheet of clear plastic, face down, so the clear plastic is the 'lens' when flipped over. Hopefully this will loo...
by aussie cylon
Sat Apr 13, 2019 6:45 am
Forum: Construction
Topic: Micro Kristal (not so) Klear !!!
Replies: 11
Views: 40212

Re: Micro Kristal (not so) Klear !!!

Well, I've got this thing hanging in front of the heater at the moment, so hopefully it would dry a bit and actually do what it's supposed to do...turn Kristal Klear...!! It's been a cuppla days now, and I haven't seen any improvement, so I think I just stuffed up a real nice modified ufo model. ](*...
by aussie cylon
Fri Apr 12, 2019 3:34 am
Forum: Construction
Topic: Micro Kristal (not so) Klear !!!
Replies: 11
Views: 40212

Micro Kristal (not so) Klear !!!

Hi all, I've been real busy totally modifying an old Lindberg UFO model, the same as used in the movie "Plan 9 From Outer Space". Really happy with the modifications I did. A lot of led and fibre optic lighting etc. I'm in a bit of a rush to finish this for the Sandown Model Expo which is ...
by aussie cylon
Sun Jul 15, 2018 11:18 pm
Forum: Construction
Topic: My pets story,1:18 Koenigsegg One 1 carbon blue
Replies: 4
Views: 19568

Re: My pets story,1:18 Koenigsegg One 1 carbon blue

All jokes aside, I seriously love your work, absolutely brilliant.
by aussie cylon
Sat Jul 14, 2018 9:10 pm
Forum: Construction
Topic: My pets story,1:18 Koenigsegg One 1 carbon blue
Replies: 4
Views: 19568

Re: My pets story,1:18 Koenigsegg One 1 carbon blue

That is excellent work. Love the paint and details. Now if you can perhaps add a cuppla wings, some rocket engines hanging off the rear, maybe some NASA decals and some landing gear, it will feel right at home at a sci-fi forum...!!! :D
by aussie cylon
Fri Jun 22, 2018 7:43 pm
Forum: Scratchbuilding
Topic: Looking for small rocket nozzles?
Replies: 9
Views: 32761

Re: Looking for small rocket nozzles?

Thanks for the tip. I've been looking for nozzles and these are perfect for my scratchbuilding stuff. Never seen them before....awesome..
by aussie cylon
Wed Jun 06, 2018 2:52 am
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Weathering/paint chipping&rusting effects
Replies: 12
Views: 35556

Re: Weathering/paint chipping&rusting effects

How's the hair spay one work?I've heard about it. Go on youtube and search it . Heaps of tutorials about it. I've also heard of using Vaseline, (or thick grease). Apply small amounts to wherever you want the base colour to show, spray on the topcoat, then simply wipe away the vaseline. Paint won't ...
by aussie cylon
Mon Mar 19, 2018 1:46 am
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Adhesive-backed Foil
Replies: 7
Views: 21302

Re: Adhesive-backed Foil

I've also heard of another technique. You cut a small piece of BMF to cover the part you want chrome. There is a very small amount of overlap around the part. Stick the BMF down over the part. You then proceed to paint the car body, (for example), then use thinner to very gently dissolve the paint o...
by aussie cylon
Wed Jan 31, 2018 6:01 pm
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: Drill bits for Fiber Optics
Replies: 7
Views: 25973

Re: Drill bits for Fiber Optics

Just go on eBay and search "jobber drill bits"
Cheap as chips and come in various sizes. Delivered to your door for a dollar!!!
by aussie cylon
Fri Jan 12, 2018 4:10 am
Forum: Construction
Topic: Adhering Removable CAD Print Templates On Styrene
Replies: 6
Views: 19939

Re: Adhering Removable CAD Print Templates On Styrene

very thin double sided tape.
by aussie cylon
Wed Dec 06, 2017 9:31 pm
Forum: Construction
Topic: using "bluestuff" for first time
Replies: 7
Views: 26651

Re: using "bluestuff" for first time

Yes, I have waited for the first half to completely harden before putting the second half over it. But I think the problem is, I'm putting it on way too thick.
by aussie cylon
Sat Dec 02, 2017 7:16 pm
Forum: Construction
Topic: using "bluestuff" for first time
Replies: 7
Views: 26651

Re: using "bluestuff" for first time

If you are ensconcing a part into a big wad and then trying to cut it open, then it is just not going to work. Ummm, yep, that's what I've been doing. I'm trying to cast up some rocket thrusters, so I'm filling in the inside empty section with the bluestuff, then when it sets, I put more bluestuff ...
by aussie cylon
Sat Dec 02, 2017 6:34 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Extracting paint from a spray can
Replies: 8
Views: 21215

Re: Extracting paint from a spray can

Or you can try placing the can and a sharp screwdriver in a sturdy clear plastic bag and pierce it using a sharp blow from a hammer. If there's no pressure, you can simply empty the paint into a container. If there is pressure, at least the paint explodes inside the bag and not all over you. You can...
by aussie cylon
Wed Nov 22, 2017 9:51 pm
Forum: Construction
Topic: using "bluestuff" for first time
Replies: 7
Views: 26651

Re: using "bluestuff" for first time

OK, I tried the bluestuff, and it was a total failure. Not just once, not even twice. I reckon I tried about 4 or 5 times before giving up. The problem is its too hard when it sets, so I couldn't even cut it with a new blade. For a simple one part mold, it would work great, but not for a two part. I...
by aussie cylon
Thu Nov 16, 2017 4:33 am
Forum: Construction
Topic: using "bluestuff" for first time
Replies: 7
Views: 26651

using "bluestuff" for first time

Hi all, Just wondering if anyone here has used "bluestuff" by Greenstuff World? I have bought an 8 piece pack along with their Greenstuff Putty. Watched their own "how to" videos on their website, but they use Milliput instead of their own putty :? Just wondering if anyone here h...