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by JTGraphics
Fri Dec 31, 2010 10:33 am
Forum: Construction
Topic: What is meant by growing a model?
Replies: 4
Views: 4229

Hi Go Flight, Thanks for the link that really helps. This will really help me for some future projects. Has anyone ever used this service? If so, please let me know if you were satisfied with the results. I work for a 3D printer and we will beat any valid quote from Printapart. Plus we can go a lot...
by JTGraphics
Mon Jun 13, 2005 7:41 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: decal silver
Replies: 6
Views: 6656

Silvering happends because the finished surface (where the decal is to go) is rough. You should glosscoat your model BEFORE applying decals. Gloss coating makes the model surface smooth. You can even lightly sand the area and re-gloss if you want it super smooth. Having a rough or flat finish allows...
by JTGraphics
Fri Apr 29, 2005 8:40 pm
Forum: Construction
Topic: Bad Primer? Too humid?
Replies: 7
Views: 6914

The primer is acting weird so I guess it's a bad batch. It actually kind of oozes a sticky clear substance from the nozzel. I've thrown it out.
by JTGraphics
Fri Apr 29, 2005 3:42 pm
Forum: Construction
Topic: Bad Primer? Too humid?
Replies: 7
Views: 6914

Bad Primer? Too humid?

I'm trying to finish up a kit for release at Wonderfest but I'm having trouble. The primer seems to be crap. It's as if it's permanently tacky. I even tried to remove it with Easy Off and it didn't quite do the job. Any suggestions on the primer removal? (Duplicolor sandable primer) I'm going to swi...