Bommer's Bench

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  1. Gary

    Gary Wants more time for modelling.... Staff Member Administrator

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    Just wondering if you have stripped paint off models using brake fluid ?? I have read that it has good results, but then again, it depends on the compound of the plastic the model has been made of... :whatever:

    I'm guessing that the repaint will be BR green ?? Will you be using Humbrol RC 405 ?? Or have you another brand/colour ?? I'm looking forward to your airbrushing skills. :thumbup:

    In regards to new decals, who's decals do you recommend or are you using ??

    Cheers, Gary.
     
  2. paul_l

    paul_l Staff Member Administrator

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    All hail the wonders of Yee Olde Dettol

    The Dettol loosens the paint, it does not dissolve it.

    A stiff brush loosens the paint,
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    just keep dipping back into the dettol tank, then repeat until all paint is removed

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    Then rub on neat washing up liquid before washing in water - and voila
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    And it worked on the Lima's as well
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    Result just let them dry and ready for painting - oh hum.......

    The Dettol will be left to stand for a couple of days, then passed through a coffee filter, before putting back into the bottles for next time.

    Paul
     
  3. Toto

    Toto I'm best ignored Staff Member Founder Administrator

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    Job done then.
    Now, ........ I fear the airbrush is ready to go into overdrive :avatar:........ but ........ what colours does one detect ?
     
  4. paul_l

    paul_l Staff Member Administrator

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    Hi Gary and Toto

    Colour will be either Maroon or Crimson.

    I have a Precision P108 BR Dull Maroon, but it is an Enamel - as this will be painted indoors, it may not be the best choice.
    I also have a Humbrol 20 Crimson, not the right colour, but after weathering we'll see how it looks, after all the Replica's looked too bright but after a black wash toned down nicely.

    Transfers - if I can find them, will be HMRS Presfix sheet 14

    http://www.ehattons.com/56222/Gaugemaster_Controls_14P_HMRS_locomotive_and_coach_numbers_and_logos_press_fix/StockDetail.aspx

    As for airbrush skills, this will be more a how not to.....:avatar:

    Paul
     
  5. Toto

    Toto I'm best ignored Staff Member Founder Administrator

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    A video would be good Paul. Especially on how to get the paint / thinners mix right.
    cheers
    toto
     
  6. paul_l

    paul_l Staff Member Administrator

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    Oh forgot to mention - when working the paint off, make sure to wear gloves, remeber the paint is just loosened off, so will now stick to your hands really really well.... don't ask. :avatar:

    And remember to clean the sink before the boss returns, and put the dishes away before you start - otherwise you have to wash them again - again don't ask :avatar:

    Paul
     
  7. Toto

    Toto I'm best ignored Staff Member Founder Administrator

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    :avatar: You'll be popular.
     
  8. paul_l

    paul_l Staff Member Administrator

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    Yeah, extra brownie points, I did the dishes and washed the sink without any prodding, see all that money and time spent traing the dog is starting to pay off - at least one of us listened, pity it wasn't the dog :avatar:
     
  9. Gary

    Gary Wants more time for modelling.... Staff Member Administrator

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    So, I guess you will be doing the dishes again tonight then...? :avatar:

    Cheers, Gary.
     
  10. Toto

    Toto I'm best ignored Staff Member Founder Administrator

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    Very domesticated.
     
  11. tanygaer

    tanygaer Full Member

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    Toto wrote:
    It was Detol not Demestos used
     
  12. paul_l

    paul_l Staff Member Administrator

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    After a long discussion with the dog, he's passed on a few tips.

    Main one, just get it right occationally, you get more treats that way, so I think I will need Morag to show me again how its done properly

    Paul
     
  13. Toto

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    :avatar:

    How do you do that again dear :avatar: show me one more time
     
  14. Gary

    Gary Wants more time for modelling.... Staff Member Administrator

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    No Toto, it goes something like this,

    "Now sit Paul, sit. Good boy, now roll over..."

    "Does Paul want a treat ?. No, no, get down, sit ! You won't get that A4 if your not a good boy...":avatar::avatar:

    Cheers, Gary.
     
  15. Toto

    Toto I'm best ignored Staff Member Founder Administrator

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  16. paul_l

    paul_l Staff Member Administrator

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    Damn, I knew I should have disconnected the web cam
     
  17. Toto

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    Rings a bell actually. ........ And it works ........ I get lots of treats.:avatar:
     
  18. paul_l

    paul_l Staff Member Administrator

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    Toto, when the bell rings, youre supposed to bark, sheesh you'll never get past Mutt 101.

    Shinies arrived

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    Flush glazing from South Eastern Finecast.

    Paul
     
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    tanygaer Full Member

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    They need scratching and graffiti added before fitting, never been on a train where the windows could be seen through, and have often enjoyed what reading what Paul did to Tina

    :bleep6::bleep6::bleep6::bleep6::bleep6::bleep6::bleep6::bleep6::bleep6:
     
  20. Toto

    Toto I'm best ignored Staff Member Founder Administrator

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    Ahhhhh ....... Very good. All set to go then. When does the airbrushing start ? You must be champing at the bit now.
     

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