3x Slave 1 Model Kit Builds with Archive-X

[skahtul]

For streaking; I use the lead of a pencil (grinded to a fine dust almost) then apply it with a fine make-up Q-Tip. Total control and if you don't like it; an eraser will do the trick Thanks a bunch for an extensive tuto/paint tricks and results

Thanks for the tip, I will have to give that a try. If anyone has any recommendations on gluing down canopies or getting them clear again I am all ears... I really had a hard time and could not get this canopy to stick.. I tried normal cement and the crystal clear gorilla glue, then while I was messing with it I scratched it then tried to buff it out and really it pretty much went downhill from there

I always have issues trying to get parts down after painting as I find it difficult to clean the areas enough to really get things to stick.

 

[skahtul]

Now, onto the rear section! This is basically the same process and colors I used previously so I won't go into a lot of details. I did make a few adjustments though. I used Light Green, mixed 50/50 Rust and Boxcar Red for the engine shrouds, I used the color Mud on the upper part of the win strut and finally misted it the same way I did the upper section with Dark Grime followed by Concrete.

That Reefer White over the Armour Yellow really gives you that creamy color:

And finally, the interior is painted and installed. Now you can see why I usually black our my canopies

 

[skahtul]

And here it is, messed up canopy and all. At least I think the display worked out.

 

[Analyzer]

Love the final results.

As far as the canopy, you can use Tamiya polishing compound/clothes (or similar if you find something at a home improvement/craft store)

This video covers the process pretty nicely

even if you don;t go through all 3 levels of polish, you will see a notable difference after the first

You can also try dipping it in "Future"

branded like this last time I saw

Pledge Multi-Surface 798 ml 27 oz Floor Finish

Pledge With Future Shine Floor Cleaner provides a beautifully transparent and long-lasting shine that will withstand heavy traffic areas without turning yellow Pledge with Future Shine helps to restore old flooring and prevents dirt and dust from getting trapped in minuscule grooves.

www.opensky.com

 

[joberg]

Yep...some heavy breathing by our friend BF in that cockpit It's fixable for sure as Analyser said it: Tamiya polishing compound

 

[skahtul]

Yep...some heavy breathing by our friend BF in that cockpit It's fixable for sure as Analyser said it: Tamiya polishing compound

Nice!!

 

[skahtul]

Love the final results.

As far as the canopy, you can use Tamiya polishing compound/clothes (or similar if you find something at a home improvement/craft store)

This video covers the process pretty nicely

even if you don;t go through all 3 levels of polish, you will see a notable difference after the first

You can also try dipping it in "Future"

branded like this last time I saw

Pledge Multi-Surface 798 ml 27 oz Floor Finish

Pledge With Future Shine Floor Cleaner provides a beautifully transparent and long-lasting shine that will withstand heavy traffic areas without turning yellow Pledge with Future Shine helps to restore old flooring and prevents dirt and dust from getting trapped in minuscule grooves.

www.opensky.com

Thank you, I will snag some of that for sure.