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[Brian Czeiner]

Throwing this out there to give folks some ideas on how to paint a GTP-D2 for the upcoming Womp Mafia events in January.

 

 

[Don Weaver]

Wow!!

[Richie]

Reallllllllly nice work!

[Mark Onofri]

Did you use a vinal cutter or freehand with tape? Either way, it is A KICKING!!

[Brian Czeiner]

Did you use a vinal cutter or freehand with tape? Either way, it is A KICKING!!

 

I have both an old vinyl cutter and a Cricut from Walmart. Each has its uses. The purple shadow is free hand sharpie.

[Brian Czeiner]

Just adding a few more..

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[Brian Czeiner]

Not done yet...

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[Mike K]

If I may ask, what brand of paint do you use to paint your lexan/polycarbonate bodies.

Thanks

[Brian Czeiner]

I use everything. Spaztix, Createx, Wicked Colors, Faskolor, Racer's Choice, Auto Air, and even Apple Barrel from Walmart. The Apple Barrel needs to be thinned quite a bit. But for fifty cents or a buck per 2 OZ bottle, its worth the aggravation and they have some unique colors. The acrylics can be used in combination with the Spaztix  if you are careful.

 

I use my Eastwood or Harbor Freight airbrushes the most but I do have others. You don't need high end stuff, just practice. Learn to work with it.

[Brian Czeiner]

and so on........

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[Brian Czeiner]

Still more...

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[Mad Mark]

Beautiful paint jobs!

[Brian Czeiner]

You just can't go wrong with the colors of Gulf or Sunoco....

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[Brian Czeiner]

Some old, Some new.

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[Mark Onofri]

The #29 fish scale, honeycomb, snake effect really makes it! Definitely a happening effect.

[Brian Czeiner]

Some new ones.....

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[Mark Onofri]

Not to steal your secrets but,do you use a stencil for the Honey comb like the old school lace they used to use for stencils?

[Brian Czeiner]

Not to steal your secrets but,do you use a stencil for the Honey comb like the old school lace they used to use for stencils?

 

No secrets here. I am glad to share techniques with others.  I use a simple honeycomb lace fabric with a light dusting of spray glue just to make it tacky so it sticks to the body. Too much glue and you get strings/defects in your paint. Put the lace down in the center first and work the wrinkles to the outer edges. On completely flat surfaces, start and one end and work your way to the other end. Always pay attention to keep the original shape of the lace work. Spray your main color in light coats, lift and spray your contrasting color. This technique would work with any type of lace. Use your imagination.

You can use masking tape to create a fan effect or scallop cardstock with a paper punch to create fish scales.

 

Most full size painting techniques can be applied to slot car bodies too.

[Mark Onofri]

Thanks, I was close about the lace. Didn't know about the honey comb lace. The glue is a new twist. Saves it from the foggy effect.
I'm going to try fishnets , If she doesn't notice them missing, I'll let you know how they work as a stencil. No, I'm not going to wear them (Billnh)😶

[Bill from NH]

But you might get them for a buck at your local dollar store, $1.25 if it's a Dollar Tree. 

[Brian Czeiner]

The lace I used was for a wedding veil. It seemed to be the correct scale for the effect I was after. The glue also helps to flatten the lace if you store it folded up like I do.

[Brian Czeiner]

Fresh candy....

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[Don Weaver]

Beautiful blue flames on the TDC car!

[Brian Czeiner]

Beautiful blue flames on the TDC car!

Thank you.  I think next time I will thin the paint a little more and use a #1 needle for a bit more control. Maybe I will get a smoother lateral fade? We will see.

[Mad Mark]

Very sano paint.