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Post by Joel_W on Feb 23, 2021 6:59:40 GMT -8
Ismael,
For a build that you aren't thrilled with, you're doing an exceptional job on it.
joel
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Post by tatocorvette on Mar 6, 2021 20:02:05 GMT -8
Hello, This is only a test. I polished the roof. I can start now polishing the rest of the car. A bit hard to photograph but you get the idea. Yep, it is a SYLVANIA bulb    Thanks, Ismael |
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Post by Joel_W on Mar 7, 2021 6:14:14 GMT -8
Ismael,
Wow!! that's one heck of a mile deep shine.
Are you polishing by hand or machine, and if so what machine as I can't find one that's perfect for polishing plastic. And naturally, what polishes are you using?
joel
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Post by Chris K. Hale on Mar 7, 2021 7:27:42 GMT -8
I had been thinking about the white wax/powder build up in the door, hood, trunk etc. lines on several of my builds, then one day at the Dollar Store I see a Toothbrush made from Bamboo fibers, kind of grey looking bristles, Soft grade and interesting. I brought it home and tried it..it works great , doesnt get build up on the bristles, doesnt scratch the paint and does the job. For a Buck it was a good investment, give one a try... Chris
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Post by Joel_W on Mar 7, 2021 9:35:27 GMT -8
Chris,
Thanks for the tip. I've been experimenting with plain water through my air brush which does work to some degree.
joel
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Post by arcticwolf on Mar 7, 2021 11:41:53 GMT -8
Meguiares Ultimate and a soft cloth, no wax.
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Post by tatocorvette on Mar 7, 2021 16:01:01 GMT -8
Hello,
Thanks guys!
Joel, my machine is powered by elbow grease. It is all by hand. My polishing method has been developed and tuned over the years. I started with George Bojaciuk's method about 20 years ago and modified it to my needs.
In this case, after the clear was dry for a few weeks, I wet-sanded using the 4000 pad. In this case I skipped the 6000, 8000 and 12,000 (in a serious plastic model I'd go all the way up to 12,000). Then I polished using Meguiar's #2 Fine Cut Cleaner, followed by Meguiar's #9 Swirl Remover, followed by Meguiar's #7 Show Car Glaze. At the end I do a final cleanup with BMF plastic polish to remove any residue.
For buildup in the panel lines, I sharpen a toothpick to a little blade that is very fine but flexible.
Occasionally, after a model is done I may do a final waxing with Liquid Glass wax.
Thanks,
Ismael
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Post by Joel_W on Mar 8, 2021 6:20:17 GMT -8
Ismael,
I use the same machine as you do, but I silly as it seems, I'm not that consistent throughout the entire polishing process. I've seen some of the better modelers on You Tube use a polisher not a hand electric drill with amazing results. I'm thinking of looking at the better women's finger nail polishing machines.
I've been using the 3 part Gravity system plus their wax, and ran out of 2 of the 3 compounds, so I bought the Novus system as the Gravity system is just nuts in price. The Novus works ok, but a step or two below what I would get with the Gravity system. I'm going to head on over to one of my local Auto stores and pick up those compounds that you use. Plus I can use it on my coupe.
joel
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Post by tatocorvette on Mar 11, 2021 18:32:25 GMT -8
Hello, Interior is nothing to write home about. So I painted black and tinted the glass to hide it as much as possible. Added seatbelts.   I better hurry because the more I work on this the more I dislike it... Thanks, Ismael |
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Post by jimc7 on Mar 12, 2021 7:04:28 GMT -8
Nothing to dislike from here, looking really good! Black interiors are the way to go on Vettes anyway, no distractions!
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Post by tatocorvette on Mar 12, 2021 7:07:46 GMT -8
Thank you Jim!
This car is so nice it deserves a proper kit.
Thanks,
Ismael
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Post by Joel_W on Mar 12, 2021 11:30:59 GMT -8
Ismael,
Agreed on a C8R kit. Because of you, I've been really thinking about starting to buy, collect, and even build some Corvettes. Coming from a Ford & Porsche guy, I could get into a whole lot of trouble for that confession.
joel
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Post by tatocorvette on Mar 12, 2021 11:53:27 GMT -8
Ismael, Agreed on a C8R kit. Because of you, I've been really thinking about starting to buy, collect, and even build some Corvettes. Coming from a Ford & Porsche guy, I could get into a whole lot of trouble for that confession. joel  Welcome home Brother! Welcome home!!!  Thanks, Ismael |
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Post by arcticwolf on Mar 12, 2021 15:52:26 GMT -8
I like Corvettes. My brother-in-law has a better than new 77 in his garage that he never drives. I am extremely jealous.  |
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Post by Joel_W on Mar 12, 2021 16:13:35 GMT -8
Paul,
Is it just a show car? I hate to think that it never sees the light of day.
joel
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