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Post by rapidtransit on Nov 15, 2015 6:33:54 GMT -6
How would one copper the wheels on the Elegant farmer ............................ ? any ideas .  |
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Post by donculley on Nov 15, 2015 20:44:50 GMT -6
That's a good question. I never tried it, but maybe by mixing some clear red and clear green you could get a brownish tint , I'm sure it would take some experimenting but maybe you could get something close to what you're looking for.
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Post by magnum4342 on Nov 15, 2015 21:17:45 GMT -6
Spray gloss white, then with Krylon copper foil.
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Post by stilljustharley on Nov 16, 2015 5:27:08 GMT -6
Alclad do a decent copper finish.
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Post by Bert on Nov 16, 2015 9:02:08 GMT -6
I have never seen a kit or a built version. If the wheels are chrome, try some Tamiya clear orange over the chrome. You could add some Tamiya smoke (translucent) added to the orange to darken. Of course all should be tried on a scrap chrome wheel or sprue. That's my guess and 2 cents!
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Post by showrodjohn on Nov 18, 2015 5:21:38 GMT -6
Mr Hobby do a Copper paint. I have never used it but I have heard of good results from Military Builders who use it.
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Post by RatRod on Nov 19, 2015 10:52:06 GMT -6
I've tried mixing Tamiya clears without success, they come out weird colors! I'm sure there is some kind of paint that would suffice.
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Post by rapidtransit on Nov 30, 2015 22:32:52 GMT -6
Tryed bare metal foil copper did not work! Next test will be snj copper powder .
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Post by rapidtransit on Jan 25, 2016 10:51:37 GMT -6
Well the S'nJ did not work .....but I did fine super copper powder that polishes out over chrome and clear coat,it might just work.
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Post by 41chevy on Jan 25, 2016 18:31:36 GMT -6
Well the S'nJ did not work .....but I did fine super copper powder that polishes out over chrome and clear coat,it might just work. |
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Post by rapidtransit on Jan 25, 2016 20:02:48 GMT -6
Wow that just might work thank you !
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Post by 41chevy on Jan 25, 2016 21:27:41 GMT -6
Wow that just might work thank you ! You can decant it and spray it with an Air Brush for more control if need be. Paul |
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Post by rapidtransit on Jan 26, 2016 14:27:37 GMT -6
But I'm wondering if I can spray it on model chrome ? the copper paint is a lacquer paint will that eat the chrome or plastic?
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Post by 41chevy on Jan 26, 2016 18:34:46 GMT -6
I have used duplicolor on plastic but always-ALWAYS airbrush it in very light coats. Out of the can or medium to heavy coats by airbrush will cause major ka ka! THe copper can is available separate but a pricey test if it does not work.
The SnJ power works but can you seal it without it running or smearing?
You could go to Micheals Crafts and see if they have the "stained glass" transparent paint in copper.
Or even try COPPER RUB n Buff which is a wax based application. Paul
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Post by rapidtransit on Jan 27, 2016 13:57:33 GMT -6
I think I'll buy the copper Dupli color kit and give it a shot thanks Paul!
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Post by rapidtransit on Jan 29, 2016 23:00:56 GMT -6
Thanks Paul the dupli color worked ,here is proof !  |
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Post by 41chevy on Jan 30, 2016 12:04:32 GMT -6
Thanks Paul the dupli color worked ,here is proof ! EXCELLENT!!! Astro/ Titan tank? You build trucks too? Paul |
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Post by rapidtransit on Jan 30, 2016 13:56:19 GMT -6
Yes I do .......but haven't lately ....lol.
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Post by Bert on Feb 1, 2016 9:39:54 GMT -6
Wow! That did turn out nice. Thanks, I'll have to buy some. You guys kill my wallet.
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Post by rapidtransit on Feb 14, 2016 13:45:09 GMT -6
Will bad news the Dupil - color chewed through the chrome and this is after I sprayed them with Tamiya clear coat.
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Post by 41chevy on Feb 14, 2016 17:50:56 GMT -6
 post a pic please??? |
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Post by rapidtransit on Feb 14, 2016 21:02:30 GMT -6
Sorry I striped the chrome off the wheels already !
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Post by 41chevy on Feb 15, 2016 12:29:57 GMT -6
I was just curious why it didn't react on the test parts but did with the wheels.
The Duplicolor could have reacted with the Tamiya lacquer.
Tamiya is a celulose based lacquer and the Duplicolor is a Tulene / Ketone based lacquer.
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Post by rapidtransit on Feb 16, 2016 15:40:49 GMT -6
the Chrome on the tanks I did were the new amt chrome much thicker then the old MPC chrome,i will Alclad them Chrome them and try again .
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post a pic please???