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Post by dogfish7 on May 1, 2014 6:16:25 GMT -5
Been wanting to try an old barn find build for awhile now. This will be a '36 5 Window Ford AMT ERTL # 6924. Going to use the salt method with acrylic paints. Started out with Dupli Color Red Primer.
Then yesterday, shot 6 shades of AK Rust Set.
So here's how she sits for now.
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Post by desertmodeler on May 1, 2014 8:50:36 GMT -5
That's looking ace already. Looking forward to watching the rust evolve. Will you be corroding the brightwork too? I've always wanted to see how that's done.
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Post by dogfish7 on May 2, 2014 8:01:25 GMT -5
Thanks. My plan is to use the salt method and add a few top coats for a Gasser Style paint job. So yes, allot of the lighter rust will show through. My first try, so cross your fingers.
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Post by Admin on May 2, 2014 13:20:55 GMT -5
Looks pretty cool so far. I love when the base rust coats are on, means the fun stuff is ahead.
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Post by dogfish7 on May 3, 2014 7:12:22 GMT -5
Yes, still have to complete the chassis and suspension, as well as the interior and motor.
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Post by johnt on May 4, 2014 11:27:30 GMT -5
Looks cool so far! Dr Cranky uses the salt tech to do some amazing finishes on old cars.
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Post by dogfish7 on May 4, 2014 12:19:54 GMT -5
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Post by johnt on May 5, 2014 8:54:08 GMT -5
Very interesting! I'm intrigued by that gauze foam technique, never seen that before. Thanks for sharing that link, Bruce.
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Post by Admin on May 5, 2014 9:16:35 GMT -5
First I have heard of it too. Might have to give it a go one of these days.
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Post by dogfish7 on May 6, 2014 1:07:33 GMT -5
Tried it by peeling the green pad off a kitchen sponge, then pulling it apart. It separated into 2 halves. Looks like used dryer sheets could work as well, if taped to a wire holder, to keep it's shape.
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Post by Admin on May 6, 2014 7:51:32 GMT -5
I use a very course pad that can be found at places like Homedepot. I have mine from when I did the technique back in Germany over ten years ago. I brought back a large piece and it's lasted til now. Going to have to buy more soon.
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Post by desertmodeler on May 9, 2014 9:33:38 GMT -5
Great idea which I'll look forward to experimenting with. Thanks for the link.
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Post by dogfish7 on May 10, 2014 6:21:59 GMT -5
Glad you enjoyed it guys. Here's a couple more. Should have some update pics soon.
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Post by Admin on May 10, 2014 10:44:09 GMT -5
She looks great just like that, just needs a couple of coats of gloss and she's ready for the road.
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Post by dogfish7 on May 10, 2014 14:30:54 GMT -5
Thanks, but she has a ways to go.  Worked on the chassis and upgraded the suspension with traction bars, shocks rear end out of the Willys kit.
Also decided to go with Comp Resin 60s Hallibrands and reversed rear Drag rims, along with Race Master Pie Crust slicks and Pirelli 60s Nostalgic front tires.
The interior is Cammo brown and the engine will be a Cadillac with 6 deuces.
Most of the base colors are all on and she's ready to start the weathering process.
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Worked on the chassis and upgraded the suspension with traction bars, shocks rear end out of the Willys kit.
