Xeostar 815 Posted October 12, 2021 Vallejo Air paints - Gunmetal Grey backed with black for the Astute vs backed with silver then black on the Zahhak (I think that is right). 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alvinlwh 5895 Posted October 12, 2021 Well, while not quite custom colors per say, I always try to add a little special to my models when possible. On the surface, they look normal until under UV light. Absima Paintz Fluo Yellow Absima Paintz Fluo Pink Gundam paint markers Vallejo Game Air Polished Gold 72.755 backed with Game Air Black 72.751. My latest Thunder Dragon is prepainted, but still I added a little of my "usual touch" to it. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Blista 1519 Posted October 12, 2021 Translucent purple PS45 backed with gunmetal PS23 then black PS5. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
moffman 5752 Posted October 12, 2021 3 hours ago, Qed296 said: Out of the sun.... Very similar? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
moffman 5752 Posted October 12, 2021 These are two different Optimas the first one I built (the one sitting on the box) way back when it was originally re released but stupidly I sold it and instantly regretted it although I did buy a second hand avante with the money I got for it! but I then I got a fantastic deal on the second one and decided to do a homage to my first one because I just loved the colour combination! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
topforcein 1764 Posted October 12, 2021 4 hours ago, Qed296 said: Hi, can anybody advise me on replicating this Ford colour. Ford Neuveo Red (metallic) Looks like magenta (flat) but when the sun hits it its really shiny and the metallic shows through. Pic here is in the sun. You will be able to get that custom mixed if you go to a automotive paint supplier or if you live in the UK try halfords Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Qed296 249 Posted October 13, 2021 I've got plenty off touch up pens and aerosol cans in the correct colour but its no good for polycarbonate shells....shame as it will just crack and peel off. Cheers anyway. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Qed296 249 Posted October 13, 2021 9 hours ago, moffman said: Very similar? Thats a good looking red.....how did you achieve that? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
moffman 5752 Posted October 13, 2021 48 minutes ago, Qed296 said: Thats a good looking red.....how did you achieve that? Translucent red PS37 backed with bright metallic gun metal PS63 then white PS1 obviously just make sure each colour is evenly covering the body you don't want any of the individual colours showing through! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Qed296 249 Posted October 13, 2021 Can you remember how many coats of the ps37 you did?? Be my first time using translucent spray so don't want to mess it up.... Any other pics of the shell?? Looks like ill be getting some ps63 as yours looks redder/deeper Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Willy iine 18806 Posted October 13, 2021 The green is a custom color I mixed.. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Qed296 249 Posted October 13, 2021 So I've ordered ps37 ps48 & ps5 but now I've seen the effect of ps63 over the Translucent Red (ps37) I'm thinking of ordering a ps63 to darken the red down a notch as it looks a good match, not as bright.... but would backing it off with the black (ps5) make it darker again?? Ill try some with white (ps1) to compare as suggested. The paints going to cost more than the shell 🤣🤣 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Goudar 526 Posted October 13, 2021 16 hours ago, moffman said: These are two different Optimas the first one I built (the one sitting on the box) way back when it was originally re released but stupidly I sold it and instantly regretted it although I did buy a second hand avante with the money I got for it! but I then I got a fantastic deal on the second one and decided to do a homage to my first one because I just loved the colour combination! How did you achive that orange ? Seems pretty vivid. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
topforcein 1764 Posted October 13, 2021 9 hours ago, Qed296 said: I've got plenty off touch up pens and aerosol cans in the correct colour but its no good for polycarbonate shells....shame as it will just crack and peel off. Cheers anyway. both shells are painted using automotive paint the first is deep impact ford blue that i got mixed by a supplyers and the second was mixed by specialist paint the same that edd from wheeler dealers used on the ford pop they did and they have not chip'ed or cracked if you think that then try what you have on a scrap piece Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Qed296 249 Posted October 13, 2021 Really, thats interesting. I was always lead to believe automotive paint didn't adhere to the inside of the polycarbonate shells. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nwc100 462 Posted October 13, 2021 i did a test with some Auto paint, I found it stuck fine but as soon as a bent the test bottles I tested it on it began to crack, for a shelf queen it probably will be fine, if it’s being run then from my experience I’d say not. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Qed296 249 Posted October 13, 2021 This will be a static model, there was a escort cosworth for sale on ebay a while back that was replica of a monte carlo. The jewel ultra violet was bang on, unfortunately never got a reply when i asked if it was polycarbonate paint or automotive spray. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
silvertriple 3557 Posted October 13, 2021 Blue : Translucent blue, silver, black Grey : Bright gun metal 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
moffman 5752 Posted October 13, 2021 6 hours ago, Goudar said: How did you achive that orange ? Seems pretty vivid. Its actually copper backed with black 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Goudar 526 Posted October 14, 2021 On 10/12/2021 at 11:00 PM, Xeostar said: Vallejo Air paints - Gunmetal Grey backed with black for the Astute vs backed with silver then black on the Zahhak (I think that is right). Really great gold/gunmetal combo. Is it an MCI decals set ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nwc100 462 Posted October 14, 2021 @Qed296 If it’s a static model then it probably will be ok, my understanding is the auto paint doesn’t flex well so when it gets bashed it will crack, if it’s sitting on a shelf then it should be ok and maybe easier to get the correct colour in auto paint. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Qed296 249 Posted October 14, 2021 I'm going to go for ps paint, not worth the risk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andyfish2000 104 Posted October 14, 2021 My Airbrushed Viper: \ 8 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TurnipJF 9192 Posted October 14, 2021 19 hours ago, Qed296 said: Really, thats interesting. I was always lead to believe automotive paint didn't adhere to the inside of the polycarbonate shells. As I am discovering with the restoration of my brother-in-law's full-size Mini, there are many different kinds of automotive paints with different chemical compositions, adhesion properties, flex characteristics, etc. I would be very surprised if it was not the case that some automotive paints stick very well polycarbonate, while others flake off almost immediately. It would be a case of experimenting to find the right kind of automotive paint for your purposes. I would perhaps start my search with those formulated for use on bumpers and other plastic mouldings? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alvinlwh 5895 Posted October 14, 2021 3 hours ago, TurnipJF said: I would be very surprised if it was not the case that some automotive paints stick very well polycarbonate, while others flake off almost immediately. It would be a case of experimenting to find the right kind of automotive paint for your purposes. I would perhaps start my search with those formulated for use on bumpers and other plastic mouldings? Problem is most paints are meant to be on top of a primer coat, which has the best adhesion, something that is not possible on a clear shell. If you want to go primer route, and paint on the outside, then it will be a different situation. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites