63/64 Impala (current issue)

Modeling Subjects Autos
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Congrats to Karl on another feature in the current issue. The Impala looks awesome and I always learn so much from your build logs. Thanks Dogg!

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Thanks again Hercmech!

I just saw your comment in Manny’s post and had to thank you personally in this thread. I appreciate it, sincerely. [:)]

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You are most welcome… always good to see one of “us” get published and get a wider recognition than here on the forums.

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Best and most interesting article in the entire issue.

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Thanks, Mike! That’s so kind of you! [:)]

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Im fairly new to modeling. I read the article on the weathered impala (very nice) and have a question. The article mentions acrylic paints for the weathered look. I only have experience with enamels and RustAll. So, whats the advantage of acrylics and how do I use them for my next project a Rat Rod Truck. Thanks.

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Sumok,

Thanks for the compliment, and I’m glad you liked the article. [:)]

There is an advantage in using acrylics in that you can use oil washes over the acrylic without fear of paint lift. That’s the main advantage.

Also–unlike enamels, acrylics don’t have to “gas out”. It takes enamels a few days or more–sometimes weeks, actually–to “gas out” and properly cure. If you can still smell the smell of an enamel coat, you know it’s not done drying yet.

I don’t like Rustall because I don’t think it’s easy enough to manipulate the results. and prefer to simulate rust with the methods I’ve developed.

As for how to use acrylics, well…you just “use 'em”?! Not sure how you mean your question? Tamiya acrylics are my favorite, but I understand that they may be hard to get right now due to earthquake damage in Japan? Still, you can just thin them and spray them like enamels. You WILL get better results for car models however with lacquers. The finishes are much better; brighter, more durable, and very smooth.