DaveJL Posted June 17, 2012 Author Share Posted June 17, 2012 Just ordered some Flory Models wash for the jet. Anyone used these washes before? Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyC Posted June 17, 2012 Share Posted June 17, 2012 (edited) Yes Dave, Flory washes are nice - should go a treat for panel line wash. Just make sure the surface is glossy other wise the wash will become a 'stain' Edited June 17, 2012 by AndyC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveJL Posted June 17, 2012 Author Share Posted June 17, 2012 Yes Dave, Flory washes are nice - should go a treat for panel line wash. Just make sure the surface is glossy other wise the wash will become a 'stain' Thanks Andy. I've covered the jet in 2 coats of vallejo gloss so I'm hoping that will be enough! Once it's on i'll seal it all in with a flat coat to give it that worn look. Hopefully! Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parabat Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 This is looking great Dave, really nice work you've done.I use the Flory models washes, they are good for highlighting panels and weathering. Two coats of gloss? You should be fine! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveJL Posted June 20, 2012 Author Share Posted June 20, 2012 This is looking great Dave, really nice work you've done.I use the Flory models washes, they are good for highlighting panels and weathering. Two coats of gloss? You should be fine! Thanks mate. Hasn't turned out too bad after all the building issues! Think there's three thin gloss coats actually Hopefully the wash will arrive today so I can crack on with it! Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wellzy Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 Nice one Dave realy looks the part wellzy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveJL Posted June 20, 2012 Author Share Posted June 20, 2012 Nice one Dave realy looks the part wellzy Thanks Wellzy, about to crack on with this wash. Wish me luck! Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich F Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 Looking good Dave, I'm still sanding and fililing mine... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveJL Posted June 20, 2012 Author Share Posted June 20, 2012 (edited) Looking good Dave, I'm still sanding and fililing mine... I know the feeling mate. I spent about 3 full days trying to get it right. Still don't think it is, but i lost patience with it!! Dave Edited June 20, 2012 by DaveJL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parabat Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 Oh yeah, forgot to say, do add a drop or two of dishwash liquid to the wash, it really breaks the surface tension and gets the pigment into the lines. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveJL Posted June 20, 2012 Author Share Posted June 20, 2012 Good bit of progress to report. The Flory Models wash arrived first thing this morning, so on it went: Brushed on in a circular motion, I left it it dry for around an hour. Then out came the kitchen roll and a good supply of saliva to get stuck into the wiping off process. And I have to say, the stuff is brilliant. You can see the wash settling into the panel lines on the wing. After it was all off (took about 30 mins) i applied a few thin coats of Vallejo matt varnish and set about bringing the build together. The fuel tanks, pylons and Litening pod also got a wash: I left the wash a bit heavier around the pylons as these are traditionally 'grubby' areas. After that, In went the FOD cover, the AOA probe covers, ejection seats, HUD, and the Master Pitot tube. I also attached the Litening pod, centre line fuel tank, boarding ladders, horizontal stabilisers and pylons. The model was also given a light dusting of Tamiya weathering pigment just to get that worn, abused look. The wheels are on and will be left to cure for a few days. Next up is the addition of ordnance, RBF tags and a few final bits an pieces. I'm still waiting on a replacement canopy frame to arrive from Lucky Model so all being well this will be completed on Sunday. More to follow. Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jabba Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 That is looking really good there Dave. I have never been able to get along with these fangled wash things, always somehow end up getting under decals even with several coats of Klear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PanzerPaulo Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 FloryModell's wash is good stuff! And that Barak is looking fine!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveJL Posted June 20, 2012 Author Share Posted June 20, 2012 Thanks folks. Quite pleased myself given the hassle it was to build! I have never been able to get along with these fangled wash things, always somehow end up getting under decals even with several coats of Klear. First time I've used a proper wash myself. I'd definitely recommend the Flory Models washes and i'll be buying more! Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveJL Posted June 20, 2012 Author Share Posted June 20, 2012 Oh yeah, forgot to say, do add a drop or two of dishwash liquid to the wash, it really breaks the surface tension and gets the pigment into the lines. Went on pretty well without it mate, but i'll try that next time! Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
racedees Posted June 21, 2012 Share Posted June 21, 2012 That looks great! Nice paintjob also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveJL Posted June 21, 2012 Author Share Posted June 21, 2012 That looks great! Nice paintjob also. Thanks mate. Should have more progress shortly. Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveJL Posted June 21, 2012 Author Share Posted June 21, 2012 Quick update....wheels on and all the ordnance and fuel tanks are now attached: Just the RBF tags and canopy to go on. More soon. Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveJL Posted June 24, 2012 Author Share Posted June 24, 2012 All RBF tags are now on and the kit is essentially finished. As soon as the replacement canopy frame arrives, i'll get that on and that will be this one done and dusted. The cover for the pitot tube is made crudely from some tin foil. A few teasers before RFI, hopefully later this week: Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveJL Posted June 28, 2012 Author Share Posted June 28, 2012 Still waiting on the canopy frame arriving. Hope it's not lost in transit! Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveJL Posted July 1, 2012 Author Share Posted July 1, 2012 Ok so got a bit fed up waiting on the new canopy frame arriving from Hong Kong so i fashioned my own from styrene sheet and putty. Really ought to have thought of it a bit earlier as it worked just fine Kit is now complete Was a beast to get together but i am relatively happy with the result. Looks like an IDF F-16 should- bombed up and ready to go! Thanks to all who helped me during the build with info, tips etc and thanks to all who followed/commented. The finished product is here Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parabat Posted July 1, 2012 Share Posted July 1, 2012 Nice one! Was gonna ask where the frame.was, but good on yer for fashioning one. Looks great bud, no 'fuel tank +1 AIM-9' for those warbirds! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveJL Posted July 1, 2012 Author Share Posted July 1, 2012 Nice one! Was gonna ask where the frame.was, but good on yer for fashioning one. Looks great bud, no 'fuel tank +1 AIM-9' for those warbirds! Knowing my luck, the replacement part will turn up tomorrow IDF machines need to bombed up to the max in my opinion! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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