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I outlined my process on the wood castings on page 1 and metal castings on page 2.
As far as paints, I used the SW acrylic set along with other Vallejo acrylics that I had on hand. The enamels are AK Interactive and Ammo by MIG. Usually get those from Scale Hobbyist.
Tom Mich, I started thinning today and adding details around. I'll take a pic and post later.
If anything looks out of place, chime in.
the oil tank with pump looks like you stole it from chuck doan. how'd you do it?
The lubester came from my parts bin and is not included in the kit. I thought it would be fun to put it next to the home made lubester. This is the 2nd time I have tried the same effect on a similar piece and there is still room for improvement.
Paint color of your choice. I added the logos from the labels included in the kit that I copied onto tissue paper. Use a sponge bit to add rust spots on corners to taste. Brush on a wash of enamel gray, I used "engine grime". Let sit for 1/2 hour or so then lightly dampen brush in spirits and gently brush top to bottom. Let dry overnight. Add some more engine grime and/or a darker gray on top where oil might have accumulated. Let dry overnight. Brush some very small lines top to bottom with a brownish/redish enamel, I used "streaking grime". Let sit 1/2 hour. Dampen brush in spirits and gently brush top to bottom trying to be as straight as possible.
Here is what I would try to improve for the next time:
1) The streaks are too pronounced. I wanted grime and they look a bit like rust in the picture. I can still lighten them up with some spirits even though it has been dried for several days now.
2) I would use some kind of aid to ensure the streaks were straighter.
3) I would have spent more time leveling the pump thing on top.
I think the oil bunker is killer, as is the drum next to it. Those are the first things I noticed when viewing the scenes. You created a similar effect on the cabinet on the side of the structure with outstanding results. The signs are so well done also. I like adding signs as they are easy details that help tell the story of the scene. Even the paint ring on the pallet is a subtle detail that adds so much. Each time I go back to look at the pics I see something new, like the white wall tire under the porch. A real pleasure to view this dio.
I added this fun little detail to the water spigot. I spruced up the engine block with an exhaust manifold, sparkplug wires, etc. It's drying now and soon to be installed. I think its about time to start work on the tow truck and tractor.
I'm also looking for the right inhabitants for this diorama. I have a few selected and a pair of funny additions for the "beware of dog" joke.
very cool detail. i love the spigot.
Engine block and what I believe is a transmission.
Terry
Tow truck under construction.
The truck is coming along. I put the subassemblies together and did a trial placement and I'll be going with the front of the truck going left. Next up is painting then the assemblies can be glued together.
very cool detail. i love the spigot.
i know i posted this a few days ago, but for some reason it's "stuck" in my dialog box and i can't delete it. i figure the only way to clear it is to post it.
Got a color scheme for the truck. Now to start weathering.
May I ask who's kit that truck is from?
Mike S.