Great video Craig! Good timing since I bought the flames for my Fire Chief build because I saw your ghost flames in your last video. I gave you credit for the idea even though I really messed up your channel name. Sorry, I did put the correct name in the description. Thank you 😎👍
@@theintake8961 I let the clear dry for at least 4-5 days. I start out with 4000 or 6000 grit polishing pads depending on how smooth it dried. I sand very lightly, especially around peaks and curves. Then 8000, and 12000. I squeeze out the pads good after dipping in the water and just barely wet the surface. I do not allow too much water and definitely don't let it pool. I do have a Createx Clear Tutorial as well. I think I'll try to show my wet sanding process on my next build, the Revell 1970 Torino.
Would that work with spray can paint also? or is it too thick? I could see some flame edges when you pulled up, I wondered if that edge be worse with rattle can paint?
If you spray light enough coats, spray cans should work fine. There were some edges, but I think I showed that I lightly sanded them down. The same can be done using spray cans.
Never bought from that company... does each type car have it's own flames? Or just a generic flame and you make it fit your body? Like if you had the 66 Nova, do they have 66 Nova flames? Thanks, still watching.
They have a few specific ones, like 30 and 32 Fords, Tri-5 Chevy's and a few more. Most are generic though. Check out their ebay store or Iceman Collections has some on his website too.
Looks amazing!! Love that blue! What was the mixing ratio for the clear blue paint and PSI you sprayed it at ? Oh,needle size on airbrush? I have a set of those flames for a 49 Merc. Going to give it a go. Thanks. Al.
Thanks! I didn't really measure the ratio, so I'm not sure. My best guess would be 60% paint to 40% thinner. I used my homemade thinner also, which consists of 3 parts distilled water, 1 part 91% isopropyl alcohol and 4-5 drops of glycerin per 8 oz. batch. I use the Gaahleri GHAD-39 airbrush with the .38 needle at 22-25 psi.
Thanks for the info. You used the glycerin to prevent tip dry? I have that airbrush! Just getting use to it, been practicing and watching videos like yours. It helps! Thanks again!
@@nitroAl67 No problem! Yes, the glycerin is slippery stuff and even just 4-5 drops in an 8 ounce batch of thinner helps keep the tip lubricated. I wouldn't use much more than that ratio though, it starts affecting consistency and drying time.
