Really like you're process for making a vinyl top versus the tape process I've some builders use. You're bare metal foil really brought the finish together!!!!!
When I was in my teens building models was my favorite pass time . I probably had a few hundred of them on the shelves my Dad put up in my room , now being retired I'm getting back into building them again so I been watching a bunch of videos to get some tips & ideas and buying supplies . so much has changed it's all about the details so I hope I have the patience because I really want to see if I can turn one out like I been see in the videos , I really like how you did the roof I'm going to try it out on one of my builds. Thank you for sharing 👍✌
Thanks! I mostly use craft paint for everything on my models anymore, including body paint because I can't spray solvent based paints in the house. Since I live in Michigan, that really limits my options for building in the colder months, hence my affinity for craft paints. I also get much more control over texture for the top using the craft paints through my airbrush.
Great tutorial. Lots of nice tips. The big problem with using tape is that over time the tape lifts. Guys say just add glue to the edges, but over several years often even the center starts to lift and it doesn't look good. One tip I might add, when you are cutting the strips to line up with the window trim, pick the body up and place your finger inside the hood. that way when you are pressing down with the knife, the force of the knife presses against the resistance from your fingers inside the car, rather than it pressing down on those A pillars. On cars with thinner A pillars that is a broken A pillar waiting to happen. Final result looks great.
Thanks for the tip. I just can't use masking tape for the top because I would just make a mess with it, especially around curves and corners. Plus like you said, I just wouldn't trust it to last, although many have sworn it lasts 20 + years.
Nice job, at 64 I just did my first vinyl roof with masking tape last week, it came out ok, a couple of slight wrinkles, I will try the painted version next time like yours, thanks for vidio!
Yes, you absolutely can. In fact, I plan to buy some myself soon to skip the sanding step. That was just the size I initially bought based on others' works at the time.
There's many different kinds and brands, but these are what I currently use...www.amazon.com/Keystone-Cushioned-Abrasive-Sanding-Woodworking/dp/B00C5RFIXK/ref=sr_1_20?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.nICb4sq0Oct8hixwV73T_nJY1KYDqDZfTgvr8G15GoX4ffHV0W6Cnkb40jRraFrrpUSbgXGj4Z6Tk2Crr80uHvM7laVoXw-7gNjt7hyfbmQc8PtZP3zdBgWYCZrbSce0dz06NmAPAVNp4J9VQfzmVNroF1ls1WHRTM3NXCHoYdcy3hVxxX1EtmK5CgE0bc43kFK-a7F9O2dGYQtJ7mEgMWyf-JoFfsCQwoZn7D_j-VcQerSNX72zsADhoq7Ks5X3IaEb0bjSivjILKea9JwrbAxqGkPaqbGJ8os6VoE0LCA.vnYsI5qQ1B4uTCPWixoBseBGM2p4eSnEX9nObZfUAI0&dib_tag=se&keywords=sanding%2Bsticks&qid=1723502217&sr=8-20&th=1
I usually start with 6000, although I will go to 4000 once in a while. After that it's 8000, and finally 12,000, Then a polish with Novus #2, and a coat of wax to finish.
Hi. Great video. I was carefully looking at how that acrylic paint went on and WOW, have to ask what was the paint thinned with, was there retarder added, psi and tip diameter? I only use water based acrylic paint since I spray in the basement. Thanks again
Thanks! I use a homebrew thinner. 3 parts distilled water, 1 part 91% isopropyl alcohol, and 4-5 drops of glycerin as a flow improver per 8 ounce batch. I use a .3 tip at around 22 psi. I have a craft paint tutorial as well.
Thank you that car looks just like the one my brother had before he passed away and I'm been trying to find a way to do a perfect vinyl top and that's it.👍
Great tutorial. I've never attempted a vinyl too yet, but I have an upcoming build that requires one. I really like your process. Did you use Createx for the matte clear? Have you tried the Duraclear craft clears yet. They work well
@@StumpyGrumpsScaleSpeedShop I have tried the Createx UVLS as a top coat, but didn't get the results I was hoping for. I am going to use it again though this time I have a better air brush. We will see🤷♂️ Thank you for your videos, very nice👍
Thanks for sharing. I'm close to be doing my 1st vynle top this helps. Question though, I don't like using bmf so is this clear coat of to use chrome sharpie or molotow for trim ? Also what did you use to thin the craft paint . Just water ? Thanks again
I usually use the Foil after the clear, so the same steps should apply for Molotow or Sharpie. I have a homebrew thinner I use. 3 parts distilled water, 1 part 91% isopropyl alcohol, and 4-5 drops of glycerin as a flow improver per 8 ounce batch. I actually also have a craft paint tutorial with the thinner recipe.
Thanks for the tutorial..I like the way you did the vinyl over any other video on RU-vid..I'm definitely stealing this method from you..Outstanding Job!!!
HEY-DAR 👊😎👍: Nice Job Craig, this is interesting & knowledgeable, hope you don't mind but I put this on my playlist "Model Tips & Tricks" check it out. Be Watching You Later, (MODEL CAR)🎭(MAN CAVE)
