Tamiya Enzo

Drift F.C

10-21-2010, 01:51 AM

heinkel76

10-21-2010, 03:43 AM

:angryfire Poor Enzo !!....

Drift F.C

10-21-2010, 03:52 AM

:angryfire Poor Enzo !!....

Is it bad?

Scrible

10-21-2010, 04:02 AM

I suggest you should use spray cans instead of brush for the body, because now your Enzo looks like it was taking a part in a mud race.

countach79

10-21-2010, 06:04 AM

Is it bad?

looks not too bad, aside from some work on the paint ( which jarryd tells me he's having some trouble with his airbrush ) the overall job is ok

Jarryd, i wouldn't worry to much about the other 2 guys they look like they have been on this forum all of 2 mins going by there post count

jarryd's only a young bloke and has not been modeling very long compared to some of us and is still learning!!

personally i think your enzo turned out ok :smokin:

keep it up, as we all know practice makes perfect!:grinyes:

sziklakks

10-21-2010, 06:40 AM

:iagree: :smooch:

ChristopheB

10-21-2010, 06:55 AM

You did fine with a pretty difficult kit. You would definitely improve the final result if you tried using at least spray cans for the body. It is really hard to get good result with paint brush on big areas especially with a matt finish.

indy_231

10-21-2010, 08:59 AM

Ignore the idiots on this forum who have nothing better to do than to make fun of the time and effort people have put into their kits.

Using a spray can or airbrush for large surfaces will massively improve the smoothness of the finish, but aside from that I think you've done a great job, and I'm not just saying that to make you feel better.

I think that the detail painting, especially on the engine is excellent and a lot neater than I could manage!

Keep it up!

lotus123

10-21-2010, 11:00 AM

Hi F.C

First things first - there are people that offer advice and there are people that just criticize. It's important to understand the difference but generally those that criticize don't offer any useful information that you can use in future builds (and they're a bit mean too!). The reason they don't offer advice is that they have not built anything nice themselves, so maybe they're a bit short of real experience. Remember that when you read some of these posts.

I like that you've given some clear thought to what you wanted to achieve with this build, and that you've taken the effort to explain that to us.

I also think that you should consider getting a nice (and not expensive) airbrush, because I think you're going to go a long way in this hobby and it's a good idea to use good tools. It will save you a lot of frustration but more importantly it will allow you to reveal more of that talent you clearly possess.

Keep going and keep showing!

cjsbosox

10-21-2010, 11:35 AM

I suggest you should use spray cans instead of brush for the body, because now your Enzo looks like it was taking a part in a mud race.

True that spray cans work better, but sometimes finding a place to use them can be a problem. And if he wants to work on his brush skills who are we to stop him.

Anyway, I think it looks fine considering the approach. Not evryone here has agamo skills :)

Drift FC you keep building them as you want! Just try to learn and improve with every build. I have 4 enzo boxes and came up with 1 car :banghead:, so I know its not an easy car to build.

Keep building bud

kans0002

10-21-2010, 02:43 PM

i think the color combo looks really good! you did a better job than i could have done when i was younger...

robrex

10-21-2010, 03:31 PM

you did a better job than i could have done when i was younger...

I agree, that is heaps better than kits I was putting together even twice your age. Keep it up Jarryd it's all about enjoying the hobby and I can tell you enjoy it. I also reckon the enzo looks pretty cool! Well done mate!

Drift F.C

10-21-2010, 03:51 PM

looks not too bad, aside from some work on the paint ( which jarryd tells me he's having some trouble with his airbrush ) the overall job is ok

Jarryd, i wouldn't worry to much about the other 2 guys they look like they have been on this forum all of 2 mins going by there post count

jarryd's only a young bloke and has not been modeling very long compared to some of us and is still learning!!

personally i think your enzo turned out ok :smokin:

keep it up, as we all know practice makes perfect!:grinyes:

:iagree: :smooch:

Ignore the idiots on this forum who have nothing better to do than to make fun of the time and effort people have put into their kits.

Using a spray can or airbrush for large surfaces will massively improve the smoothness of the finish, but aside from that I think you've done a great job, and I'm not just saying that to make you feel better.

I think that the detail painting, especially on the engine is excellent and a lot neater than I could manage!

Keep it up!

Hi F.C

First things first - there are people that offer advice and there are people that just criticize. It's important to understand the difference but generally those that criticize don't offer any useful information that you can use in future builds (and they're a bit mean too!). The reason they don't offer advice is that they have not built anything nice themselves, so maybe they're a bit short of real experience. Remember that when you read some of these posts.

I like that you've given some clear thought to what you wanted to achieve with this build, and that you've taken the effort to explain that to us.

I also think that you should consider getting a nice (and not expensive) airbrush, because I think you're going to go a long way in this hobby and it's a good idea to use good tools. It will save you a lot of frustration but more importantly it will allow you to reveal more of that talent you clearly possess.

Keep going and keep showing!

True that spray cans work better, but sometimes finding a place to use them can be a problem. And if he wants to work on his brush skills who are we to stop him.

Anyway, I think it looks fine considering the approach. Not evryone here has agamo skills :)

Drift FC you keep building them as you want! Just try to learn and improve with every build. I have 4 enzo boxes and came up with 1 car :banghead:, so I know its not an easy car to build.

Keep building bud

i think the color combo looks really good! you did a better job than i could have done when i was younger...

I agree, that is heaps better than kits I was putting together even twice your age. Keep it up Jarryd it's all about enjoying the hobby and I can tell you enjoy it. I also reckon the enzo looks pretty cool! Well done mate!

Yes, to tell everyone, I am only sixteen

The main problem with me on the airbrush and spraycan front is the money it costs to actually buy a spraycan for every build, or keep buying air cans or a compressor.

Right now, I am happy that I am finding that if you thin down the paint a fair bit, the brush strokes aren't as big. This is shown in a Renualt F1 car I hope to finish soon (School Comitments!)

Thankyou for all your comments, but if you don't have anything nice to say, please don't say it!

Thanks again,

F.C

atlas000

10-21-2010, 04:39 PM

You have GREAT construction skills, this Enzo is a very difficult model and you've worked the doors, etc., flawlessly! I also really like the wheel and logo/scripting work, and the color scheme. :)

MidMazar

10-21-2010, 09:49 PM

Not to shabby, for one you should save all your money and buy a compressor since you have an airbrush. Best investment ever. When i first started building military i used an airbrush with propellent cans and have to say there wasnt a day without problems, but once i got a compressor the probs stopped. Also once you get a compressor the money you will spend on bottles of paint will be far less.

As for the enzo, you did a nice job. The two tone paint looks good, practice will only make you better. Good luck with your builds and don't forget the excellent tutorial section we have here.

xpeed

10-22-2010, 02:07 AM

Not bad. You're definitely improving on each build. Keep it up!

heinkel76

10-22-2010, 03:18 AM

Ignore the idiots on this forum who have nothing better to do than to make fun of the time and effort people have put into their kits.

Using a spray can or airbrush for large surfaces will massively improve the smoothness of the finish, but aside from that I think you've done a great job, and I'm not just saying that to make you feel better.

I think that the detail painting, especially on the engine is excellent and a lot neater than I could manage!

Keep it up!

To say " Poor Enzo " is not to insult anybody since he has made you. One guard the insults for yes same, thank you.
I see that there is the too hypocritical one. If this one made evil, since it is bad made.
To encourage the boy whom it continues improving, it is nice.
One thing is to give encouragement and the other is lying ..... you know :screwy:
There do not use the forum, the model-maker or the computer to show his ire .....

Now that's stupid! :grinyes: :grinyes:

That they is OK.:jerking::jerking::jerking::jerking:

indy_231

10-22-2010, 10:03 AM

To say " Poor Enzo " is not to insult anybody since he has made you. One guard the insults for yes same, thank you.
I see that there is the too hypocritical one. If this one made evil, since it is bad made.
To encourage the boy whom it continues improving, it is nice.
One thing is to give encouragement and the other is lying ..... you know :screwy:
There do not use the forum, the model-maker or the computer to show his ire .....

Now that's stupid! :grinyes: :grinyes:

That they is OK.:jerking::jerking::jerking::jerking:

Language translator being used here by any chance?

I can't even understand it and English is my first language!

ales

10-22-2010, 10:58 AM

Jarryd,

It's not that bad, to be honest, but to be just as honest, you need to step it up a level on your next builds.

You will never learn to paint/polish until you actually try it. I humbly suggest that on your next model you try something different to what you've been doing so far. Why not try a spraycan? Or two, in fact - one for the body colour and one for the semi-gloss parts on the body. Just make sure you choose the right kind of spray paint, use primer and try to follow the numerous tips and tricks posted on this forum, for example.

I do understand how you'd want to finish many models but at some point the quantity vs quality have to become more in balance than they are at the moment. Believe me, if you think you're happy and satisfied with what you have built to date, wait until you finish that first glass-shiny model.

Drift F.C

10-22-2010, 06:54 PM

Jarryd,

It's not that bad, to be honest, but to be just as honest, you need to step it up a level on your next builds.

You will never learn to paint/polish until you actually try it. I humbly suggest that on your next model you try something different to what you've been doing so far. Why not try a spraycan? Or two, in fact - one for the body colour and one for the semi-gloss parts on the body. Just make sure you choose the right kind of spray paint, use primer and try to follow the numerous tips and tricks posted on this forum, for example.

I do understand how you'd want to finish many models but at some point the quantity vs quality have to become more in balance than they are at the moment. Believe me, if you think you're happy and satisfied with what you have built to date, wait until you finish that first glass-shiny model.

I have read in Scale Auto that Tamiya Fine Primer is the best to use but what is the best spraycolour to use. Testors, Tamiya - Acrillyc or Enamel?

WRCfan

10-22-2010, 07:14 PM

To say " Poor Enzo " is not to insult anybody since he has made you. One guard the insults for yes same, thank you.
I see that there is the too hypocritical one. If this one made evil, since it is bad made.
To encourage the boy whom it continues improving, it is nice.
One thing is to give encouragement and the other is lying ..... you know :screwy:
There do not use the forum, the model-maker or the computer to show his ire .....

Now that's stupid! :grinyes: :grinyes:

That they is OK.:jerking::jerking::jerking::jerking:

I think it's time you posted some models, 18 posts is pretty poor when 2 of them I know are just baiting and slagging people off.
Your translation engine attempt = ultimate fail.
Go build some models.

ales

10-23-2010, 12:42 AM

I have read in Scale Auto that Tamiya Fine Primer is the best to use but what is the best spraycolour to use. Testors, Tamiya - Acrillyc or Enamel?

Hi,

I'd say that the Tamiya Fine Primer is indeed the most fool-proof choice, as for the paint - definitely do not go with enamel. What to go with, however, is unavoidably a matter of trial and error to see what works for you. Every type of spraypaint will have its pros and cons as well as tips and tricks. Many have great success with Tamiya cans but make sure you spend a good deal of time on the search engine (searching this forum, for example) to make sure you know what to expect - the pressure is quite high in them and you also need to know the minimum and the maximum time you can wait before applying next coats. You can also go with car spraypaints like Duplicolor but again, these are aggressive and your primer coverage must be up to the task. When using metallics you need to use a clearcoat. You also need to know how much you need to wait after the final layer of clear or (solid) paint before you can start sanding/polishing. Another thing to consider is whether you want to clearcoat the decals or not (I suggest you do not at first). There are more things to consider but all in all it is not rocket science - you just need to spend some time preparing and practicing so that you can avoid the frustration.

Also do not expect your first several models to be perfect (and neither will we) but make sure you learn with every one of them and move forward.

drunken monkey

10-25-2010, 01:09 AM

I just want to add that to make your first time spray painting easier, if you are able to, stick with Tamiya TS sprays.
Nothing else I've used comes close to them in terms of consistant behaviour and results.
That isn't to say that other spray paints are not good; just that TS paints require less work and hence saves you time and effort.

OzTifoso

10-25-2010, 10:02 PM

Hi,
I can remember (only just :wink:) what it was like modeling when i was 16. I'm remember that the money side of it can be frustrating. Not going to say that gets much better as one must now deal with the Minister of Finance to get funds :grinyes:

I think here in Oz we getting ripped off when it comes to kits / paints etc. It really frustrates me the price we pay. So much so that I have started getting most if not all of my stuff from OS. Sad isn't it, but i can get Alclad to the door cheaper (some 60%) from Hong Kong than if i drive 10 min to LHS.

But if you have the right tools for the job, i find the outcome, enjoyment and satisfaction from it gets much better. I have only been back in modeling for 12-18 months. But progressed into cans (used to brush too when younger through necessity) But got jack of paying the high prices for TS cans and got an airbrush from supercheap for $40. I still use a 12v compressor that i picked up from super cheap as well. Nothing fancy, but does the job. Sure you can spend bucket loads, but i think its better to have a cheap something than none at all?? I reckon it works out heaps cheaper than using cans, less waste and more flexibility in what paints / colours i can use. So maybe 'sacrifice' a couple of models, or with Xmas coming up......

So i hope this helps, keep building and look forward to seeing them.

Cheers,

builderweave

10-25-2010, 10:26 PM

Wow. I am speechless over some of the responses to this build. The Enzo is an advanced car to build. This fella did it and got it put together quite well if you ask me. Builders have to start somewhere and I can say that my painting skills were MUCH worse than this when I was his age. Hat's off to ya Drift F.C :bigthumb:

Tamiya sprays are very forgiving and a great paint to learn on. If I were you I'd save my money for the paint and buy a cheaper kit to practice on. Maybe a snap kit or even some sheet styrene if you can get it where you live. Practice, practice, practice!! Oh and check this site out for a great tutorial on painting with sprays: http://www.briansmodelcars.com/tutorials/tutorial/12

Drift F.C

10-25-2010, 11:29 PM

Hi,
I can remember (only just :wink:) what it was like modeling when i was 16. I'm remember that the money side of it can be frustrating. Not going to say that gets much better as one must now deal with the Minister of Finance to get funds :grinyes:

I think here in Oz we getting ripped off when it comes to kits / paints etc. It really frustrates me the price we pay. So much so that I have started getting most if not all of my stuff from OS. Sad isn't it, but i can get Alclad to the door cheaper (some 60%) from Hong Kong than if i drive 10 min to LHS.

But if you have the right tools for the job, i find the outcome, enjoyment and satisfaction from it gets much better. I have only been back in modeling for 12-18 months. But progressed into cans (used to brush too when younger through necessity) But got jack of paying the high prices for TS cans and got an airbrush from supercheap for $40. I still use a 12v compressor that i picked up from super cheap as well. Nothing fancy, but does the job. Sure you can spend bucket loads, but i think its better to have a cheap something than none at all?? I reckon it works out heaps cheaper than using cans, less waste and more flexibility in what paints / colours i can use. So maybe 'sacrifice' a couple of models, or with Xmas coming up......

So i hope this helps, keep building and look forward to seeing them.

Cheers,

Wow. I am speechless over some of the responses to this build. The Enzo is an advanced car to build. This fella did it and got it put together quite well if you ask me. Builders have to start somewhere and I can say that my painting skills were MUCH worse than this when I was his age. Hat's off to ya Drift F.C :bigthumb:

Tamiya sprays are very forgiving and a great paint to learn on. If I were you I'd save my money for the paint and buy a cheaper kit to practice on. Maybe a snap kit or even some sheet styrene if you can get it where you live. Practice, practice, practice!! Oh and check this site out for a great tutorial on painting with sprays: http://www.briansmodelcars.com/tutorials/tutorial/12

I would hope to someday get an airbrush again but I found it to be a lot of work on the cleaning side. I know, good finishes. I had one before and use to love using it. But I might wait until I am a little older to get one again.

For christmas I hoping to buy a few twenty dollar Tamiya kits, some TS sprays, Tamiya fine primer, and some sheet plastic

Thankyou all for your kind words and replies

F.C

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