Next Project.....Nissan 350 Z

Originally posted by primera man
No...i never clear coat my models

I also never clear coat a model if using Tamiya TS Paints only if airbrushing non tamiya paints

thanks for that little tutorial!!!! I will try to get that kind of paint finish on my next model.

I think all it takes is lots of practice. I'm seeing gradually better results each time I paint using the tips from the FAQ. And infinitely better than the stuff from before reading the FAQ. Eventually (hopefully), I'll achieve that super smooth paint job. Thanks for all the tips.

Pman,
1. I was under the impression that with Mica and Metallic colours you shouldnt polish the base colour because the metal flakes will leave swirl marks and scrapes in the paint. But you said you are going to polish and wax in a few days?

2. When you are doing a race car do you polish, decal and then wax? And are you just using the wax to protect the decals?

Also could you do us all a huge favour on your next model would you take a pic of each stage of the base colour so we can all see exactly how much is going onto the model at each stage.

Thank you.

Ciaran

1. Ive always polished Mica paints and had no problem with swirl marks etc.
2. I use the compound first to get a good polish on the body then apply the decals. Leave for 1-2 days to dry then give the whole body a good waxing. This will help get rid of any water marks and give the car a final polish.

The next car i do i'll post some pics as i paint it.

I'll be looking for the pics p-man.

Hey Warren !
Are you away on holiday or something............i/we are still waiting to see how your 350z is coming along.

Hope to see some progress soon.

Later, Mike.
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Did you accidently make a new thread instead of a reply in his thread?

Guess so................SORRY !!!!!!!!!!!

But it HAS been a while since we saw any work from that 350z.

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I'm still here !! :lol:
Been a very busy the last few weeks and i've had very little time to be on the forum. So to everybody that has sent PM's i'm sorry for not sending replys yet. I've only had a change to skip though some of the threads but not reply.
The 350Z kit has ground to a stand still due to the time being spent on my car which is going though a complete stereo install before its next show. So that is keeping me very busy !!.

But the PMan will be back soon !!!

:iceslolan :iceslolan :iceslolan

The 350Z kit has ground to a stand still due to the time being spent on my car which is going though a complete stereo install before its next show. So that is keeping me very busy !!. Warren, what you driving???? Hey check out my PM about the Volvo when you get a chance.

Warren, what you driving????
You really have to ask :screwy: :banghead: :iamwithst NOI

Should look good when complete. Nice colour choice

Should look good when complete. Nice colour choice

:confused: Did I miss something here? I dont see anything to comment on the colour about :confused:

BTW Hiroboy, nice comment :grinyes:

Finished today after giving it a black wash.


What's with all this 'wash' business all of a sudden? :wink:

Z is looking great Warren :)

Hiro im not familiar with the ''Primera" we don't have those here in the US, so what im asking is whats the Primera known as in the US if anything.

Hiro im not familiar with the ''Primera" we don't have those here in the US, so what im asking is whats the Primera known as in the US if anything.

Check out the Infiniti G20

Finally got around to doing abit today on the kit.
Interior is done and wheels added to check ride height etc.
Still got abit to do yet.

PMan

http://files.automotiveforums.com/uploads/176155DSCF2043.JPG

http://files.automotiveforums.com/uploads/548132DSCF2047.JPG

Looking awesome as always. Nice ride height. Stock rimmies this time?

Finally got around to doing abit today on the kit.
Interior is done and wheels added to check ride height etc.
Still got abit to do yet.

PMan

http://files.automotiveforums.com/uploads/176155DSCF2043.JPG

http://files.automotiveforums.com/uploads/548132DSCF2047.JPG
eh man :lol2: the color is very good!! :iceslolan

Looking awesome as always. Nice ride height. Stock rimmies this time?
Yip...wanted to keep it nice and stock looking

looks great p-man but what's that strange thing on the hood??

hehe p-man is cheating us with his great paintjobs with photoshop! :lol2:

looks great p-man but what's that strange thing on the hood??

hehe p-man is cheating us with his great paintjobs with photoshop! :lol2:

http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/images/smilies/lol2.gif ...i can asure you i dont use PS !! (Cant work out why it looks like that though)
Here's another
http://files.automotiveforums.com/uploads/383187DSCF2058.JPG

Stunning shine PMAN.Great work on the interior.:bigthumb::bigthumb:

sweet color Pman

can't wait to see this puppy finished

WOAH, a flawless interior!!! :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

Looks really nice now P-Man, hey are u gonna lower the suspension? If u are, can u please tell me how u do it, so i can lower mine aswell. Thanx.

Looks really nice now P-Man, hey are u gonna lower the suspension? If u are, can u please tell me how u do it, so i can lower mine aswell. Thanx.Someone posted a how to lower a 350Z a month or so ago,
I used this idea on my Subaru you move the brakes up and use tubes to create new guides for the 2mm wheel bars.
http://www.spc.org.uk/subaru/i/mica_red_subaru_impreza_009.jpg

http://www.spc.org.uk/subaru/i/mica_red_subaru_impreza_010.jpg

http://www.spc.org.uk/subaru/i/mica_red_subaru_impreza_011.jpg

BTW PMan it's coming on nice :smokin:

great proyect! fantastic as its usual at you.

Y hace a question, what technique do you use for paint the interior? airbrush? spray?
Do you mask the parts who you dont want to pain?

Maybe this questions are a bit stupid... sorry.

Tunero, spain

great proyect! fantastic as its usual at you.

Y hace a question, what technique do you use for paint the interior? airbrush? spray?
Do you mask the parts who you dont want to pain?

Maybe this questions are a bit stupid... sorry.

Tunero, spain
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That is one great looking box stock model. Another flawless job!

Looking good as always p-man. Keep us posted on how the build goes.

wow Master-P, hurry up and finish ;) she's beautiful! :grinyes:

lookin good :naughty: