Polishing Compound
HFPE
11-20-2003, 05:28 AM
I have been using Tamiya polishing compound for finishing off my models
before waxing - but can't seem to find it anywhere.
Does anyone know where I can look???
Or can you suggest an alternative??
Thanx.
before waxing - but can't seem to find it anywhere.
Does anyone know where I can look???
Or can you suggest an alternative??
Thanx.
tonioseven
11-20-2003, 09:38 AM
Not sure about finding more Tamiya compound but Gunze makes a similar compound.
http://www.hlj.com/cgi-perl/hljpage.cgi?GNZR-187
http://www.hlj.com/cgi-perl/hljpage.cgi?GNZR-188 (http://www.hlj.com/cgi-perl/hljpage.cgi?GNZR-188)
Hope this helps.:smile:
http://www.hlj.com/cgi-perl/hljpage.cgi?GNZR-187
http://www.hlj.com/cgi-perl/hljpage.cgi?GNZR-188 (http://www.hlj.com/cgi-perl/hljpage.cgi?GNZR-188)
Hope this helps.:smile:
freakray
11-20-2003, 09:56 AM
Hey Heather,
If you're using Tamiya spray cans, you could use 3M's Fine Cut Compound, it's what I use and it works great, also lasts a lot longer than Tamiya compound as the bottle is a lot bigger.
If you're using Tamiya spray cans, you could use 3M's Fine Cut Compound, it's what I use and it works great, also lasts a lot longer than Tamiya compound as the bottle is a lot bigger.
tmathew
11-20-2003, 11:59 AM
Has anyone used that Mr. Gunze stuff , and what's the difference between the fine and super fine?
Also, where to pick up the 3M fine cut?
Thanks
Tom
Also, where to pick up the 3M fine cut?
Thanks
Tom
nis.k.a.
11-20-2003, 01:47 PM
Best 1 Hobby still has Tamiya Rubbing compund (http://www.best1hobby.com/Merchant2/merchant.mv?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=168&Product_Code=TA87021). I have had flawless transactions with them so I have no problem recommending Best 1 Hobby. Tamiya Compound is OOP so you better buy a couple bottles. Also last I checked "joecwlaw" had some Tamiya Rubbing Compund for sale. I bought a bottle off of him not too long ago.
RallyRaider
11-20-2003, 05:43 PM
Tamiya Compound is still available from Japanese online stores like Rainbow 10. So I'm not convinced it has been discontinued, perhaps it is just the importers in some countries that no longer list it.
Other alternatives are Modellers, Gunze (GSI Creos) and Finishers. Of those the only one I've used is Finishers and it is brilliant. It comes in three grades - something like 'hard', 'fine', and 'micro'. The only one that you'll need is 'micro' the others are too harsh.
Hasegawa also have their ceramic compound, to be used with their polymer coat system I think. Anybody ever tried that?
Other alternatives are Modellers, Gunze (GSI Creos) and Finishers. Of those the only one I've used is Finishers and it is brilliant. It comes in three grades - something like 'hard', 'fine', and 'micro'. The only one that you'll need is 'micro' the others are too harsh.
Hasegawa also have their ceramic compound, to be used with their polymer coat system I think. Anybody ever tried that?
nis.k.a.
11-20-2003, 06:05 PM
A lot of online stores still have stock but I asked my local hobby shop (which is pretty big) and they can't order anymore because it is not offered. The same went for a hobby I visit in Canada.
kt100
11-21-2003, 02:47 PM
could anyone email me on weather i should polish my car body before putting the decals on. PLease reply at [email protected]
DJ RaYgU
11-22-2003, 02:20 AM
Has anyone tried The Treatment compound? if u have, is it any good?
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