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How to use tamiya compound


Pippin1974
04-09-2007, 10:14 AM
Hi!! I have buyed tamiya compound but I'm not sure how to use and when!!! I think is after coat the model, it's right??
Someone could explain it to me please??
Thanks a lot!

Mr. Me.
04-09-2007, 10:58 AM
I think that there is instruction on the box.

freakray
04-09-2007, 10:59 AM
Here ya go:

http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?postid=578999#post578999
http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/t89313.html

Enzoenvy1
04-09-2007, 11:55 AM
You will use the compound after your final coat has dried, and you have possibly wet-sanded. I use part of an old t-shirt and put a dab of compound on it. Then I start rubbing in a circular motion with the hood and roof first. When the compound hazes, you will add more to a new part of the rag and continue the steps. Be careful on sharp edges as it can burn through your paint and then you will be pissed.

Pippin1974
04-09-2007, 01:27 PM
Thanks everybody!!!! I will try with my next model!! thnaks!!!

speedphreak
04-09-2007, 04:36 PM
Dont use an old t shirt!!! It will leae terrible swirl marks in your paint! Use proper polishing cloths.

Enzoenvy1
04-09-2007, 04:39 PM
Dont use an old t shirt!!! It will leae terrible swirl marks in your paint! Use proper polishing cloths.

Hmm, I have never had problems..........

speedphreak
04-10-2007, 08:27 AM
Enzo...I am not knockin' your approach. But, I have had problems with this. Just looking out. I just happen to use those "static" polishing cloths. They work amazing. I got them from www.autogeek.net great stuff. Just my 2 cents:)

-Chris

Enzoenvy1
04-10-2007, 12:17 PM
Enzo...I am not knockin' your approach. But, I have had problems with this. Just looking out. I just happen to use those "static" polishing cloths. They work amazing. I got them from www.autogeek.net great stuff. Just my 2 cents:)

-Chris

I know you weren't knocking" me, I was just wondering if I have been using the wrong cloth for it. Made me wonder, that was all.

chato de shamrock
04-11-2007, 03:00 AM
I rub in a circular motion but have been told its best to rub in a straight line because the circular motion leaves the swirls. Honestly though, I havent found any problems with my method. I made a thread about a month ago regarding wet sanding. Feel free to take a look at what some of the guys posted there. I accidently rubbed paint of while wet sanding (first time doing)and wanted to go back and repaint the model. At this moment I'm letting the paint cure a few more weeks while I practice how to spray clear over decals without harming them.

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