Polishing
auto
11-18-2002, 09:51 PM
Could somone show me or tell me the what are the best supplies for polishing a model. Could someone show the items that have produced the best results for you. I guess the products are probably made by Tamiya. Thankyou for your help.
TheSyndicate
11-18-2002, 10:58 PM
Wetsand with 1500+, and then polish with tamiya compound. finish off with tamiya wax, or if you clearcoat zaino (worked great on hawk's camaro)
primera man
11-18-2002, 11:43 PM
Everything you need is right here.
Tamiya rubbing compound and the wax that comes with the cloth that you use to polish the model
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Tamiya rubbing compound and the wax that comes with the cloth that you use to polish the model
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PorschePong
11-19-2002, 01:24 AM
Hi, Im a newb here
Just want to ask you, what exactly is modeling wax and how do u use it? and what kind of fabric should I use for the rubbing compound?
Just want to ask you, what exactly is modeling wax and how do u use it? and what kind of fabric should I use for the rubbing compound?
primera man
11-19-2002, 04:36 AM
Originally posted by PorschePong
Hi, Im a newb here
Just want to ask you, what exactly is modeling wax and how do u use it? and what kind of fabric should I use for the rubbing compound?
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Just want to ask you, what exactly is modeling wax and how do u use it? and what kind of fabric should I use for the rubbing compound?
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TheSyndicate
11-19-2002, 04:00 PM
Tamiya modeling wax is the equivalent to automotive wax. It adds a thin coat of protection and gloss so that fingerprints and scratches can't harm your model.
I recommend an old 100% cotton t-shirt for polishing.
I recommend an old 100% cotton t-shirt for polishing.
hirofkd
11-24-2002, 09:23 PM
I bought new Hasegawa Tritool finishing products, and tried them myself. (about 3000 yen total must not be disappointing.)
I tried Ceramic Compound and its designated polishing cloth on a red body, which was already finished with Modeler's Top Compound, and I the change was not so noticeable. However, when I polished a windshield part, it made a noticeable difference. I haven't tried, but I bet it would work well on dark colors.
It's not for everyone, because Tamiya Compound + Modeler's Top Compound + Tamiya Modeling Wax just do the job well. But, Tritool is useful for those polisholic like me, and it's also useful when you are participating in a contest, and need the last second treatment to add just a bit more sheen on the body.
Another advantage is that it's almost liquid-like and doesn't leave residues in the groove lines unlike Tamiya or Modeler's.
I tried Ceramic Compound and its designated polishing cloth on a red body, which was already finished with Modeler's Top Compound, and I the change was not so noticeable. However, when I polished a windshield part, it made a noticeable difference. I haven't tried, but I bet it would work well on dark colors.
It's not for everyone, because Tamiya Compound + Modeler's Top Compound + Tamiya Modeling Wax just do the job well. But, Tritool is useful for those polisholic like me, and it's also useful when you are participating in a contest, and need the last second treatment to add just a bit more sheen on the body.
Another advantage is that it's almost liquid-like and doesn't leave residues in the groove lines unlike Tamiya or Modeler's.
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