tbo Posted February 12, 2012 Report Share Posted February 12, 2012 I've opted to go for a hand painted RT-Mod lid versus stickers. The frown and ear bumps went over fairly well, but troubles came about when I was painting the rest. The first time around on the traps and everything else gray I used a #5 round with Humbrol 5. I put down a layer, but it was somewhat transparent so i let it sit for a while then added a coat and continued that process for 3 or 4 coats. I woke up the next day and it wasn't laying down evenly. I wiped it all clean and decided to try a larger brush..I went with a 5/8" flat and though it layed down flat I found myself with lots of tiny little bubbles. Any reccomendations on how to remedy my troubles? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeR Posted February 12, 2012 Report Share Posted February 12, 2012 One minor point is too make sure the Humbrol is well mixed, I have had bubbling issues when I forgot to stir it up. It can be a bit watery if not stirred properly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carbonitekid Posted February 12, 2012 Report Share Posted February 12, 2012 What Joe said. Shake for 2 mins, stir for 2 mins then use. Additionally make sure the area to be painted is grease and dirt free. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbo Posted February 12, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 12, 2012 Thanks guys! What Joe said. Shake for 2 mins, stir for 2 mins then use. Additionally make sure the area to be painted is grease and dirt free. I would remove with paint thinner and then do a once over with some rubbing alcohol. Does this sound correct? I'm going to stop by the craft store today and see if I can pick up some paint thinner, and quality brushes and give it another go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pandatrooper[TK] Posted February 12, 2012 Report Share Posted February 12, 2012 When you remove paint you need to make sure no residue or solvent or alcohol is left before recoating it. I prefer to wash the surface again with detergent to make sure no oil based liquid is left and let it dry very well. If using Humbrols, as stated you need to mix it very thoroughly and scrape the tin. I also find it takes much longer to dry. Make sure you are letting the helmet dry in the right temperature and humidity. I prefer to paint the black shaped outlines first, let it cure for a day or two before filling with grey. Check out my ATA ABS helmet build thread. I personally prefer Testors Model master as I like the consistency more but to each their own. http://forum.whitearmor.net/index.php?showtopic=14806&st=0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darth Aloha[Admin] Posted February 12, 2012 Report Share Posted February 12, 2012 In addition to Panda's tutorial... Check out trooperbay's videos on hand painting a helmet. Or just buy the hand painted looking decals from Trooperbay Aloha, -Eric Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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