optimator88 Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 (edited) I just finished painting my Jetfire in TV version Hikaru colors. I had to brush all the colored paint on, what a pain. I really need to invest in an airbrush. Anyone have any suggestions for a good cheap one?? I'll post some other pics once I get it together. Edited October 2, 2008 by optimator88 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
big F Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 Your right brushing is a real pain in the ass. As far as cheap airbrushes go you can get single action ones made by Badger for arround $15 or so the one I have is light blue plastic and is ok for the type of stuff you have done with the Chunkie. When you get more demanding you can move on to a more expensive double action one, but the cheap one will still be useful as they are so easy to clean out. I use mine for primers and base coats still . Because I have a couple of Badger Airbrushes all the parts are interchangeable wich makes it even better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hal9000 Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 Nice work. With airbrushes I am a big fan of the Paasche H series all metal easy to clean and use. They also make a propelint can so you don't need to buy a compressor right a way. Airbrush http://www.paascheairbrush.com/cgi-bin/sto...tion+Airbrushes Cans http://www.paascheairbrush.com/cgi-bin/sto...+%26+Regulators Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MechTech Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 Another "chunky monkey" mod. Good choice of colors and everything is nice and white instead of yellowed. Keep us updated. - MT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skull-1 Posted October 4, 2008 Share Posted October 4, 2008 Long live the Chunk!!!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
optimator88 Posted October 9, 2008 Author Share Posted October 9, 2008 So I finally put this guy together. They come apart much easier than they go back together. I've been trying to force him in to Battroid mode but the sholder hinges stick. Looks like I've got some sanding to do. I tried a coat of Future for the first time too, and it seems to really help with the chipping, but it's a little glossy for my taste. Should I coat the next one in a satin clear after the Future to get rid of the gloss?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
big F Posted October 9, 2008 Share Posted October 9, 2008 So I finally put this guy together. They come apart much easier than they go back together. I've been trying to force him in to Battroid mode but the sholder hinges stick. Looks like I've got some sanding to do. I tried a coat of Future for the first time too, and it seems to really help with the chipping, but it's a little glossy for my taste. Should I coat the next one in a satin clear after the Future to get rid of the gloss?? You can put a bit of acrylic flat coat in with the future to dull it off a bit. I use Tamiya in mine dont mix up too much though as it seems to go off after a few weeks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
optimator88 Posted October 15, 2008 Author Share Posted October 15, 2008 After taking him apart and sanding some more, I can finally transform him with ease. And best of all, no chipping! What an awesome product Future is Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mojacko Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 ooooh...good to see some love on these chunks!!! nice re-paint btw!!! gives a clean feel!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Valkyrie Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 MACU - ROSS ... M-A-C-R-O-S-S ! Very nice, the paint you gave it made look like those old Arii kit TV commercials. The 1/55 will be with us ... always. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Valkyrie Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 MACU - ROSS ... M-A-C-R-O-S-S ! Very nice, the paint you gave it made look like those old Arii kit TV commercials. The 1/55 will be with us ... always. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Horatio Positronic Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 I just finished painting my Jetfire in TV version Hikaru colors. So this actually started out as a Jetfire with Transformers stickers and all that? Not a VF-1S with Macross markings? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
big F Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 Yup There is a much more plentyful supply of jetfires out there, the only difference between a Jetfire and a Valk apart from colouration is the nose. The Jetfire's nose is rounded and kiddie safe. Whereas the Valk 1/55 is often refered to as a lawn dart because of the pointiness of the nose. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mojacko Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 YEAH.... im still looking for an old jetfire....to re paint it with an evil jet fire......heheheheh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
optimator88 Posted October 23, 2008 Author Share Posted October 23, 2008 (edited) I love customizing valks, but I'm to scared to take my Yammies apart, much less paint them. Thats why I do Jetfires. You can get old yellowed ones off of ebay for a decent price ($20-30). It's too bad the Chunkies are so hard to pose. Does anyone know if there has been a Chunkie pose thread?? Edited October 23, 2008 by optimator88 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mojacko Posted October 23, 2008 Share Posted October 23, 2008 they use to have it in d toys section.......but all are into d "perfect" yamato nowadays....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
big F Posted October 23, 2008 Share Posted October 23, 2008 Myself and Skull one have several threads on this subject. I did ask a while ago for our own Chunkie section on the forum. That would be easier. I know that Yammies are way better but most people still cut thier customising teeth on Chunkies as they are easy to get hold of take apart and way cheaper if you mess up. As a model builder its way more fun to engineer ways to make em better too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mojacko Posted October 26, 2008 Share Posted October 26, 2008 Myself and Skull one have several threads on this subject. I did ask a while ago for our own Chunkie section on the forum. That would be easier. I know that Yammies are way better but most people still cut thier customising teeth on Chunkies as they are easy to get hold of take apart and way cheaper if you mess up. As a model builder its way more fun to engineer ways to make em better too. right on mate!!! besides having the nostalgic feel......my kid enjoys playing with my chunkies....long live the chunks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texan29 Posted October 28, 2008 Share Posted October 28, 2008 (edited) I just finished painting my Jetfire in TV version Hikaru colors. I had to brush all the colored paint on, what a pain. I really need to invest in an airbrush. Anyone have any suggestions for a good cheap one?? I'll post some other pics once I get it together. Looks really nice! For painting simple schemes like that I use a cheap-o single action brush from harborfreight tools, OR I put a cheap can of flat finish paint in an igloo filled with hot tapwater, shake it for a few minutes and spray using a hot can. After its really dry, I rub the painted surfaces with a clean shop rag to buff it a little. Gives it a really cool look. Edit: I shake the can, not the igloo cooler! Edited October 28, 2008 by Texan29 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
optimator88 Posted October 30, 2008 Author Share Posted October 30, 2008 This might be obvious to everyone else, but I have to ask. What is an igloo, and why do you fill it with hot tap water?? Looks really nice! For painting simple schemes like that I use a cheap-o single action brush from harborfreight tools, OR I put a cheap can of flat finish paint in an igloo filled with hot tapwater, shake it for a few minutes and spray using a hot can. After its really dry, I rub the painted surfaces with a clean shop rag to buff it a little. Gives it a really cool look. Edit: I shake the can, not the igloo cooler! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texan29 Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 This might be obvious to everyone else, but I have to ask. What is an igloo, and why do you fill it with hot tap water?? An igloo is a brand of cooler. Fill it with hot tapwater (not boiling, just hot out of the faucet) and put the can(s) of paint you want to use in it and let it heat up for 10-15 minutes. Afterwards, dry the can and shake as usual. Reason for heating up the cans in hot water is it will give you a superior spray out of the can. No orange peel, no flecking, no runs. It's as close to airbrush quality you can get without using an airbrush. I find the testors paints, the little half cans...work best but most brands work great using this method. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasonc Posted November 2, 2008 Share Posted November 2, 2008 Hmm Airbrushes are great, but for these, good and inexpensive usually don't go hand in hand. I bought an Iwata HP-c, and it was about $125. I bought a compressor too, cause sometimes, the cans can be unpredictable. anyways, I think this custom is very nice. Great work. Also, if you don't wanna go the airbrush route, you can always use spray cans. I do most of my custom work with spray cans, little airbrushing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
optimator88 Posted November 13, 2008 Author Share Posted November 13, 2008 Picked up some red Jetfire armor and repainted it for the valk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
big F Posted November 13, 2008 Share Posted November 13, 2008 Good work there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mojacko Posted November 15, 2008 Share Posted November 15, 2008 love it!!! white n clean!!! nicely done!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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