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Post by Energyliger on Feb 6, 2004 9:26:03 GMT -5
Well, see I want to customize my zoids, but I am kind of scared, I dont want to screw them up, and I really like them all... Has anybody had this same problem and managed to overcome it? Tell me how. Also, (I think pheno's site might list this, but I am not 100% sure) what tools do you guys use, what paints, and where do you usually get the stuff you use to customize? (other zoids, or other stuff like pheno?)
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Post by Skvora on Feb 6, 2004 10:42:17 GMT -5
Ok, paint is Testors, sprays and bottles hands down. As for customing itself, whatever you have avail and what comes to mind, do what u want. Tools, paint doh, clippers, hobby knife, superglue for me, or model cement. Maybe green putty, but i've never used it really so i'm no pro in that. And well if your KBs arent empty yet, you can grab few(10-all they got ) zoids there and custom those if you don't wanna mess up. Other than that do it on your zoids, cant screw up with paintjob really, and i have a recipie(wrong spell, i know i know) for guns and such, think of a way to make them interchangable rather than glueing them on. Thats about all i can say.
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Post by Silverliger on Feb 6, 2004 10:46:37 GMT -5
Yeah I'm scared too that I may mess up the zoid. Is it alright to spray paint the armor? Does it come out shiny like a non-sprayed zoid would look or would you have to use shing paint or something?
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Post by Energyliger on Feb 6, 2004 10:59:27 GMT -5
I've done a little bit of painting on other stuff before. I think you are supposed to use seal or something (like a clear paint) If you wnat to make it shiny. I belive seal also keeps the paint on well. Do you guys take apart the model when you paint it, or do you cover parts you dont want in the color you are using (for spray painting)
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Post by menschenjaeger on Feb 6, 2004 11:18:26 GMT -5
Worried about wreckin' yer zoids? That's the PERFECT excuse for buying at least two of everthing.
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Post by Tyrannotaur on Feb 6, 2004 11:53:17 GMT -5
Yeah, I personally only customize the zoids that I have two or more of.
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Post by Skvora on Feb 6, 2004 13:05:26 GMT -5
thats why we love KBs, everything under 10. well testors have shiny and non shiny paints, as well as metals and i think chrome. I'm doin custom for the contest, so yesterday was my 1st spray with testors. It really owns, feels smooth and is waterproof.
Well spray what you want into whatever color you want, depending on zoid really. Well if you spray at a good distance, i'd say your arm length maybe more or less, and spray in short bursts to get even coat and not make a oozing mess, you can't screw up. I might try out shinies today and i'll tell you how those feel and such.
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Post by littlebro on Feb 6, 2004 13:21:09 GMT -5
Buy another Zoid of the same kind. That way you can have the original version that you like so much, and the custom version.
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Post by GallenWolf on Feb 6, 2004 19:46:14 GMT -5
Get a lower priced zoid to play around first. E.g. Command Wolves ;D That way if you spoil it, it won't hurt. Besides, if the zoid is accidently damaged, just leave it for use as spare parts These are the tools I use; everyone has their own favourite mix: - Needle Files
- Sandpaper (180-1000 grit)
- Sanding Block
- Hobby Knife
- Tamiya Masking Tape
- Putty of some sort. I use Mr Dissolved Putty
- Scissors
- Pliers/Sprue Cutter
Paints I use mostly tamiya acrylics. There are 2 main types, Flat and Gloss paints. Flat paints result in a matt/dull finish, and gloss paints shiny finishes. Usually after painting, I will spray on a protective clear coat. For my zoids I use Semi Gloss. Other options include matt and gloss finishes. After this clear coat dries, I can handle my zoids without fear of the paint getting scratched off. GW
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Post by Dust Mite on Feb 6, 2004 20:47:34 GMT -5
Just like every thing else in life pratice makes perfect. So just buy some really cheap zoids from KB and make customs out of them.
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Post by Tyrannotaur on Feb 6, 2004 22:56:41 GMT -5
Shadow that sig is laging up my comp..but it's cool.
I hand paint and spray paint my customs. But i always use testors. works great on models.
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Post by Juno on Feb 7, 2004 2:59:15 GMT -5
I keep seeing that Tamiya masking tape in my hobby shop, is there a difference between model masking tape and regular store masking tape?
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Post by GallenWolf on Feb 7, 2004 12:15:29 GMT -5
Tamiya masking tape is very good. But also very expensive. Paint does not bleed through, unlike normal masking tape. So your masked lines will be very well defined.
Plus, when u stick it on and off it doesn't leave any gunk behind. Neat.
To cut cost, tamiya masking tape could be used for the line (critical) and the major areas to be covered using the el-cheapo version.
GW
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Post by Tilly on Feb 7, 2004 18:52:58 GMT -5
*adds it to list of junk to try and fit in with orders*
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Post by Energyliger on Feb 8, 2004 18:16:57 GMT -5
Well, thanks but where do you guys take your parts from, other zoids, other stuff, or a combo of the two? Also, what do you use to attach non moving pieces, and what to attach moving pieces?
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