I have never painted a model. Is it required (for a good job) to strip the old paint before applying a new coat and a different color? I could have tried and found out for myself, but that is what all of you are for out there. This is a fraternity thing amongst us males, isn't it? When you finish laughing for the dumb question ----------HELP !!!!!!!!!!!!
Hi, It depends on the color and the thickness of the factory paint on the model... If the color is too bright or too dark, it can be difficult to cover with a thin coat. If the original paint is too thick, you will obscure details by applying another. So in those instances, you should strip off the factory paint. Let's have some info about what you are looking to paint: What factory paint job are you starting out with, and what are you looking to apply?
Thank you for prompt reply. I am going to begin with a TYCO SF shell to test the waters, so to speak. Your shared information tells me that I do need to strip old paint before I begin on something that I intend to keep. My intended "keepers" will be SF WARBONNET schemes with a reversal of colors red and silver. Thank you again, Tom
It usually helps to strip the paint. Then apply a primer over the stripped shell. Then you can add the final color/colors when the prime coat is thoroughly dry. Many folks have different opinions about stripping paint from a model. You already have two. Have fun.... Stay cool and run steam..... [ February 20, 2006, 08:08 PM: Message edited by: Powersteamguy1790 ]
I am told it is best to use a white, light grey, or silver primer coat. The white or silver work well for almost any color, and the light grey works well on dark colors. I have used the red primer, but it seems to go on thicker.
What I would do, to avoid more hard Lessons Learned, is use a $3.00 boxcar for your testing. When you are happy with your methods and results, THEN do it on your shell.
