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2 Foot gauge tractor loco in 1/16th scale

Started by Chuck Doan, March 02, 2015, 06:42:29 PM

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Chuck Doan

Thanks Dave! Interesting idea. I am planning a multi-layer finish, and I'm hoping all this will still be visible afterwards. Lot's of paint tests to do first.

"They're most important to me. Most important. All the little details." -Joseph Cotten, Shadow of a Doubt





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Peter_T1958

I don't know about all of you, but I what confuses me is the fact, that there is no slightest sign of imperfection in Chuck's work. Yes, yes, Chuck, I know you are doing a lot of tests first  ;)
But compared to what I am able to do myself and to what I see in severeal forums around, there is no light and shade in your work. I am always striving to show here my work in its best light, but ... I do know (of course) what I failed to achieve.
So, hats off to such outstanding results!


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finescalerr

I'm sure you will see the imperfections, light, and shade soon, Peter. Chuck hasn't detailed or painted anything yet. Just wait! -- Russ

Chuck Doan

Better late than never...one year old!



Many happy returns!



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TRAINS1941

Well Happy Birthday Chuck!!

May your second year be filled with more wonderful accomplishments...

Jerry
Why isn't there mouse-flavored cat food?
George Carlin

Chuck Doan

Thanks Jerry!



Front mount, part 2. When I had the first mount printed and cast, I omitted the little ribs that the Fordson axle had alongside each hole. This was because they were smaller than the minimum detail size. But after I saw how nicely it came out, I submitted a second model with the proper detail and crossed my fingers. This is how it looks after some sanding and a couple of test primer coats have been removed. I added a couple of 00-90 brass bolt heads to the top, and some pins to the bottom side that will key into my frame.


"They're most important to me. Most important. All the little details." -Joseph Cotten, Shadow of a Doubt





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Ray Dunakin

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finescalerr

I doubt anything could look any better. -- Russ

Bill Gill

That turned out well. Nice to see that crossing your fingers is a viable aid for pushing the envelope on resolution :)

michael mott

Chuck it is always such a pleasure to follow along with your work, you commitment to achieving a particular effect is one of the great aspects of you models. being able to create a convincing sloppy welding job by leaving the welding splatter just blew me away.

Michael

Sami


TRAINS1941

Like I said.  Year two and we have raised the bar even higher.

Excellent work Chuck.

Jerry
Why isn't there mouse-flavored cat food?
George Carlin

Chuck Doan

Thanks! I was pleased that the details printed, and survived casting. I didn't think to factor in any shrinkage, but it seems to fit.

"They're most important to me. Most important. All the little details." -Joseph Cotten, Shadow of a Doubt





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Chuck Doan

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Beginning the scary part. I found time finally to get the base coat on my frame. I used Tamiya TS-1 Red Brown from the spray can. It goes on thin and smooth. From testing, I found that it is impervious to burn thorough from chipping techniques. I am currently testing different paints to use for the final coat.

I built a simple stand to hold the frame for painting and final weathering.




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EZnKY

Eric Zabilka
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