Diecast model repairs and remidies!!

[steve k]

Guys n gals, Post your tricks of the trade here, and any questions you may have, as someone here will surely be able to assist you, and also tips you have may indeed help others out too.

[steve k]

Heres one I learnt today!! A soft white ereaser will remove most rubbing from cradle marks from your diecast model. Ive tried it and heck it really works!!! Used Staedtler Rasorplast </font>eraser and it worked a treat.
Avail from most newsagents, art stores, supermarkets etc,

Thanks to Nick at Jetway Models for this invalueable tip!!</font>
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[amesmj]

Most of you will already know that we use Acetone to remove decals from diecast models, but did you know that by using Metal Polish and a rubber tipped tool you can remove all the marks that the Acetone leaves behind and it will not mark the decals you wish to keep.



I use Solvol Metal polish and a Clay sculpting tool bought from the Hobby Store, the model also buffs up well with a clean cotton cloth.

[Aviation Delight]

Good tip Steve and thanks

[Ansettman08]

Phoenix's infamous tail heavy 747's. This problem is usually caused by loose gears so what I do is get some blue tac and a pin, roll very small balls and stuff them under the gear bases and then get some Selley's araldite (or metal glue) and apply it with a toothpick (sharp ended one). Make sure it sits right first with the blue tac.

[derailed]

i have a tube of this stuff here<div>very difficult to get here</div><div>i use it alot to polish clear plastic
1/1 automobile headlights are clear plastic and turn white with time</div><div>this brings it back to new condition fast</div><div>
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[Polynesian Airlines]

Hey guys, do you have any 1:400 747 blank decal templates??? Just after the passenger windows, doors ect... any help would be greatly appreciated and cost saving. Cheers.

[Jolly-Roger]

Hey guys, do you have any 1:400 747 blank decal templates??? Just after the passenger windows, doors ect... any help would be greatly appreciated and cost saving. Cheers.

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<DIV></DIV>What do you mean by blank Jason??. If your 747 has a white body the I could create decals if I knew exactly what you wanted.(but have constraints/limitations)

[Polynesian Airlines]

Hey guys, do you have any 1:400 747 blank decal templates??? Just after the passenger windows, doors ect... any help would be greatly appreciated and cost saving. Cheers.

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<div></div>What do you mean by blank Jason??. If your 747 has a white body the I could create decals if I knew exactly what you wanted.(but have constraints/limitations)

Hey mate, im after are the windows and doors and cargo doors for 747-400 1:400 scale as well as the outline of the tail. I only need the file and I can do the rest via photoshop. Just thought id ask here first to see if anyone had one already available.

[Polynesian Airlines]

Hey guys, do you have any 1:400 747 blank decal templates??? Just after the passenger windows, doors ect... any help would be greatly appreciated and cost saving. Cheers.

<div></div>
<div></div>What do you mean by blank Jason??. If your 747 has a white body the I could create decals if I knew exactly what you wanted.(but have constraints/limitations)

Hey mate, im after are the windows and doors and cargo doors for 747-400 1:400 scale as well as the outline of the tail. I only need the file and I can do the rest via photoshop. Just thought id ask here first to see if anyone had one already available.

Hey Mike,

Ive given it a go myself.... bare in mind the white will not print. Planing on getting these printed on a clear decal sheet. This will be my first attempt on a 1:400 scale model and decided to use the easiest Air New Zealand livery I know..... any tips mate would be greatly appreciated.

[fleetlordatvar]

what Kind of paint should i use on diecast; it's been recommended i use testors.