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08/05/2022 10:53 pm
Here are the results so far of putting a convertible top-up on my Yat Ming '66 Cyclone. I went with painting the top black, using a wide brush and acrylic paint. There are several things I wanted to remark on.
(1) I am generally happy with the results, but it probably would have produced a better end look if I had used my airbrush and sprayed the color on. However, I didn't really want to remove the top for this, so I used a brush and masked off certain areas.
(2) The strobe/flash photos highlight several areas that should be touched up or re-coated, as the two coats I used left some thin spots. However, most of these aren't really noticable when viewed normally, so I will limit the touch ups to avoid diminishing returns.
(3) A couple of spots at the rear of the top could benefit from another layer of fill-in material to close gaps visible at low angles.
09/05/2022 2:26 am
Top-up convertibles always look good to me; this one is no exception. This could be a "slippery slope" for you Mike as you're known more for your pics than for your "mods." For your next 1/18 diecast convertible modification I can provide numerous tips for authentically and accurately replicating, in scale, with aluminum & brass, a working "CMC-level" articulating frame and roof rails for that perfect, working 1/18 scale convertible top. You'll love it!
09/05/2022 4:35 am
Has anyone here ever had the Maisto BMW 325 with that amazing working convertible top ?
Not bad for its price. Mike, your Comet looks great !
Steve
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10/05/2022 6:03 pm
Top-up convertibles always look good to me; this one is no exception. This could be a "slippery slope" for you Mike as you're known more for your pics than for your "mods." For your next 1/18 diecast convertible modification I can provide numerous tips for authentically and accurately replicating, in scale, with aluminum & brass, a working "CMC-level" articulating frame and roof rails for that perfect, working 1/18 scale convertible top. You'll love it!
LOL, yes, I am not an experienced modder, so basic projects and maybe a tweak or two with this '66 Cyclone will be probably my limit here ! However, if I do decide to try some particular modification project, Chris, I will certainly check in with you for some tips.
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10/05/2022 6:06 pm
Has anyone here ever had the Maisto BMW 325 with that amazing working convertible top ?
Not bad for its price. Mike, your Comet looks great !
Steve
Thanks, Steve ! I haven't seen in person their BMW 325, but Maisto is certainly capable of really giving value in their bargain price/detail range.