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16/04/2019 4:32 am
Pix: Kubiak Texaco update
I have painted the roof and primed the structure. Next step is to paint the walls white. I have tried to use poster board for the interior and back wall but find it too flimsy. I will dig out my kids legos (they are adults now) and see how these will work. I found a suggestion online to use Rust-Oleum texture spray paint for the asphalt. I think it will work. It requires significant shaking in order to mix the particles thoroughly with the paint. I will probably try a darker color or over spray with flat black. I painted the sign posts flat black but upon research found that they were also painted white. I have some warpage issues to solve as well. photo no longer available
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16/04/2019 4:52 am
Very Inspirational .... You've got me thinking now ... I like what you've done so far
Thanks for the info
The pix help as well
I think you are on the right track
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16/04/2019 5:20 am
Almost an exact replica of the Texaco I worked at in high school back in 69 & 70
Mark
16/04/2019 7:36 am
Tim, looking great. And, as an upside, your roof will NEVER rust!!
16/04/2019 12:55 pm
It looks just like my Dad's Gulf station back on Long Island. Sold it back in 75.
16/04/2019 2:35 pm
Rustoleum works
I've used their textured paint to simulate pavement in some dioramas:
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17/04/2019 3:49 am
A replica of my dads gas station 1953-1971, Cleveland
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