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Re: South Auckland Junction
Posted: Sat Oct 05, 2019 1:05 pm
by JohnSmithUK
Latest mini update.
Sanded back the filler on my test piece. It felt very smooth by the end. A quick trip to my spray booth and it shows much more work was needed.
This is why I decided to practice this, and it seems to be a good idea.
In other news, my first ever brand new loco has arrived.
Re: South Auckland Junction
Posted: Sat Oct 05, 2019 1:57 pm
by Steve M
Was that car body filler? If so, it’s always going to need a lot of work to ‘lose’ the edge. Try some Deluxe Materials white putty as it is very fine, fast drying and designed for modelling.
Re: South Auckland Junction
Posted: Sat Oct 05, 2019 2:05 pm
by JohnSmithUK
Steve M wrote: ↑Sat Oct 05, 2019 1:57 pm
Was that car body filler? If so, it’s always going to need a lot of work to ‘lose’ the edge. Try some Deluxe Materials white putty as it is very fine, fast drying and designed for modelling.
Milliputt.
Re: South Auckland Junction
Posted: Sat Oct 05, 2019 2:12 pm
by JohnSmithUK
Second effort, much better. Just need more patience when sanding.
Using 60, 120 then 240 papers.
Re: South Auckland Junction
Posted: Sat Oct 05, 2019 2:47 pm
by JohnSmithUK
Framed the openings for the loading docks and staff entrance. Will clip the ends once dry.
Re: South Auckland Junction
Posted: Sat Oct 05, 2019 5:03 pm
by Steve M
JohnSmithUK wrote: ↑Sat Oct 05, 2019 2:05 pm
Steve M wrote: ↑Sat Oct 05, 2019 1:57 pm
Was that car body filler? If so, it’s always going to need a lot of work to ‘lose’ the edge. Try some Deluxe Materials white putty as it is very fine, fast drying and designed for modelling.
Milliputt.
Sets like concrete - too much like hard work.
I would recommend a 400 grit or finer, used ‘wet’ to avoid or minimise scratches. As a comparison, I use 2000 grit to flat car paintwork before buffing.
Re: South Auckland Junction
Posted: Sat Oct 05, 2019 5:35 pm
by JohnSmithUK
Steve M wrote: ↑Sat Oct 05, 2019 5:03 pm
JohnSmithUK wrote: ↑Sat Oct 05, 2019 2:05 pm
Steve M wrote: ↑Sat Oct 05, 2019 1:57 pm
Was that car body filler? If so, it’s always going to need a lot of work to ‘lose’ the edge. Try some Deluxe Materials white putty as it is very fine, fast drying and designed for modelling.
Milliputt.
Sets like concrete - too much like hard work.
I would recommend a 400 grit or finer, used ‘wet’ to avoid or minimise scratches. As a comparison, I use 2000 grit to flat car paintwork before buffing.
I'll pick up some finer paper tomorrow. Thanks.
Given the new Bagnall a run out. So smooth and quiet. I love it.
Re: South Auckland Junction
Posted: Mon Oct 07, 2019 9:58 am
by JohnSmithUK
Is it normal for a feeling of trepidation and dread just before your first ever loco surgery?
Re: South Auckland Junction
Posted: Mon Oct 07, 2019 10:32 am
by Walkingthedog
No I don’t think so.
Re: South Auckland Junction
Posted: Mon Oct 07, 2019 10:56 am
by JohnSmithUK
The patient appears to have survived, and a missing ladder has been transplanted. A little tidying to do, but all ok.