Modeling 101: Putty Basics
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- Опубликовано: 8 сен 2024
- Knowing how to properly apply putty to your model kit is essential for filling any gaps that may have appeared during your build. Learning to do this like a pro will give your model kit an astonishing level of realism. Watch Jack Lynch show you how to do it!
What I use to fill in seam lines, tiny imperfections or spots where the styrene didn't fill the mold, I take the remains of the Tamiya liquid cement, the last maybe 15% left in the bottom of the bottle, and I put small pieces of the plastic sprues from the kits into the bottle of cement which turns to liquid plastic and it works beautifully for any modeling needs you have!
Seriously, I've been doing it for a few years now and it's much better than any model filler or putty on the market and it's so easy to work with you won't believe why you hadn't thought of it sooner.
I was staring at the bottle one evening with about a 5th of the liquid cement in the bottom of the bottle all cloudy and ugly looking, cuz it's not clear after so much use, and I saw some sprue trash on my work bench and I thought... what if I cut the sprues into little pieces and placed it in the liquid cement, would it make a decent plastic goop or putty and it worked great!
If you want thicker, add lots of sprue plastic and less if you want it thinner. Either way it is the perfect filler for lines, seams, cracks, you name it and guys it works beautifully, you'll see if you give it a try.
How long does it stay good for once you add the plastic ? Week,month ?
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This needs more upvotes! It's genius. In theory it's a perfect method for accomplishing the same result as putty.
THANKS ALOT JACK!
I am beginner and have just started modelling . My first model model didn't turn up perfect but i have watched your videos for beginners and know i think i got it and it will turn out preety well.
I use Vallejo putty and Mr. Surfacer 500, 1000, 1200. With each you can spread it on the seam, let it dry, then take a Qtip and dip it in cellulose thinner and spin it while going over the seam and it will remove any excess while leaving the putty in the crease to fill. Super easy.
I have some of the AK modeling putty which I think is similar. This makes it seem so much easier than I was worried about. Thank you!
Thanks so much, just what i needed to start my 1/10 scale Rock Crawler Truck body :)
Thank you Jack for sharing! Clean and precise work, like it.
Thank you, it really helped me building my 747 :)
I haven't used the Vallejo putty yet, going to get some to give it a try
how long do we wait for it to dry though? The package on Tamiya putty says 17 hours, which seems kinda unreasonable :p
Realy help full
What is the best putty exactly for modeling, I use Revell, but am not completely satisfied about this brand, looking for putty (ore a better brand) that is more liquid, who can give me the right answer?
i'd like to know that as well!!!
Thank you for sharing
Great video!
Thank You for sharing.
Can this be used for diecast models which have gaps and screw holes which I would like to fill in? thanks
Will tamiya basic putty shrink under primer/paint ?
Will it reactive under laquer primer/paint ?
Please sanding and coating process from primer to the clear :) ur the best
It takes a long time to do a video like that. 20 minutes minimum for a good quality walkthrough. It's all about prep work, sanding, priming, more sanding, base coat, color sanding, clear coat, clear coat sanding, buffing and polishing and waxing the kit for exceptional results lol
I wonder if a clear or white epoxy would work for an alternative?
Thanks for info🌹🌹
Hi
Nice work!
I have seen people will use some kind of putty to use in masking off before paint. Then pull it out when everything is dry. Do you know what this is called so I could order some?
Has anyone tried pva glue with bicarb of soda? As a fine surface seam filler?
Can this be used for large fillings? Like a cutout in a fender for a spare tire?
Good stuff. How strong is the putty compared to the wood? Of course acrylic gets strong. Turns into plastic. Lets say u fix a baseball bat with it. Extreme example maybe but still. A big hole like 1 cm deep and 2cm wide. Then sand it and paint it? Would you get away with that?
What happens if you use car body putty on a plastic model?
What technique do you use to put squadron putty on you kits. Squadron is not as flexible as Tamiya putty.
Miguel Jimenez1 second ago Mr. Camaro 73 here, Hi like your videos very helpful, Like to ask a question about model kits. I'm new at this and like to know if you have to sand and Prime all the pieces in a model kit. Like all the small pieces from the kit. Just a little confused on this part. I know you scuff the body and prime it and sand it. But the chassis and rest I don't know. Please let me know if your so kind. And do you sand all the parts if you primer them.Thank You
You don't have to sand every single part. Just the body. You'll want to wash the parts in mild dish detergent and water to clean up and get rid of any excess mold release agent so that way the primer/paint will adhere to the plastic better. It's up to you if you want to prime every single part. Obviously you want to prime the body parts before painting so that way the primer will get rid of any excess small scratches from prepping and sanding the body. Make sure you use a good primer. I typically like using Dupli-Color sandable primer in white and gray or Tamiya surface primer. Get a good spray paint too. Tamiya makes excellent rattle can paints. If you're brave enough in the future, a good quality Iwata double-action airbrush are very forgiving for getting exceptional paint finishes.
How do I always seem to get the product that no one uses, lol. I picked up some Mr white putty from home Depot, ran into some frustrations, went to RUclips and every video I click on uses everything BUT this one, lol
What grit sandpaper do you recommend?
I've heard about 4 different pronunciations of Tamiya now
I'm using "vallejo" putty on a truck model , but it seems it rips when I try to sand it. I thought it supposed to dry hard.? Is it old putty ? I only bought it a month ago. But i do have some tamiya putty , i haven't tried that yet. Is it a better putty ?