Monogram F-16XL--Finished

[Quaralane]

Re: Monogram F-16XL--WIP

@Grendels,
Still needs some touchups, but it's getting there. May do the nose bit I mentioned in a different color.

@Ace,
It's a really nice color. Just wish I could get in in jars as well as the rattllecans

 

[Chris S]

Re: Monogram F-16XL--WIP

Hi Quaralane ,Sorry to see disaster struck !! ,looks like you are making a good recovery anyhow . For stripping paint easily I normally use stuff called Mr Muscle oven cleaner ...or Fairy Powerspray ,not sure what the equivalent is in the states ,but its quick and easy ,spray it on put model in a bag ,seal the bag and leave for a few hours ...then rinse off ..job done !! ...works on chrome too ;D.
To me it doesnt look like the red over the grey was a problem ,I think its probably your clearcoat ,what are you using ?

Chris.

 

[13aceofspades13]

Re: Monogram F-16XL--WIP

it looks somewhat like a gunmetal finish almost, a really dark reflective metal! it would be a great look for a stealth fighter! but i would paint a coat of flat over first!

 

[Quaralane]

Re: Monogram F-16XL--WIP

To me it doesnt look like the red over the grey was a problem ,I think its probably your clearcoat ,what are you using ?

Actually, Chris, I've used this clearcoat and red combo before without any problems.
The only change was that, this time, I put the red directly over the graphite dust (which is laquer-based), and then used the clear coat.

Clear coat in question is Krylon satin finish

 

[Chris S]

Re: Monogram F-16XL--WIP

Sounds odd ! I've never used Krylon ,so I cant really comment on it ,is it acrylic? ,what base is the red ?

Chris.

 

[Quaralane]

Re: Monogram F-16XL--WIP

The red is an enamel.
The Krylon Crystal Clear is an acrylic. And, like I've mentioned before, I've used the red with the clear before without trouble. But that was the red over a primer coat, not over a metallic.

 

[Quaralane]

Re: Monogram F-16XL--WIP

And, now for a quick update.
Got the red fixed, and went in with some metallic dark blue for the nose wedge and rudder.
Monogram F-16XL-Part 7

 

[Grendels]

Re: Monogram F-16XL--WIP

Looking sharp!!

 

[13aceofspades13]

Re: Monogram F-16XL--WIP

i agree, that thing is looking wicked 8)

 

[Quaralane]

Re: Monogram F-16XL--WIP

Thanks, guys.
I'm looking to start decalling her tonight

 

[Quaralane]

Re: Monogram F-16XL--WIP

And, as promised, we have decals.

After this, all that's left is to remount the ordinance

Monogram F-16XL-Part 8

 

[Grendels]

Re: Monogram F-16XL--WIP

Those decals look really good!

 

[13aceofspades13]

Re: Monogram F-16XL--WIP

that looks sweet 8)

 

[Quaralane]

Re: Monogram F-16XL--WIP

Thanks, guys.
And, just in time for the start of the contest tomorrow, the F-16 XL build is done.
Weapons and drop tanks are mounted, and she's done.

http://i432.photobucket.com/albums/qq45/quaralane/Models/F-16XL-Monogram/mono-f16xl-16.jpg
http://i432.photobucket.com/albums/qq45/quaralane/Models/F-16XL-Monogram/mono-f16xl-17.jpg
http://i432.photobucket.com/albums/qq45/quaralane/Models/F-16XL-Monogram/mono-f16xl-18.jpg
http://i432.photobucket.com/albums/qq45/quaralane/Models/F-16XL-Monogram/mono-f16xl-19.jpg
http://i432.photobucket.com/albums/qq45/quaralane/Models/F-16XL-Monogram/mono-f16xl-20.jpg
http://i432.photobucket.com/albums/qq45/quaralane/Models/F-16XL-Monogram/mono-f16xl-21.jpg
http://i432.photobucket.com/albums/qq45/quaralane/Models/F-16XL-Monogram/mono-f16xl-22.jpg
http://i432.photobucket.com/albums/qq45/quaralane/Models/F-16XL-Monogram/mono-f16xl-23.jpg

Youtube link:
Monogram F-16XL-Part 9-Finale

 

[redraider56]

Re: Monogram F-16XL--WIP

Excellent

 

[13aceofspades13]

Re: Monogram F-16XL--WIP

well done bud, well done

 

[Grendels]

Re: Monogram F-16XL--WIP

A very nice ending!!

 

[Quaralane]

Thanks, guys
I'm really pleased with how things went after the problem I had

 

[JMac]

Cool. Nice finish Q. Looks sharp.

 

[Quaralane]

Thanks, JMac