New: Painting & Weathering

Thinning Vallejo Model Air vs Model Color

Vallejo Model Air requires for airbrushing. For Model Color, mix at a 1:1 ratio with Vallejo Airbrush Thinner. Add 2-3 drops of Vallejo Flow Improver...

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Scribing Panel Lines with RB Productions Tools

For precise panel line scribing, use RB Productions tools. Hold the scriber at a 45° angle, applying gentle pressure. Start at one end of the panel...

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New: Materials & Supplies

Choosing the Right Cement for ABS vs Polystyrene

Tamiya Extra Thin Cement bonds polystyrene perfectly by melting the plastic together, but it struggles with ABS parts found in many modern kits...

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Fixing Silvered Decals After They Have Dried

Silvered decals happen when air is trapped under the decal. To fix after drying: apply Mr. Mark Softer generously over the decal, wait 10 min...

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New: Assembly & Construction

Assembling Multi-Part Gun Barrels: Trumpeter vs AFV Club

For Trumpeter kits, attach the smallest barrel section first using Tamiya Extra Thin Cement, then align and glue subsequent sections...

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New: Painting & Weathering

Airbrushing Vallejo Model Air — Pressure Control

Vallejo Model Air is thinner than Model Color, requiring a higher pressure for airbrushing. Start with 1.5-2.0 bar pressure using an Iwata HP-...

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New: Tools & Techniques

The Two-Cut Method with GodHand SPN-120 Nippers

GodHand SPN-120 Ultimate Nippers have razor-sharp edges that leave almost no stress mark, but they are fragile and will chip if used on thick gate...

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New: Materials & Supplies

Choosing the Right Glue for Different Plastics

For polystyrene, use Tamiya Extra Thin Cement (Item 87001) to melt the plastic together. For ABS parts, switch to Tamiya Cement (Item 87003) due...

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Removing Old Paint from Kits

To remove old paint without damaging kit parts, use a mixture of water and dish soap. Soak the parts in the solution for 10-15 minutes, then gently scrub wit...

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New: Assembly & Construction

Assembling Multi-Part Gun Barrels (Trumpeter, AFV Club)

For multi-part gun barrels like Trumpeter's 1/35 M1A2 SEP or AFV Club's 1/48 Tiger I, dry-fit parts first. Apply Tamiya Extra Thin Ce...

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New: Painting & Weathering

Thinning Vallejo Model Air vs Model Color

Vallejo Model Air is designed for airbrushing and doesn't require thinning. For Model Color, mix at a 2:1 ratio with Vallejo Airbrush Thinner (71.261...

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New: Tools & Techniques

Scribing Panel Lines with RB Productions Panel Line Tool

For crisp panel lines, use RB Productions panel line tool. First, lightly scribe with the 0.3mm tool on raised details, then deepen with...

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New: Materials & Supplies

Choosing the Right Glue for Different Plastics

For polystyrene (PS) parts common in most kits, use Tamiya Extra Thin Cement (Item 87001). For ABS parts found in some modern kits, use Tamiya Ce...

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New: Troubleshooting & Pro Tips

Removing Old Paint from Plastic Model Kits

To strip old paint from plastic kits, use a chemical stripper like Vallejo Model Color Thinner (50% solution). Apply with a brush, wait 15 minu...

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New: Assembly & Construction

Aligning Wing Parts with a Meng Jig

For multi-part wings like Meng's Bf 109E, use their dedicated jig to ensure perfect alignment. Attach the jig to your work surface. Place the wing parts...

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