MCW spray out for the Camaro! Jamaica blue metallic.

[@michaelcooke2559]

The MCW paint looks really nice. Thanks for sharing.

[@modelbuildingcorner]

Thanks for watching!

[@davidorr6627]

Hi Joe. I think your MCW is not thinned enough. It looks like it's got a bit of orange peel. Try thinning it a bit more until it starts spraying nicely. Metallic are also a problem as the flakes can block the nozzle. I almost always use SMS Premium Acrylics for most of my painting. For high gloss finishes I always put a bit of their leveller in the paint to slow the drying a little bit. It will spray nicely straight from the bottle as it is already quite thin. I wouldn't steer clear of acrylics just based on your experience with the Createx. But I would steer clear of water based acrylics. I used some water based Vallejo on one kit and the paint was very soft even after it had dried for a long time. With the SMS paints, they dry very fast as they are mostly toluene and acetone based. They will be touch dry in 20 seconds and you can put plenty of coats on in one session. Most of the time I can completely cover the car in one session and only do more coats if I get a bit of dust in the paint and sanding it makes it a bit thin. If it comes out good on the first session I just give it a few coats of SMS super clear, again with leveller added. When painting metallics over a gloss black base, usually I want a thin coat to get the best effect. I screw in the trigger stop to avoid getting full pressure, but some of them need a bit more needle travel to prevent blockages. It's all a matter of experimentation.

[@modelbuildingcorner]

Great information thank you.

[@LambchopBuilds]

This is your brain, this is your brain working on models. You can always mix more of the paint and thinner / reducer and place in an empty jar, put the hardener in it later. I always mix some touch up paint / have some extra. Look at getting some Mr. Color leveling thinner...it works wonders with MCW paints. You'll want to put the hardeners in a new empty Tamiya jar...I learned that from Kreg. I spray my MCW with .5 needle. 1:1 with thinner, spray about 6-8 inches out. 18-20pi. I know we all do different things though. What works for 1 may not work for another. 5th edit.... Check the tip/cap of your gun. I dip mine in a little lacquer thinner to help clean the cap and swab with a q-tip. I spray primer, paint, clear etc...cleaning with thinner between uses. When I am done with all work, model is done, I disassemble and clean. If you add another gun, get the Gaahleri BarbatosRex gun....and .5 Fan cap.

[@Bruces-Eclectic-World]

Well said my friend and yes that air brush is awesome with the .07 needle for spraying metallic paint... That was the reason I bought mine and I find it is a awesome addition to my rack... Lol LLAP 🖖

[@theintake8961]

Good advice Lamb Chop!

[@modelbuildingcorner]

Thanks Dustin great information. I do have the leveling thinner on the way from hobby nut. I think I got the airbrush cleaned much better after the video. I was actually still getting primer out of it after spraying color.

[@MetalMania3DTV-TAS-AUS]

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[@modelbuildingcorner]

Thank you so much 👍

[@dacuzzz6951]

hi Joe... i had the same issue with the hardener... try adjusting the needle to get a wider pattern...nice color... thx 4 sharing.. vinny

[@modelbuildingcorner]

Thanks Vinny. I got the card yesterday. I will make mention in next video.

[@theintake8961]

If you are going to continue to use MCW paints, i think you should follow Lamb Chops advice. I believe he nailed it. David for a good job too. 😎👍

[@modelbuildingcorner]

Thanks for the tip!

[@johndarch9315]

Bravo. for airbrushing. Great job. I wish I had good results on the first try.

[@modelbuildingcorner]

I did airbrush one other body. The white Mustang. Thank you.

[@1968fordman]

Looking good so far. Wish I could help you, but sounds like you figured it out.

[@modelbuildingcorner]

Thank you. I guess we will no for sure when I paint the body lol.

[@JohnPol]

You should put your paint threw a filter to make sure there is no clumps in your paint

[@victormartinez5256]

Very good

[@modelbuildingcorner]

Thanks

[@edwardnash7411]

Nice BUILD 🐎Mr. ED Says Just Have Fun Modeling

[@modelbuildingcorner]

Thanks, will do! Thanks Mr Ed

[@hoytwhitmore8872]

Just Keep On And You Will Get It Good Luck SIR

[@modelbuildingcorner]

Thank you, I will

[@nitroAl67]

You should try scale finishes paint , it’s already pre mixed ready to paint , got some great colors!! House of Kolor paints.

[@modelbuildingcorner]

Yes I've been told. I will definitely be looking into some colors of scale finishes.

[@modelbehavior3252]

I have a couple of tips for you. First, get some plastic spoons for testing your paints, mixtures, pressures, etc… Second, I think you need a better airbrush. I saw inconsistencies in the pattern and “spitting”, which could be too much pressure, but even with pressure cranked up it should have a consistent cone. A double action airbrush with a .4-.5mm needle will give you greater control and higher quality gives you more consistency. A compressor with a tank will help too. Third, clean your spraybooth filter more often. With what I see in this video it’s probably down 1/3 of its capacity and no hobby is worth your health. Always wear a proper respirator too. Forth, if you’re spraying metallics you’ll almost always have a slightly rough surface, they polish best with a clearcoat. If you’re painting solid colors, skip the clear coat and just cut and polish the paint. You’ll have a much more accurate finish. Have fun with it, no matter what!

[@modelbuildingcorner]

Thank you for the tips. I appreciate it.

[@terrysanders8092]

Nice ❤

[@modelbuildingcorner]

Thanks 🔥

[@samuelvasquez8170]

I think you should be using PSI 30 to 35 for enamel paints.

[@modelbuildingcorner]

The problem was my airbrush was dirtier than I thought. I missed a lot of residue.

[@772ModelGarage]

Looks good, it battled you though!

[@modelbuildingcorner]

I know! But I am happy with the results. Thank you.

[@Bruces-Eclectic-World]

Well Jue, if the needle/ tip is not clogged then it is something else... What size is the needle? Metallic takes a .05 or better and yes it can still be too thick. Metallic is a but hard to paint with as the flakes tend to clog the needle up... Keep going Joe, you will get it. Also you will need at least 20 lbs plus on the on the air pressure. All paint should be milk thin as a rule... I switch between paints and primers all the time with a lacquer cleaning and a full tear down at the end... That is what works for Me... 😁 LLAP 🖖

[@modelbuildingcorner]

Thanks Bruce I appreciate it.

[@Bruces-Eclectic-World]

@@modelbuildingcorner Your welcome! LLAP 🖖

[@edwardnash7411]

They say to thin it like milk

[@moparnut6286]

😎👍

[@stevegrenot5289]

In the video it looks grainy. Are you using a leveling thinner. I'm using Mr color leveling thinner 400.Look at the photo I sent you Of the black 71 mustang for and example on how the paint should lay down. The Model master paint I use, I've been told is about the same as MCW. I hope thing work out.

[@modelbuildingcorner]

I've got the Mr color leveling thinner ordered. On this I just used Tamiya for now.

[@JHartModelworks]

A .3mm is all i use, i have never had an issue with spraying a metallic unless it's was some junk 1:1 car paint with massive flake. Model grade paints like splash, scale finishes, mcw should not have an issue with a 0 3. I can't tell you much about mcw enamels as i hate enamel paint. It's sounds like it's not thin enough. The lacquers cover and are thinned and ready to spray if i remember.

[@modelbuildingcorner]

Awesome thanks Justin. I think your right on the MCW lacquers are ready to spray. After a full breakdown after spraying the MCW I was still pulling out the AK primer. I am getting another airbrush for just lacquer and enamels. And keeping the current brush as a primer only.

[@JHartModelworks]

@Joethemodelbuilder I'm not sure about the ak. I know ump and ammo 1 shot are just re-branded stynelrez. I used to use it all the time, and after a few months, it would start forming clumps that clogged the brush up. I switched to a lacquer based priner abd have been very happy with it. Best of luck with the paint. It looks like a really nice color.

[@modelbuildingcorner]

I appreciate ya buddy!

[@rondill1956]

I like the color. I think you need to thin the paint a little more. Just my opinion.

[@modelbuildingcorner]

Thanks Ron.

[@samuelvasquez8170]

How did the Createx paint sample come out? I did some reading about those paints and it’s a different painting experience.

[@modelbuildingcorner]

The createx came out good. Just wasn't the color I wanted.

[@GrandNational66]

Is the needle adjustment at the bach adjust spray pattern?

[@modelbuildingcorner]

Yes I had it set for full. Thanks

[@GrandNational66]

Hot water to unseal the paint lids

[@modelbuildingcorner]

Thanks.

[@samuelvasquez8170]

PSI may be too low.

[@modelbuildingcorner]

Dirty airbrush

[@kevinsmith7697]

Do you strain your paint ? Most paint is dirt ridden! That will stop all the airbrush fun in a second! Few drops extra thinner doesn’t hurt either. I strain all paint except primer. but we sand primer anyways! Usually spray @ 15-20 psi with trigger pushed. 😎🫡🇺🇸

[@modelbuildingcorner]

I don't strain the paint. I know some people do.