Ok. With that I also have sanded parts in the past before I knew that it could be done with Super Clean. I've also heard that caramel colas have the same effect of removing chrome. I did this but one time over twenty years ago I tried to paint the inside of my bumpers with black paint only to...
I used the Easy-Off. It works but as you said it is only a "one and done" type of solution. I used purple power but nothing happened. Some people say you can use it but that's not Castrol or Super Clean. When I used it nothing happened. Purple power is basically just a household cleaner like...
They've had better references than this on www.studioscalemodelers.com since 2009. I've been a member for a while now. I keep forgetting that site exists. However you have to be a member to see the pictures they've posted.
You didn't take out enough wash?! I don't understand what you're talking about - it looks perfect to me. Sometimes we can be our own worst critic. You did an excellent job! Be proud of your work in all ways. I for one am glad to see that there are some very talented individuals out there...
I had to break this into two separate posts for clarity. I saw that you made individual staves for the sides but they're smooth now. It looks like they still have form but are very muted or diminished in their appearance. Otherwise this has been a very enjoyable thread and these pictures tell a...
You've made a very wise decision! Most of my family has been in the military and have been military brats. You don't want to get into the service unless you're totally dedicated to it in all its' eccentricities. It's not an easy life but one of servitude. The only reward is pride in feeling...
I think you should've gotten at least an award for best original concept. I LOVE that acrylic drumset behind it though. That would be a great piece to go with the wooden guitars that I made from maple and alder. Maybe I'll post pictures of those someday soon. Just as soon as I get the rest of my...