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Post by luckydoug on Jan 24, 2015 11:48:57 GMT -5
I am looking for any helpful hints, shortcuts or suggestions on how to use bare metal foil. I am trying to apply it around 1/25 car windows. I am getting the job done but it makes me want to go on a mad rampage everytime I attempt to use this stuff.
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Post by fordrodnkustom on Jan 24, 2015 14:45:01 GMT -5
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Post by luckydoug on Jan 24, 2015 14:50:56 GMT -5
Thanks Ford
I will check-out the links. Any little tip may be the thing that keeps me from going crazy.
I just recently got back into building and I do not do any of the amazing stuff I see on this forum. I simply build mostly box stock but I would like to be able to do foil for that added touch.
thanks again
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Post by TooOld on Jan 25, 2015 12:38:12 GMT -5
Along with patience and a new blade , it does take a little practice so don't give up it doesn't look as good as you think it should .
Another thing to remember : If you don't like the way a piece looks , remove it and try another piece . Don't worry about wasting any foil , that sheet will last a lot longer than you think !
If you go to the links above you'll learn everything you need to get started !
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Post by Mr.409 on Jan 25, 2015 16:11:40 GMT -5
As Bob said, it's a good thing that you can always do it all over again if you're not happy with the results. I think you don't actually need a new blade every time when you are foiling, but it's a good idea to change it pretty often. I've foiled usually 2-3 cars with the same blade, but not more. This might depend on the blade that you're using, though. Overall it's not that hard...It takes just a lot of patience.  |
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Post by luckydoug on Jan 30, 2015 17:56:18 GMT -5
Thanks guys, your advice gave me the push I needed to try it again and I was successful!
I foiled a '49 merc and although it was far from perfect, I am generally happy with the results. And I think that within two or three more kits I will have it down.
Thanks again, the links really helped.
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Post by joshua on Jan 30, 2015 23:48:03 GMT -5
So i was reading an article about using kitchen aluminum foil??? Is there much difference is it easier or harder? I think that I am going to try and use the foil on the general lee that I am working on currently. Any info would be appreciated!!!!
THanks,
Josh
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Post by IceMan Collections on Jan 31, 2015 20:46:50 GMT -5
Kitchen foil is way to thick and it won't stick to the plastic. I recommend BMF
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