@Quarter Gauger 48 posted:

Joel, does this look like the pen you have'...? The net is loaded with many different types and prices'..

Hobby Lobby has them also in different sizes. They work very well

I see that Lee'.. Amazon has them too'.. No Hobby Lobby in my area'.. I just want to  make sure it is the correct item

Molotow Liquid Chrome Alcohol Paint Pump Marker, 2mm, 1 Each

@Quarter Gauger 48 posted:

I see that Lee'.. Amazon has them too'.. No Hobby Lobby in my area'.. I just want to  make sure it is the correct item

Molotow Liquid Chrome Alcohol Paint Pump Marker, 2mm, 1 Each

Ted. You really need a Hobby Lobby in your area. Mine is about 15 minutes away. Have you used them on any of your vehicles?

@JDFonz posted:

Here’s my after pics on the Corgi Plymouth wagon. Went with a dk. blue with a bronze top. Rather unconventional color combo, but I like to try different paint jobs. I also made use of some new chrome paint on the side trim and bumpers

JD. That turned out nice you did a great job on it. Ok I’m ready for the next one

Yes Ted it looks like that, mine is a 4mm. The whole pen is black, no label on it. They called it liquid chrome at the store. It really is amazing.

@lee drennen posted:

Ted. You really need a Hobby Lobby in your area. Mine is about 15 minutes away. Have you used them on any of your vehicles?

No Lee, I wish we had one, but we don't.  No hobby shops either.  They all went belly up a few years ago'.. But it was always difficult to get scratch building supplies.  I get almost everything online. With the exception of a few things in Michaels..  I have spent a lot of money on shipping.. Too much. but I have no choice, or go with out it...

@JDFonz posted:

Yes Ted it looks like that, mine is a 4mm. The whole pen is black, no label on it. They called it liquid chrome at the store. It really is amazing.

I'm pretty sure that is the one. Just ordered one from Amazon'... Great reviews from modeers'... Thanks for tip Joel'.. 😃👍

Hobby Lobby carries Liquid Chrome and it is truly amazing. Comes in at least three tip widths.  I'd like to see something like it in gold, brass, and copper.

Joel the wagon turned out looking great! I like the idea of the Chrome pen. I will have to see what I can find around here if not on the net.

Well I got a coat of paint on my fire engine and I really don't know if I like the dark red, its all I had on hand that would work. I had a can of lighter red but the can wouldn't spray! Anyways here are a couple photos.

Forty Rod,

Sharpie has gold, silver, and, I believe brass (or bronze?) markers sold separately or as a set.  Staples stocks them.

My time is booked through the weekend but I've been meaning to try the silver one on some 1:43 models with side mirrors that the manufacturers painted over.

I can report that they work well on plastic amd the metallic effect seems "true" for the width. The tips are the usual narrow Sharpie marker width, so good for small detailing.

Tomlinson Run Railroad

Hi Mike, being a former firefighter, I think your red is spot on.

Pick up a chrome pen, it’s a really dramatic difference from silver paint.

@mike g. posted:

Joel the wagon turned out looking great! I like the idea of the Chrome pen. I will have to see what I can find around here if not on the net.

Well I got a coat of paint on my fire engine and I really don't know if I like the dark red, its all I had on hand that would work. I had a can of lighter red but the can wouldn't spray! Anyways here are a couple photos.

Mike that turned out great looks like a smooth paint job

Thanks Joel and Lee, One small problem Joel. I repainted it before I seen your comment so here are the 2 side by side. If you think I should go back to the darker red no problem as 3 coats wont hurt it! LOL

Oh and by the way I got the glass polished out!

Hate to say it Mike, but the second one looks a little pink to me. But you know if you like it, that’s all that matters. On your windscreen did you try the floor polish trick? It works great and you’ll have enough in the bottle for about 4000 vehicles!

@JDFonz posted:

Hate to say it Mike, but the second one looks a little pink to me. But you know if you like it, that’s all that matters. On your windscreen did you try the floor polish trick? It works great and you’ll have enough in the bottle for about 4000 vehicles!

Hi Joel, Like I said I have no problem painting it again! Just putting it out there. The second color  matches closer to one I already have on hand, or at least it did when it was wet. I haven't looked at it since I painted it this morning. I will check it out.

As for the window, I haven't tried the floor polish yet as we have none here. LOL

Hi Joel, here is what I was comparing the color too.

By the way, keep in mind that different monitors or screens may show colors in a photo differently.  For example, my laptop shows the nicely matching side-by-side fire trucks with a slight cast (only because I had a hint to look for it , while my big monitor that the laptop is connected to shows a nice solid red.  Your (color) mileage may vary depending on your display.

TRRR

Mike, I like whichever red you like'...😁 They both look good to me'.. Nice paint job'...

Mike, to my eye, the new paint job looks very close to the rescue truck!  Shade may vary slightly in different light, but who's measuring...looks great

Yup, you know Mike that shot from the top of those vehicles they really are matched up pretty darn close. I’d stick with it.  But you gotta be happy with it. Whatever looks good to you.

Can’t wait to see the finished product!

@TomlinsonRunRR posted:

Forty Rod,

Sharpie has gold, silver, and, I believe brass (or bronze?) markers sold separately or as a set.  Staples stocks them.

My time is booked through the weekend but I've been meaning to try the silver one on some 1:43 models with side mirrors that the manufacturers painted over.

I can report that they work well on plastic amd the metallic effect seems "true" for the width. The tips are the usual narrow Sharpie marker width, so good for small detailing.

Tomlinson Run Railroad

Yeah, but the tips are humongous.  Hard to de small detailed work with them.

Hi guys thanks for your opinion's I think I am going to leave it the color it is now, but I still have a lot to do. After looking at it there is a bunch of detail from the hose reals on both sides the pump panel on the back, and the hose beds on each side of the pump panel. LOL not to mention the front grill and head lights. I think I will wait till I get my liquid Chrome pen I ordered from Amazon.

One thing I am bummed about is that even with the light coat on the bottom the imprint of Dinky disappears, I guess I will get over it!

I hope you all have a great Friday and a wonderful weekend!

Mike, sometimes I take some 3M cloth to the bottom side and that will make the lettering silver, then coat with flat or gloss coat..just a thought.

Hey Tom, the pens that I have come in 1mm, 2 mm and 4mm tips. Also, sometimes I will use a 5 ought brush with paint taken from the tip of the pen. Then you can really get the details.

Joel

Added a '47 Chrysler Town & Country to the layout today...stopping by forhold the relish on 2

@Capetrainman posted:

Added a '47 Chrysler Town & Country to the layout today...stopping by forhold the relish on 2

Great scene Paul'.. You have some very interesting little people, and they sure like their DOGS'.... Nice looking Chrysler'...

1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.  This was a car just like my mom had.  I learned to drive in that Vista Cruiser.  It became my car to drive when my mom passed away from cancer when I was in high school.

Thanks Ted...a dog once in a while is a great thing!

Lionlman...great scene...the griller looks serious with the chef's hat on!  Curious to know the manufacturer of the "Olds" Vista Cruiser?  I'm guessing maybe a Goldvarg, if my spelling is close??

@Capetrainman posted:

Thanks Ted...a dog once in a while is a great thing!

Lionlman...great scene...the griller looks serious with the chef's hat on!  Curious to know the manufacturer of the "Olds" Vista Cruiser?  I'm guessing maybe a Goldvarg, if my spelling is close??

Ted:

It is a Goldvarg.

Neal Jeter

@Capetrainman posted:

Added a '47 Chrysler Town & Country to the layout today...stopping by forhold the relish on 2

Nice figures. I know the hot dog guy. Who are the other figures made by?

West Side Joe...I believe some Artista and some Preiser...the guy in the blue overcoat near the right front fender of the car is an "Omen," I believe

@Lionlman posted:

Ted:

It is a Goldvarg.

Neal Jeter

Thanks Neil...I noticed that brand on line...very fine detail and a nice assortment of "station wagons" of the 50's and 60's...

@JDFonz posted:

Hey Tom, the pens that I have come in 1mm, 2 mm and 4mm tips. Also, sometimes I will use a 5 ought brush with paint taken from the tip of the pen. Then you can really get the details.

Joel

Okey doke.  I'll look again.

Thanks.

Tom

Joel, thanks for the idea, I will give it a try.

Paul, wonderful scene and great looking Chrysler!

Lionlman. Nice car, I an old Buick wagon that I learned in, floated like a ship in water going down the road! LOL

Well I got my tires yesterday, but I am no where near ready for them, but its nice to know I have them now! Not bad, but not great either at $1 per tire.

This morning I rebuilt this Speccast White W22 UP truck. I added some Microscale decals and scratch built a deck plate and fifth wheel plate and carriage repainted the frame. I’m waiting for the Air Horns to dry then off to the Layout.

Lee, now that is a sharp tractor...detailed graphics and UP colors are winners!  The 5th wheel creation looks real to me...once the air horns get up there, stand clear. Solid rubber on the rear...re-treads or brand new??

Paul. Thanks for the complement. Now this  is “Uncle Pete” we’re talking about no recaps here to damage equipment when throwing  a gator 😉

I love the White W22!!!

Very nice Lee, love the U.P. Livery.