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                        My next project....and a question

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                        Anonymous
                        • Member since
                          November 2005
                        My next project....and a question
                        Posted by Anonymous on Wednesday, June 4, 2003 7:15 AM
                        Since my M1A1 parts are on order, here is my next project:



                        I bought the Verlinden "Street Corner" diorama for my Tiger1.



                        My question, is there a proper way to clean resin before painting / primering? On smaller parts that I have used, I did the basic soap and water, without any problems. With the many intricate details (and this diorama is filled with them Tongue [:P] ) should I clean differently? I have heard of people using everything from soapy water to Westley's "Bleche- Wite" and Castrol Super Clean (which I have used, in the past, to strip paint)

                        Any suggestions......Can't wait to get this started!! Soooo many details to paint, gotta love it Big Smile [:D]

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                        Moses
                        • Member since
                          February 2003
                        • From: Long Island
                        Posted by Moses on Wednesday, June 4, 2003 8:37 AM
                        First off, great choice for your next project. That kit is awesome IMO. As for working with resin, I always wash it with soapy water first, to rid the surface of any chemiclas from the molding process. Then let it dry overnight. Other then that, you will need to prime the resin so your paint will adhere properly. Use a white or light grey prime. This is what I always do with any resin, regardless if it is a resin helmet, cobblestone street, to a building. I am sure others will have addition info, but this is what I do, with satisfying results.

                        Cheers

                        Rob
                        "ZIM FIRST, ASK QUESTIONS LATER!!"
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                        shermanfreak
                        • Member since
                          January 2003
                        Posted by shermanfreak on Wednesday, June 4, 2003 8:14 PM
                        All I ever use is soap and water to clean my resin products and haven't had any problems whatsoever.
                        Do be aware of the problems of working with resin though. There is a certain toxicity that needs to be cautioned about. If you are doing a lot of sanding or are attempting to use a dremel tool to clean your resin parts, do wear a mask to prevent inhalation of the dust and be sure to clean up after each session so there is no dust left lying around. There is a large debate on how dangerous this is, but it is still best to err on the side of caution.
                        Happy Modelling and God Bless Robert
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