Gamera and CallsignOwl I dont remember who it was that did this, someone from this group I believe. But instead of using a gloss black paint, flat or matt black was used with an over coat of future then buffed to get the gloss. Then alcald was applied, it worked out very very well. I know from experience that flat colors are much more forgiving than gloss colors. Just a thought.
Jmart huge congratulations on 20 years together That number of years of being together is almost unheard of these days.
Maxfax beautiful work there buddy I love the finish and the markings I think I too believe I agree with everyone else who has said to do some light exhaust staining and gun soot. Maybe some oil streaks on the lower cowl would look good too and on the gear legs. Those old radial engines leaked like sieves as did the hydrolic systems.
Kermit I cant blame you for wanting to jump on that yellow wing one lil bit. But, well, the P-51 is looking great so if you cant find anything in your spares box let me know I have spares from the same kit and can mail you the gear parts you need to finish it.
CallSignOwl I am sorry to see the trials and tribulations you are going through on your paint job. However I wish to thank you for sharing them with us, and to thank all who have offered advise, it is what these group builds are all about as was said earlier. I am about to try my first painted NMF and have learned a huge amount from you all.
The Mirage looks great, very nice work, and the belts came out perfectly Its nice to do a stress relief build and have it come out that well too.