2020.01.05, 09:44 AM
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Martini Racing Porsche 911 GT3 RS
Martini Racing Porsche 911 GT3 RS
Materials:
Kyosho Porsche 911 GT3 RS unpainted autoscale
Krylon Fusion Gloss Black
Krylon Fusion Gloss red Pepper
Krylon Fusion Satin Rolling Surf
Krylon Fusion Matte Ink Blue
Krylon Fusion Metallic Silver
Tamiya Flat Black
Future Floor Polish
Pattos Prsche935-936-Mrtini-24 decals, 1/27 scale, clear vinyl in custom inverse color scheme (not yet installed)
As is customary for me, I took the last two weeks of the year off to unwind around the holidays. I had planned to spend some time on custom paint jobs and ordered a batch of decals from Pattos however I had not factored into my plans that Pattos would be on vacation as well...DOH! So, with ample time available and a ridiculous backlog of decal sets on hand, I completed the Kouros ZR1 and got a jump on what turned out to be one of the most ambitious selections I've done to date. I've done some very intricate detail work in the past and nothing prepared me fully for the time and difficulty in doing a 5 color paint job. I've always tried to stick to 3 color jobs at most but I've always wanted to do Martini livery. I had a Martini livery custom in the past done by someone else and always admired the work that went into and now have a greater appreciation for the work itself.
I started with the base layer of silver. This was easy and the Kyrlon Fusion Metallic Silver went on thin so 3-4 coats total. Thankfully, the metallic cured solid unlike some others that continue to rub/flake off.
Next up was red. Given the limited coverage, this wasn't so bade and Fusion Gloss coats tend to go on thick so I know this was going to be quick. Always go in lite coats at first to ensure your not saturating the tape which can lift. I used a technique on this job in which I layered the mask along the edge in multiple layers that get wider at the top. This proved successful as paint bleed was limited to a few locations. What made this difficult was the varied body contours that had to be masked.
Red was followed by light blue. These were stripes that grew wider and decided it would be most efficient to lay them down next and then paint dark blue over top to reduce overall masking which only gives more opportunity for error. Best to work light to dark as well. These went down without issue.
Final stripes were the dark blue. This challenging and stressful as I had to mirror the sweeping curves and used copious layers of mask tape. I ended up going through nearly two rolls of tape on this job.
Last but no least were the black front and rear skirts. I know the Krylon Fusion Black in particular goes on heavy so it would cover the prior stripes OK. As long as you remain patient and go slow, you reduce opportunity for paint leak.
What proved more challenging than fine intricate mask cutting was simply laying out repeated stripes that all had to remain straight, proportional and consistent as well as mirror each side. This was in itself the hardest part and as the number of paint layers increased, so does the anxiety as you really don't know how it turns out until you start pulling back the tape. It would have been devastating to get 3-4 colors in only to have a bleed that botched the whole thing. In the end, there is likely two days time in masking alone. I remained calm, took my time ignored the rolls I was burning through and the results rewarded me with a most satisfying result. I still don't have the decals, which are still 3-4 weeks out so I can't clear coat this until those are on.
Base layer silver
Masking off the red
Masking off the light blue stripes
Masking off the dark blue stripes
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2020.01.05, 09:47 AM
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2020.01.05, 12:17 PM
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Incredible. I am in awe.
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2020.01.05, 12:40 PM
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My favorite to date, Arch.
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2020.01.05, 11:50 PM
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Is that Tamiya masking tape?
When you are spraying a fine, masked area like those stripes, are you laying down enough paint for a "wet" finish, or is it light mist coats and live with the not quite glossy texture?
For me, whenever I spray it thick enough for a wet coat, it seeps under my mask, and endless mist coats never leave a smooth finish.
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2020.01.06, 09:31 AM
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I do some fine mist coats to ensure there is enough to provide seal to tape before going with wet coat as Tamiya tape is prone to bleeding under heavy coats if the edge isn’t firmly adhered and or a light coat at the edge to assist in preventing bleeding. You want enough paint to get good coverage (translucent) but not enough to pool at the tape line. After the light coats dry for a couple hours, i usually start with the wet coats and get about 2-3 of those. This contributed to why this one took so long as the process in itself is simply time consuming and had to do this with each color pass.
After the light coats i review the masking closely to see where it is loosened and before each successive pass, push down along all the tape lines again right before applying the next coat wet coat. It does still bleed at times but I’ve gotten far better at it over time. The next problem after that is making sure the tape doesn’t take up the paint with it... that can happen with heavy wet coats and or when the base layer hasn’t adhered to the previous layer for whatever reason. When it all goes right, it works fantastic. I’ve had a higher success rate with Tamiya tape than liquid mask or other tapes. I haven’t tried the green tape I’ve seen some others use, looks more plasticky than Tamiya and may provide a cleaner edge but that’s just a guess until i can find out what it is.
Has anyone tried fine automotive mask tape? I wouldn’t even know where to begin looking for that as I’m sure you get lots of results and at this scale, need very fine masking. I typically run stripes or details at 1-2mm cut strips and full coverage with the 18mm tape.
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2020.01.06, 10:53 AM
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I'm pretty new to the white bodies, as in still working on my first corvette body. But I've done a ton of lexan stuff.
For hand laid stuff I really like the Tamiya masking tape for curves. Its 2mm wide and a soft resin type and really seals well after running your fingernail along it. Has done really well on the white body so far.
I do have the Tamiya yellow paper masking tape but have not been brave enough to try since i've had such good results with the other.
After that its just blue painters tape to mask the large areas. I find though if you dont put good pressure when applying, it will lift sometimes after spraying.
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2020.01.13, 11:47 AM
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bitPimp
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I know you use primarily Krylon, but wondering how much time between painting and then laying masking tape on top of that paint. I've had a lot of trouble lately with the tape affecting the finish of the paint underneath, even after a full day of drying time. Creating a stucco-like texture where it was glossy.
Just had this happen recently using airbrushed Tamiya acrylic paint, but have experienced it with others.
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2020.01.13, 03:34 PM
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I’ve had issues with masking over most metallic paints in general. Thus my surprise to find the Krylon cured hard and smooth. I typically like to wait at least a day before i start masking over another color. I’ve pushed this to as little as 4 hours before however this was limited coverage areas that were painted and tape removed in less than 6-8 hours. In general, i try to leave tape on only long enough to paint and pull off as my constant fear is orange peeling the layer below or pulling paint up with the tape. I’ve had tape orange peel more with Tamiya paints than anything else and primarily metallics.
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2020.01.13, 08:15 PM
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Just WOW, one of my favrite liveries. You knocked that one out of the park...
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2020.01.15, 03:40 PM
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Great job on this body. it looks fantastic.
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2020.04.22, 03:04 PM
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2020.04.22, 03:14 PM
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Looks sharp! The decals add a lot to an already impressive body!
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2020.05.14, 04:36 AM
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epic masking!
Wow, to achieve this livery iconic stripes by masking&painting and not with a Martini racing decal is an heroic undertaking! Looks awesome!
Since I discover decal softening liquid, my confidence in applying complex decals has increased a lot (although some decals melt and others just don't want to soften.. so it's not always that simple), but surely racing stripes look best when painted, but it's a huge task.
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2020.05.14, 09:50 AM
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It was indeed a monumental challenge as the more layers you do the more opportunity for error is introduced. The fact that if came out that nicely is a miracle. I’ve had far simpler stripe jobs have more errors. Everything just sort of coalesced and came together for this one.
It’s now with it’s rightful Owner and good home! Most of my jobs end up elsewhere. I don’t tend to hold onto most of mine. At some point, enough is enough really and I can’T possible use them all and I already have (custom painted) 4 ZR1’s, 3 Sauber C9’s, 2 599’s, 2 R8’s, 1 911 GT3 RS, 2 GT-01’s in my Rolodex for racing. These are just the ones I have out for use. The rest are in my tub for used Autoscales. The Covid special ZR1 is the only one I have no plans to use, just to delicate a finish and I like to look at it
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