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Post by jkflash on Feb 8, 2018 8:19:12 GMT -7
Hey gang, I was wondering what materials you guys use for heavy modifications on the bodies of model cars? The reason I ask is I started doing some Google searching looking at Pro Mod images. I would LOVE to build a pro mod dragster like I was looking at in several of the images but I have no idea where to start. Then I start to doubt whatever skills I have and I never get around to actually building such a car. Any ideas would be greatly appreciated.
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Post by wisdonm on Feb 8, 2018 12:53:42 GMT -7
Depending on what you're making, you can use thin styrene sheet, 2-part filler, that won't shrink, or you can use this thread. You can use plastic containers from the grocery store. |
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Post by wisdonm on Feb 9, 2018 21:36:10 GMT -7
I forgot to mention that I have used plumber's putty instead of a bondo type putty. It's a 2-part epoxy putty. You cut off a chunk and knead it together. Then you have about 5 minuets to use as a filler or mold parts like flares and spoilers.   |
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Post by poet on Feb 10, 2018 6:07:29 GMT -7
Sometimes I use parts of other car bodies + the styrene sheet. People have different takes on which putty to use. I use automotive putty for major mods. I used it on my wide-body Camaro this past fall. The main thing is to realize that it takes a lot of patience to get it right, no matter the medium. Btw, the rear wheel wells are cut from a Viper body. Putty, sand, prime, check, repeat, and repeat, and sometimes, repeat. Good luck, and have fun!!  |
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Post by tubbs on Feb 28, 2018 6:59:03 GMT -7
this is what I use as filler. as far as other things, sheet sturene at different thickness. I don't do much in looks on the body, I have cut and hacked up bodies to make them shorter or lower. do a lot of rear wheel stretching too. most of my bodywork consists of this putty. I think mine is getting old though, or it likes warmer temps than what it is in my basement. I noticed cracks in the heavier parts of a build.
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Post by poet on Feb 28, 2018 16:34:13 GMT -7
this is what I use as filler. as far as other things, sheet sturene at different thickness. I don't do much in looks on the body, I have cut and hacked up bodies to make them shorter or lower. do a lot of rear wheel stretching too. most of my bodywork consists of this putty. I think mine is getting old though, or it likes warmer temps than what it is in my basement. I noticed cracks in the heavier parts of a build.
That is exactly what I used on the Camaro, see the red stuff? |
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Post by wisdonm on Feb 28, 2018 17:55:10 GMT -7
Sadly, that one part red glazing putty usually shrinks and cracks.
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Post by tubbs on Mar 1, 2018 7:51:42 GMT -7
Sadly, that one part red glazing putty usually shrinks and cracks. with me, its a crapshoot, its ok if your using it thin or some small fill. if you do major body work, sometimes it cracks, sometimes not. I have about a quarter of a tube left, after that is gone, I think I am going to go to 2 part bondo. from what I have read, 2 part fillers don't do much but fill in what you want and that is it. anything else that is not 2 part, your taking your chances.
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