Easy build spray booth

Even older tom · Easy build spray booth

I suddenly realised that the old spray booth I built was 'recycled' and used on my layout and as I wanted to spray a model, I had to think of a quick substitute.

So, the last remaining board from my old booth plus a sheet of paper and 3 bits of gaffer tape:

It worked a treat but I wouldn't recommend it for any serious spraying - there's no way of properly ventilating it.

upnick

Hi Tom,

Good idea ... nice to see the old Studebaker tanker

didnt know you did diecast resprays ?

What finish are you going for ?

Have a box of Dinky Bedford CA'S here ready for repaints

my favorite van in diecast

Even older tom

I'm doing a couple of 'restorations' to see how I get on Nick. I didn't realise that there's a market for restored Dinkys!

Apart from the Studebaker, I'm doing a old Devon:

I'm just going to get them back to original spec. It's good fun.

Stripped and primed ready for painting:

I'll be more than happy to do one of your CAs if you like the end results of my efforts!

upnick

Hi Tom,

Looking good there cant wait to see them finished

poliss

Looking great Tom. I reckon a code 3 is worth a lot more than a scruffy old wreck of a model.

Even older tom

They aren't going to be Code 3s Pol. A code 3 (I've found out) is 'A model that has been re-liveried or repainted or customised in some other way that is non-standard for the original Manufacturer, and deviates from the standard format for that particular model' so mine are just going to be restorations.

I have done a code 3 (without knowing it was a code 3!) by changing a Vanguard Anglia to look like my first car (including wonky number plates and rust!

):

upnick

Great job Tom

very realistic see the tax is in the post

They are available but not sure where to get them now Steve Flowers might be a good source he does all spares for diecasts.

poliss

I was just going by Mr.Blundens guide Tom. Link: http://tinyurl.com/mayg9j

Code 1. This is any diecast produced by the manufacturer. It could be a mainstream toy or model, or a limited edition or ordered promotional. The important thing is that it has been produced totally by the manufacturer.

Code 2. This is any diecast that has been finished by a second party, with the knowledge and agreement of the manufacturer. Examples could be a batch of plain white or coloured models, that have had their decals added by another company, with the consent of the manufacturer. It could be castings ordered unpainted, that have been finished and presentation boxed under license. At the end of the day, two companies have been involved in the finishing process, where normally there would be one.

Code 3. This is the refinishing or alteration of a model, without the consent of the manufacturer. This description sounds almost dodgy, but Code 3 is now a recognized collectable in it's own right, and there is nothing illegal or unscrupulous in these singular alternative models. Code 3 covers a wide spectrum, and can mean simply swapping the trailers of two different articulated units, to completly changing the colour and look of a model. This of course, is long after the model was sold by the manufacturer.

I couldn't see them fitting in the Code 1 or Code 2 category and there isn't a Code 4 as far as I know.
Mr.Blundens Code 3s are outstanding. Here's an example. http://tinyurl.com/lv5djk His other guides are worth reading too.

Even older tom

As I said Pol, I haven't actually changed anything (colour or whatever) only restored to the original model and it was MrBlundens who gave me my definition. I'm confused.....

Anyway, I finished the tanker today. I'm pleased with the results. Frustrating at times with lots to learn, but having fun none the less!

I used superglue followed by a dollop of 2 part epoxy to fix the base back on. Not as strong a fixing as other methods but it'll do me!

upnick

Cast whitemetal repro rivets to match the originals are available Tom if you are fussy about the finish ever

poliss

Nice paintjob Tom. Wish I could paint like that. As for Code 3 etc. If Mr.B has changed his definition then I'm confused too.

My whole knowledge of what's what is from Mr.Bs guide.

Joe

Ive got an old

y toys, Blue Chevrolet Corvairre, I was going to restore it, but thought better of it, I was going to make it more realistic but they're impossible to find parts for. Any links that you found of use Tom?

upnick