Masking is always the part I hate the most. I have used paper towels in wheel wells before, but always dry. It works well enough, but to moisten it first is something I am going to have to try. Great tips! Thanks, Jon!
AWESOME ideas, easy, quick'n'(not)dirty...just how i like it. I use a old bottle of Latex for masking, i still don't remember why we own this😂. This also works fine (especially with the canopy) BUT isn't as cost effective as your idea. It is natural Latex, so no Additives, and doesn't react with my acrylic or oil paints. A GIANT drawback is it drying time. A masked Canopy has to sit for a few days until i can touch it with a brush (i don't use a airbrush, would be no problem then)... Long story short, great idea, thank you 👍
Hi Jon. Thanks for the informative vid. Is the rubber cement very stinky? I only remember the little tubes of the stuff for repairing bike inner tubes when I was a kid. I use a poster putty (called BluTack here) as you do the eraser. (Which we call rubbers, which I believe amuses you guys over there!😁). Cheers for the weekend. (Long weekend for me, Australia Day) Matt 🦘
GOOD MORNING, from OHIO I’ve been watching your channel for a while now I REALLY LEARNED A LOT WATCHING THIS EPISODE !!!! I have a couple sacrifice kits I practice on to try and test new techniques… I will try the Rubber Cement Technique, looks like it works great… I still use TESTERS ENAMELS I’ll have to see how it reacts to the RUBBER CEMENT… This VIDEO was very informative, glad I subscribed and tuned in 😊…… I will watch this again…… Model On……. CHRIS 🇺🇸
@robertmunoz7543 Thanks. Practice makes perfect. I pushed three models completely through the paint shop this week using these techniques. The moment of truth came when I peeled off all the masking and saw what I was left with. It was a good week 🙂. Cheers!
Wow, hello Jon, I've actually been able to learn several new tricks for future projects today, the rubber cement thing...ufff I remember when I was studying advertising, I used it in graphic projects, however I never related it to masking, now I've started a search campaign for rubber cement hahaha. The wet paper thing is a very good recommendation, I have to use it, until now I only filled the holes or gaps with UHU Patafix or with packing sponge, so thanks for giving these very useful tips, greetings and until the next video
I always enjoy your videos. Thanks for posting another well produced tutorial. Where do you purchase the small q tips you refer to as fine in the photo of rubber cement and 2 q tips at 3:30?
Thank you. That's a great question. I purchased those at my local hobby shop. I checked to see what brand they are, but there weren't any markings on the small bags they're in. I hope that helps. Cheers!
Great tips for masking Jon! I’ve never used the rubber glue technique but I have used liquid-mask from certain manufacturers and there are times where it’s near impossible to get it all out especially in smaller corners or depressed areas. Maybe I’ll give the rubber cement a try next time and see, though I think it will be similar. Thanks!
@@SCSuperheavy114 Thank you! This week I pushed three planes through the paint shop using these techniques. Though 99.5% comes off very quickly, you are correct that the rubber cement can get stuck in fine crevices. I use a fine Q-tip, sharp toothpick or other creative means to remove all the residue. With a little practice though it's still my favorite technique for covering large areas quickly and effectively. Another tip when removing the finer pieces of rubber cement: dip the fine Q-tip or toothpick in rubber cement and let it dry. Then use that to get at the smaller bits. The dry rubber cement tends to stick to itself. Cheers!
Really awesome tips Jon, I've got a new jar of rubber cement trying soon, You always get such a consistent color, after all the videos I've watched, I should know, but do you use a majority of one brand? There are so many out there, I have access to Tamiya and Vallejo but have to order any other manufacturers . Once again these are great suggestions as tape is difficult to work with and takes forever to shape. Cheers Bob.
Thanks Bob! 20+ years ago I bought an entire display stand (stand and all) of PolyScale acrylic paints when they were discontinued and on sale at my local hobby store. Best model-related investment I've ever made. I still use those primarily, but I try other brands as necessary. I haven't found a new go-to paint brand yet. As a recommendation, whatever brand you use, be sure to thin them with their own thinner. Not all acrylic paints thin well with water. Cheers!
@@jonsmodelkitreview4624Thanks for info Jon, especially using thinner. I have been distracted lately with the amount of companies producing model paints. You can spend more money on paints than the kits these days. Cheers Bob
Hi. I just got my 1st airbrush n I'm a bit lost as to where to apply the lube.. Watching YT one guy slathered it everywhere n another said not to use it at all.. Have you any advice??
I have never used lube on my airbrush. What does your instruction manual recommend? I take mine apart and thoroughly clean it every time I use it and in-between different colors. I test the action when I put it back together to make sure it functions properly before loading any paint. Cheers!
Rubber cement! How have i not seen that used? Heading to stationary store today
@@robmarsh6668 Right on! I need to restock my supply as well. Cheers!
Thank you for the helpful video.
@@262erME You're welcome!
Great tips Jon and will try using rubber cement method and seeing this I know what kit to try this on..Thanks again and all the best from Blighty🇬🇧🇺🇸👍
You're welcome! Let me know how it turns out. Cheers!
Who says that an old dog can't learn new tricks. Thanks again.
@@JOHNCORCORAN-m2i You're welcome!
Quite interesting techniques! The rubber cement one is intriguing…. Great video!
@@natalebabbo-gunplaanddioramas Thanks. I appreciate the feedback.
Masking is always the part I hate the most. I have used paper towels in wheel wells before, but always dry. It works well enough, but to moisten it first is something I am going to have to try. Great tips! Thanks, Jon!
Me, too! I'm glad you found the video helpful. Cheers!
Well done! I will try it on my 1/48 B-25J and report the results. Thanks
@@djjudge2475 Right on! You're welcome.
AWESOME ideas, easy, quick'n'(not)dirty...just how i like it.
I use a old bottle of Latex for masking, i still don't remember why we own this😂. This also works fine (especially with the canopy) BUT isn't as cost effective as your idea.
It is natural Latex, so no Additives, and doesn't react with my acrylic or oil paints.
A GIANT drawback is it drying time. A masked Canopy has to sit for a few days until i can touch it with a brush (i don't use a airbrush, would be no problem then)...
Long story short, great idea, thank you 👍
You're welcome! If you try it, let me know what you think. Cheers!
Hi Jon. Thanks for the informative vid.
Is the rubber cement very stinky? I only remember the little tubes of the stuff for repairing bike inner tubes when I was a kid.
I use a poster putty (called BluTack here) as you do the eraser. (Which we call rubbers, which I believe amuses you guys over there!😁).
Cheers for the weekend. (Long weekend for me, Australia Day)
Matt 🦘
Great question, Matt! The rubber cement does have a chemical odor. Best applied near the vent hood, or in a well-ventilated area. Happy Australia Day!
GOOD MORNING, from OHIO
I’ve been watching your channel for a while now
I REALLY LEARNED A LOT WATCHING THIS EPISODE !!!!
I have a couple sacrifice kits I practice on to try and test new techniques…
I will try the Rubber Cement
Technique, looks like it works great…
I still use TESTERS ENAMELS
I’ll have to see how it reacts to the RUBBER CEMENT…
This VIDEO was very informative, glad I subscribed and tuned in 😊……
I will watch this again……
Model On……. CHRIS 🇺🇸
Right on Chris! I'm not sure how these mediums will react to the enamels so trying them out on a scrap kit is a great idea. Good luck!
Good idea on rubba cement,there's a moment of truth with any technique used!🤔
Jman
@robertmunoz7543 Thanks. Practice makes perfect. I pushed three models completely through the paint shop this week using these techniques. The moment of truth came when I peeled off all the masking and saw what I was left with. It was a good week 🙂. Cheers!
@jonsmodelkitreview4624 sweet!👍
Jman
Wow, hello Jon, I've actually been able to learn several new tricks for future projects today, the rubber cement thing...ufff I remember when I was studying advertising, I used it in graphic projects, however I never related it to masking, now I've started a search campaign for rubber cement hahaha. The wet paper thing is a very good recommendation, I have to use it, until now I only filled the holes or gaps with UHU Patafix or with packing sponge, so thanks for giving these very useful tips, greetings and until the next video
@franciscovenegas1810 You're welcome Francisco. I'm glad the video was helpful. Cheers!
I always enjoy your videos. Thanks for posting another well produced tutorial. Where do you purchase the small q tips you refer to as fine in the photo of rubber cement and 2 q tips at 3:30?
Thank you. That's a great question. I purchased those at my local hobby shop. I checked to see what brand they are, but there weren't any markings on the small bags they're in. I hope that helps. Cheers!
Great tips for masking Jon! I’ve never used the rubber glue technique but I have used liquid-mask from certain manufacturers and there are times where it’s near impossible to get it all out especially in smaller corners or depressed areas. Maybe I’ll give the rubber cement a try next time and see, though I think it will be similar. Thanks!
@@SCSuperheavy114 Thank you! This week I pushed three planes through the paint shop using these techniques. Though 99.5% comes off very quickly, you are correct that the rubber cement can get stuck in fine crevices. I use a fine Q-tip, sharp toothpick or other creative means to remove all the residue. With a little practice though it's still my favorite technique for covering large areas quickly and effectively.
Another tip when removing the finer pieces of rubber cement: dip the fine Q-tip or toothpick in rubber cement and let it dry. Then use that to get at the smaller bits. The dry rubber cement tends to stick to itself. Cheers!
Really awesome tips Jon, I've got a new jar of rubber cement trying soon, You always get such a consistent color, after all the videos I've watched, I should know, but do you use a majority of one brand? There are so many out there, I have access to Tamiya and Vallejo but have to order any other manufacturers . Once again these are great suggestions as tape is difficult to work with and takes forever to shape. Cheers Bob.
Thanks Bob! 20+ years ago I bought an entire display stand (stand and all) of PolyScale acrylic paints when they were discontinued and on sale at my local hobby store. Best model-related investment I've ever made. I still use those primarily, but I try other brands as necessary. I haven't found a new go-to paint brand yet. As a recommendation, whatever brand you use, be sure to thin them with their own thinner. Not all acrylic paints thin well with water. Cheers!
@@jonsmodelkitreview4624Thanks for info Jon, especially using thinner. I have been distracted lately with the amount of companies producing model paints. You can spend more money on paints than the kits these days. Cheers Bob
@c123bthunderpig For sure. I've even experimented with craft store acrylics, which are much cheaper. They went on ok but were a bit fragile. Cheers!
Is the rubber cement safe on acrylics
Yes. I only airbrush acrylic paints. Cheers!
Hi. I just got my 1st airbrush n I'm a bit lost as to where to apply the lube.. Watching YT one guy slathered it everywhere n another said not to use it at all.. Have you any advice??
I have never used lube on my airbrush. What does your instruction manual recommend? I take mine apart and thoroughly clean it every time I use it and in-between different colors. I test the action when I put it back together to make sure it functions properly before loading any paint. Cheers!