I didn't want to risk any paint problems on the BMS Saturn V so I went to Hobby Lobby to get some Testor's in the small 3 oz. can.
The Testor's Model Master paints have been about the best rattle can paint out there.
When I got the can home I looked at the back of the label.
Let's hope Rustoleum doesn't screw things up!
Chris, you might be interested in this thread that just started at YORF:
ReplyDeletehttp://www.forums.rocketshoppe.com/showthread.php?t=17394&page=1&pp=10
Apparently Rusto uses a higher percentage of solids. After a long while of sitting it can clog and sputter if not shaken before and during spraying. They also recommend that the can be inverted and sprayed at the end to clear the nozzle.
Some interesting responses: one guy says that Testors can be tempermental. He also soaks his spray cans in warm water for five minutes before shaking and spraying. Good to see that Rusto offers either a refund or replacement nozzles if you have a problem. Laters.
P.S.
DeleteA couple of guys advocate airbrushing instead of rattle can spray painting. Any thoughts on this? I have an airbrush painting kit, 2 cans of Propel, and a couple of books on the technique, but I haven't started the learning curve yet. Didn't want to invest in a compressor if I sucked at it. My motivation was that I wanted to replicate the detailed camo patterns of some models that were impossible to do with the shot gun blast of spray cans.
I'm really interested in airbrushing, but haven't made an investment yet. So far, most of the stuff I've found when looking for information on equipment and techniques is for people who want to make airbrush art.
DeleteI just want to get a decent paint job on my rockets.
Hi BAR,
DeleteRusto has more pigment solids. It tends to spray a more opaque color. I checked a can and they don't mention inverting/spraying to clear the feed tube. I think they have changed the internal feed somehow.
To BAR,
DeleteRegarding airbrushing: I did a bit years ago at the print shop. To be honest, I'm not ready for with spray booths, cleaning the brush, compressors, mixing and thinning paints and that learning curve. Spray cans are frustrating sometimes but I'm still able to get a descent finish in the end.
I have had bad results with Testors enamels. Their lacquers are great, enamels iffy.
ReplyDeleteFor Rusto it is the white that has consistently caused problems, the other colors yellow, black etc. have been fine. I see Lowe's has switched to Krylon Fusion. Going to try it on my SLS Laser-X build.
Cheers,
Philip
Hi Phillip,
DeleteThis can wasn't a "Model Master" labeled can, but Spray Enamel. I had had great results with the Testor's Model Master flat finishes. This can was good, a slight orange peel but I blame that on the humidity.
I agree, the Rusto 2X Gloss White is a crap shoot. I didn't want to risk it on a model with a lot of detail.
I'm afraid of the Krylon. It was my "go-to" paint in the 1970s, but like most all spray paints they have changed their formulations.
The only reliable spray can I can find is the old Krylon formula. It is only sold online in 6 packs under Acryliquik but it is the same old 5 ball paint.
ReplyDeleteHi David,
DeleteKrylon was a great paint in the 1970s. It doesn't have the opacity of the current Rusto 2X but was certainly more reliable. I've been tempted to get some but hate to order in bulk.