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Headlights
Sept 19, 2021 19:32:49 GMT -7
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Post by wickedwelder on Sept 19, 2021 19:32:49 GMT -7
What's the best way to make the molded chrome headlights on most kits look more like headlights? I've used white paint before and to me it just never looks right.
Thanks
Gary
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Post by DeeCee on Sept 19, 2021 22:08:04 GMT -7
The white paint does work OK if you just dab it on lightly and pretty dry, so it barely looks like there is any on
the headlight. It takes away from the chrome look, but doesn't look all white either.
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Post by Deano on Sept 20, 2021 1:51:34 GMT -7
What about a very light coat of Tamiya smoke?
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Headlights
Sept 20, 2021 8:25:28 GMT -7
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Post by wickedwelder on Sept 20, 2021 8:25:28 GMT -7
I'll have to try that.
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Post by RetroSpectKustoms on Sept 21, 2021 23:36:04 GMT -7
Use Tamiya Flat Clear on them. It gives a convincing result.
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Post by poet on Oct 1, 2021 10:10:18 GMT -7
I just saw on a FB post where the guy used 2 part UV curing fingernail polish on his.
The result was quite realistic. I plan to try it myself.
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Post by sharp on Nov 13, 2021 22:20:29 GMT -7
I use 5 minute epoxy on my chrome headlights, I just apply it with a tooth pick to make a dome. I also use it on my chrome taillight after I paint the red on. Here's some pics of a hot rod I just finished. I think the results look pretty good. I hope this helps.   |
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Post by poet on Nov 15, 2021 16:38:05 GMT -7
I use 5 minute epoxy on my chrome headlights, I just apply it with a tooth pick to make a dome. I also use it on my chrome taillight after I paint the red on. Here's some pics of a hot rod I just finished. I think the results look pretty good. I hope this helps. I have heard of that before. I'll have to give it a try myself. |
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Post by midnightprowler on Dec 11, 2021 7:54:46 GMT -7
Speedway Decals makes some headlight decals.
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Post by poet on Dec 13, 2021 11:32:55 GMT -7
I use 5 minute epoxy on my chrome headlights, I just apply it with a tooth pick to make a dome. I also use it on my chrome taillight after I paint the red on. Here's some pics of a hot rod I just finished. I think the results look pretty good. I hope this helps. Just bought some 2 part epoxy this morning for that purpose!
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Post by sharp on Dec 13, 2021 20:15:15 GMT -7
I use 5 minute epoxy on my chrome headlights, I just apply it with a tooth pick to make a dome. I also use it on my chrome taillight after I paint the red on. Here's some pics of a hot rod I just finished. I think the results look pretty good. I hope this helps. Just bought some 2 part epoxy this morning for that purpose!
Let us know how you make out with it Dennis. I think its the best way to make realistic looking lenses. |
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Headlights
Dec 15, 2021 20:27:11 GMT -7
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Post by wickedwelder on Dec 15, 2021 20:27:11 GMT -7
Thats a great idea to use epoxy.. Think I'm going to pick up some epoxy next payday and give it a try also...
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Post by mustang1989 on Dec 19, 2021 21:14:45 GMT -7
I use 5 minute epoxy on my chrome headlights, I just apply it with a tooth pick to make a dome. I also use it on my chrome taillight after I paint the red on. Here's some pics of a hot rod I just finished. I think the results look pretty good. I hope this helps. Now that right there is a GREAT idea!! I'll have to remember that one. |
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