Thanks for the blending tips Scott. Now that I'm getting fairly decent painting flames (yes, I've practiced on everything from garbage cans to friends lawn tractors) I'm ready to start striping. My ghost flame technique is getting "right on" but with solid color flames you need to be perfect or learn how to stripe. Any ideas on books or videos? Also what about these so called starter kits?
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TAZ
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Glad to hear you are catching on!
As far as books or videos, I really haven't read or seen any. I know they are out there, but I just haven't read them. I'm sure you could find some doing a search for "Flames" at Amazon.com.
I know one of my flame jobs showed up in a "Custom Flame Painting" book. I don't remember the name of the book, but I did see the pic in it. It was the '56 Ford. It was in a book produced approx. 8 years ago.
I haven't tried any of the starter kits either. Possibly one of our members could add to this reply.
I believe "Eastwood" products has a striping tool that has a roller on it that feeds paint kind of like a pen. It is supposed to work good. Haven't tried it though.
[ 11-25-2001: Message edited by: Scott F ]
As far as books or videos, I really haven't read or seen any. I know they are out there, but I just haven't read them. I'm sure you could find some doing a search for "Flames" at Amazon.com.
I know one of my flame jobs showed up in a "Custom Flame Painting" book. I don't remember the name of the book, but I did see the pic in it. It was the '56 Ford. It was in a book produced approx. 8 years ago.
I haven't tried any of the starter kits either. Possibly one of our members could add to this reply.
I believe "Eastwood" products has a striping tool that has a roller on it that feeds paint kind of like a pen. It is supposed to work good. Haven't tried it though.
[ 11-25-2001: Message edited by: Scott F ]
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Nate Hansen
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Scott, are you talking about the Beugler striping tool found in Eastwood catalogs?
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TAZ
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Yes Nate,
It is the Beugler striping tool.
Thanks
It is the Beugler striping tool.
Thanks
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RAD Airbrush
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I've read that using ONE SHot sign paint mixed with Kerosene works well for pinstriping. Any one else heard of this ?
There has to be some one out therre with some good pin striping info and tips.
There has to be some one out therre with some good pin striping info and tips.
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kustomrodder
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Hey guys,
I've seen that Beugler striping tool and while I'm sure it works wonders, there's nothing like picking up the ole sword or dagger striper and going to work on a fender or hood,hell, even the neighbors dog,ha ha.
Seriously though, the only difference I can see is that with the Beugler you dont have to load the brush, it does it for you.If you ask me you're only cheating yourself.The tool wont run a line for you.You'll still need to practice before you're able to keep a perfectly steady hand.
I've been pinstriping for about 8 months which isnt a long time and since I dont work at a shop where I'm forced to do it every day I have to make it a point to pick up my brushes as often as possible.Through word of mouth I have a list of people who want me to pinstripe their car,or mailbox,or whatever..PRACTICE,PRACTICE,PRACTICE...It can get pretty frustrating (If it was easy ,everyone would be doing it).
For the fraction of a fancy tool like the Beugler you can go out and get everything you need.I use MACK touch-up brushes for all my striping needs.They have 3 different brushes; the 'sword' striper which is best for all around work,the 'dagger' striper which is great for making good corners,and finally the 'broadliners' which are used for making heavy lines and for filling in backgrounds.Sizes range from 00,the smallest, and 5 which will give you your fatter lines. I 've always used 1-shot lettering paints which I get at a nearby Pearl arts supply.They come in all kinds of kool colors and 1 small can will last a long time.1-shot has their own Reducer which is necessary to thin the paint otherwise your lines will look sloppy.Being from Miami I use their 6000 Reducer because of our warm climate,I think the 6001 Reducer works best for your colder weather.HOK also has a great line of lettering enamels which are compatable with the rest of their products.I get my brushes at an auto paint and body supply store but you can also get them through the internet at the Mack website.
Hope this helps you some.
Keep Painting,Josh
I've seen that Beugler striping tool and while I'm sure it works wonders, there's nothing like picking up the ole sword or dagger striper and going to work on a fender or hood,hell, even the neighbors dog,ha ha.
Seriously though, the only difference I can see is that with the Beugler you dont have to load the brush, it does it for you.If you ask me you're only cheating yourself.The tool wont run a line for you.You'll still need to practice before you're able to keep a perfectly steady hand.
I've been pinstriping for about 8 months which isnt a long time and since I dont work at a shop where I'm forced to do it every day I have to make it a point to pick up my brushes as often as possible.Through word of mouth I have a list of people who want me to pinstripe their car,or mailbox,or whatever..PRACTICE,PRACTICE,PRACTICE...It can get pretty frustrating (If it was easy ,everyone would be doing it).
For the fraction of a fancy tool like the Beugler you can go out and get everything you need.I use MACK touch-up brushes for all my striping needs.They have 3 different brushes; the 'sword' striper which is best for all around work,the 'dagger' striper which is great for making good corners,and finally the 'broadliners' which are used for making heavy lines and for filling in backgrounds.Sizes range from 00,the smallest, and 5 which will give you your fatter lines. I 've always used 1-shot lettering paints which I get at a nearby Pearl arts supply.They come in all kinds of kool colors and 1 small can will last a long time.1-shot has their own Reducer which is necessary to thin the paint otherwise your lines will look sloppy.Being from Miami I use their 6000 Reducer because of our warm climate,I think the 6001 Reducer works best for your colder weather.HOK also has a great line of lettering enamels which are compatable with the rest of their products.I get my brushes at an auto paint and body supply store but you can also get them through the internet at the Mack website.
Hope this helps you some.
Keep Painting,Josh
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Nate Hansen
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I've found that if you thin with just a few drops of Penetrol when you pallet your brush you get more opaqueness to the paint and its also glossier and quicker drying. I've tried reducer but the paint becomes too transparent.
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custompainter99
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There are alot of complete striping kits out there. Just dont expect to pick up a brush and start striping. It takes years of practice. Look at xcalabur art web site or coast airbrush they sell kits.....good luck
I am about to attempt my first flame job on my Chevelle. I want to outline my flames. When I do the outline, do I use a base coat paint with my brush before I put on the top clear coat? How can I get a smooth finsh?
I much rather do this than to put on an enamal outline after the clear coat.
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I much rather do this than to put on an enamal outline after the clear coat.
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TAZ
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Instead of using basecoat with a brush, you may want to check out one of my tips on how you can spray your outline color, tape it up, then spray your flames, remove the tape and there you have it, your bordered flames. Works great!
See the post here! All you would need to do then, is to clear the completed set of bordered flames. You can use 1/8" or 1/16 inch to do this.
Enjoy!
See the post here! All you would need to do then, is to clear the completed set of bordered flames. You can use 1/8" or 1/16 inch to do this.
Enjoy!
Thanks for the advice. I guess the reason I asked the question is because of the fact that I can do a nice flame outline, but have trouble laying out the flames taking into account that the finish flame job is what is between the tape. I can only invision my flame job WITH the 1/8 outline. I guess I need to practice.
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Ace Wild
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Getting back to Art's request about video tapes. House of Kolor's Canadian site has different how to videos. I have not seen them, but might be worth a look. http://www.houseofkolorcanada.com/home.shtml
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dabien310
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Try Whitehorse press. They specialize in books and videos about motorcycles. They have the HOK videos and others also.
www.whitehorsepress.com
Good luck!
Jon
www.whitehorsepress.com
Good luck!
Jon