warren haywood
Western Thunderer
Straight lines can be done in cellulose but as it drys so quickly any errors would be impossible to correct so a full strip would be needed. I have seen a Beeson loco lined in celly and although very well done, the lining was too heavy. Brushing in corners would be impossible. Enamel lining on cellulose works without any problems so no need to do anything else.
Because the lacquer is virtually but not totally dry when it lands it creates a satin finish, dilution and high pressure is the key. I think it dries satin because it doesn't have chance to flatten off so you basically have a microscopicly uneven surface. I may be wrong on that
To get a gloss finish I spray at low pressure, slightly less dilution and make sure it goes in wet, trouble is if your too heavy handed any enamel may blister. It's all in the practice and knowing where the 'tipping point' is. I guess you have about 4or5 seconds drying time before the enamel is atacked by the cellulose.
Because the lacquer is virtually but not totally dry when it lands it creates a satin finish, dilution and high pressure is the key. I think it dries satin because it doesn't have chance to flatten off so you basically have a microscopicly uneven surface. I may be wrong on that
To get a gloss finish I spray at low pressure, slightly less dilution and make sure it goes in wet, trouble is if your too heavy handed any enamel may blister. It's all in the practice and knowing where the 'tipping point' is. I guess you have about 4or5 seconds drying time before the enamel is atacked by the cellulose.
but if you must '43!
) This is a Tower Collection model which are now available from Ian Atkinson. He can be contacted via Tower. Just noticed the front screw coupling, ah well too late now
