Getting Started Painting Model Trains | I Got An Airbrush!

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0:00 Intro
2:17 What I bought
6:22 Airbrush Unboxing
13:18 Building Work Area
14:13 First Test
18:25 Wagon Painting
25:58 Conclusion
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Sam's reviews make you feel as if some mate of yours called you over to show you a new model train he bought. The videos are so oddly conversational. Thanks for the great content!

Siegwyn
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I honestly think it looks pretty good. With the pre-shading, it looks like a wagon that's been in service for a few weeks, a bit of dirt is gathering but it's still in good condition

JagoHazzard
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You have become worthy of the legendary “certified train enthusiast” award

infinitethenextkazekage
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Long have I waited to see your foray into this. So glad that it finally happened. And you splurged on an airbrush, too! When I decided to paint my own stuff, I did it all by hand!

EDIT: "You can see what it looks like compared to some better wagons" - Sam don't be so modest. It looks fine next to all of them. Oh sure if you get up close it doesn't have the same detail but from most of your camera angles, the painted wagon fits in *perfectly*. And looks less plastic, too!

TheExceedermjw
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great stuff, the Timbertech is a very good starter/low use kit, it does not have a tank though. Acrylic paint tends to block the needle/jet on all airbrushes. Acrylic thinners are just a third IPA 2 thirds water and a tiny drop of Fairy Liquid so make your own for a few pence. Enamels work better, enamel thinners are 80% white spirit and 20% acetone so make your own for a few pence. Cleaners for both types of paint are 50:50 mixes so make your own. You should be wearing a good quality filter on your face and an extractor fan system is required if you don't want paint dust everywhere, good luck

sjaakmcd
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Looks many times better, and will look better still when the chassis is painted too. Next weathering !

garrymartin
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Great video Sam! As a fellow airbrush painter in the plastic model world it was certainly interesting to see your take on the method! I do have one tip, and that is if you fill your brush with cleaner and hold your finger up to the nozzle to seal it and spray, you can "gargle" the brush which has a highly effective cleaning effect. I hope that helps speed cleaning up for you.

TheZeldafan
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I think that was great for a first attempt and seeing as how you designed and produced the wagon body and chassis yourself too, you should be very proud. Also your candid humble approach makes me feel more enthusiastic about giving airbrushing a go. And think how much money you'll save on wagons and coaches!!

fernsnyder
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Well done Sam, good job, glad to hear that you enjoyed it - nice to see you progressing.

Word of wisdom to the wise, even with low VOC (low odour) paints, such as acrylics you shouldn't breath in the spray. It's akin to breathing in microscopic plastic particals, small touch in jobs at low pressure are okay, larger areas and you need proper filtration. Some filtered spray booths can vent via a pipe to fresh air and others can filter the air back into the room. Both types can be had cheaply these days - just make that you choose one that has spare parts availability such as replacement filters.

I hope that helps.

musoseven
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Hi Sam- great review (as usual!!) - all I would say is airbrushing is a art within its self which you cant learn overnight - i, ve been using both a single action and double action airbrush, s for well over 20 years and i, m still learning lol ! all I would say is there are no hard and fast rules - its all about patience, practice, experimentation, patience, practice, experimentation patience practice experimentation and even more patience practice and experimentation -(nozzle sizes, needle sizes, paint/thinner ratio different air pressures different paint manufactures enamel / acrylic paints etc, etc ), and then see works just what works best for you personally - I would maybe suggest you use a few old scrap wagon /coach/loco bodies to practice and experiment on ?- and dont give up as their WILL be some VERY frustrating times when you feel like throwing the whole lot in the bin !! just stick at it and you will be rewarded with fantastic results!- their is a paint range called "RailMatch", made by Howes of Oxford and they produce a VERY comprehensive range of railway colours that is worth checking out !! and finally- the very best of luck Sam - im sure you wont be disappointed with your results !

tonyfearn
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Great work Sam, I would love to see you 3d printing a dmu to run on your railway and then paint it in a custom Sam's trains livery!

HM...
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Sam...It is vital that you have very good ventilation. I suggest you invest in a spray booth. It has a motor that sucks the toxic fumes away from you. You MUST wear a proper face mask, not the cheap paper ones. I use a professional face mask with straps that create a seal around my nose and mouth. You must not (sorry for being bossy but I like you) compromise in this area as even the cleaning fluids will play havoc with your breathing. I always use my airbrush with all my windows and doors open and a face mask. Have fun.

simonbaker
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Excellent video, I have several brass kits to make and paint. The soldering of brass and white metal is not a problem. I have purchased an airbrush kit and now have to get the courage to use it! Your video is perfectly timed. I guess some practice on my part will give me the confidence to do the paint jobs that I have ahead of me.

duncanmcgill
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I just knew you would take the next step and get an airbrush, Sam! After I restarted model railroading about a year ago I found out that my favorite paint was no longer made. So I got a Vallejo Model Air paint set just as you did and started relearning airbrushing. Usually you can use the Model Air paints without thinning (or just a little bit). However, I strongly sugggest you get some Vallejo Flow Improver. This is an additive that helps prevent tip dry in the airbrush and so reduces clogs. Use 1 drop for every 5 to 10 drops of paint. My airbrush has a 0.4mm needle and I use 20 psi air pressure. You did a great first job and I know you will gain immense satisfaction from airbrushing your 3D printer creations. Cheers from Wisconsin!

andrewpalm
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This is your best video yet Sam. I’ve done bits of kit building and kit bashing with 3D prints but never done my own 3D printing or tried air brushing. I love these videos where you try something new. You have a way of presenting that makes a daunting project seem accessible. I now want to get an air brush and give this a go!

andrewblades
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Great vídeo. You may want to build a spray booth. I used a box for a larger microwave and put a larger hole in the back then added a good fines micron funace filter and a box fan to pull the air and paint fumes fumes out. I duct tape all seams and added a led light inside. Works good when I airbrushed with out it in my train room you could see a haze in the air and I believe it left a thin coating on everything around it.

bobsbasementhotrains
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I have the same set up, and bought it off Amazon about a year ago. Like you I am by no means an expert, but have been messing around with it. I am impressed with it haven't had a problem, but keep in mind I am still learning. I have been using alcohol as a thinner with the larger tips and not have a problem as of yet. Don't be afraid of mistakes you can cover it up.Myself unlike you haven't made the jump to 3D printer yet, that is intimidating to me. I will be making a purchase by the end of the year, just kind of hesitant at the moment, would make my lay out that much better making my own little knick knacks around or doing what you did and make your own cars from scratch. Keep up the good work, and I'll keep watching.

circleofthewolfairsoft
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Switched on YouTube this morning to research airbrushing. Lo and behold your new vid was top of the ‘recommended’ before I even had time to search. A great presentation, highly informative and useful, showing me exactly what I was looking for. Thank you.

Teesbrough
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It really came out nice!
One suggestion when spray painting, either with an airbrush or can: Always have the paint spraying out before and after the piece you are applying color to that way you get a much more even application. It also helps avoid any drips. And that is true for a little model or a large piece of furniture.

FunAtDisney
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good start there Sam. I never tried an airbrush myself, but I am tempted after seeing that. All that wagon needs now is a black wash, very very watered down black paint slapped all over and left to collects in the detail, then a very fine either dry brush over the top with a colour a little lighter than the base colour, then some lettering. I used presfix water slide decals, they are fairly cheap, I have a GWR wagon sheet that has enough on it for 30 or so wagons and costs about eight pounds from Hattons .they are also easy to use. The P:resfix range is pretty diverse with most main pre grouping, post grouping, various BR periods, some private owners and some general lettering styles covered, and there are other manufactures with similar products. give it a go, and a couple of coats of matt or silk varnish over the top is good to seal mit all in and protect the results.

I await developments with intrest

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