cypherman Posted September 6, 2020 Share Posted September 6, 2020 Hi all, I am nearly finished my current project of the H/D Cowen crane restorations and am looking for my next thing to play with. I am considering doing a black Triang Hornby Sir Dinadan. Saw a picture of one a few years back and it looked stunning. What I want to know is how well paint applies to this engines original waxy/glossy paint. I know there is a matt version but they tend to be a little more expensive. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coppercap Posted September 6, 2020 Share Posted September 6, 2020 The original glossy versions were just gloss lacquer put directly on green plastic. It seems to take paint well, but it might be a good idea to strip the lacquer off first if using modern paints, which could be incompatible with the lacquer. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cypherman Posted September 6, 2020 Author Share Posted September 6, 2020 Hi Coppercap, Thanks for the info. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
C.A.T.Ford Posted September 6, 2020 Share Posted September 6, 2020 This is Humbrol enamel #85 brushed over the treacle gloss. It's also how you got an S15 before Hornby made a good one. CAT Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cypherman Posted September 6, 2020 Author Share Posted September 6, 2020 Hi C.A.T.Ford, I am planning an all black one with perhaps a Bachmann tender. I might just buy a bodyshell to practice on to start with. Do not want to mess about with the 4 I already have put away. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
C.A.T.Ford Posted September 6, 2020 Share Posted September 6, 2020 Cypherman, I wasn't suggesting you do anything as unnecessary now as that conversion. I just hoped to show that Humbrol black paint goes over the gloss finish very well. CAT Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Il Grifone Posted September 15, 2020 Share Posted September 15, 2020 I would get rid of the thick glossy crud before attempting any repainting. It is just about/beyond acceptable as it is. I have a glossy 'Evening Star'. The finish jars every time I look at it.... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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