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DAF 380 ATI Tractor
ti
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Posted: Thursday, April 28, 2011 - 05:55 AM UTC
This is my first 1 / 24 scale truck ever. So go easy on me. This is a DAF 380ati Space cab, an old kit. The kit went together quite well except for some minor issues with battery box, which did not fit well. I also had problems with the painting that caused a rough surface on the passenger side. But besides that, it was a fun kit to build. Hope you all like it. I'm still adding little details every now and then.



















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Posted: Thursday, April 28, 2011 - 06:47 AM UTC
Charles, that's a excellent build! Great job on the weathering & all the little details. That's what really brings truck models to life.

Jim
ti
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Posted: Thursday, April 28, 2011 - 07:47 AM UTC
Thanks Jim.
old-dragon
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Posted: Thursday, April 28, 2011 - 11:52 AM UTC
Are those the 2 piece Italeri tires?...if so they never looked so good!...may have to quit tossing those in a box and try using them!
I thought "the ruff paint" was intentional! If it's too much next time try wet sanding and then a clear coat.

Now, my Euro truck knowledge is lacking so I have to ask, is that a box stock truck or did you scratch the front end to make that model/series?

I also like the "flaky paint look"...is that from hair spray or the salt technique?...or something else all together?
Very nice all around!
ti
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Posted: Thursday, April 28, 2011 - 01:05 PM UTC

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Are those the 2 piece Italeri tires?...if so they never looked so good!...may have to quit tossing those in a box and try using them!
I thought "the ruff paint" was intentional! If it's too much next time try wet sanding and then a clear coat.

Now, my Euro truck knowledge is lacking so I have to ask, is that a box stock truck or did you scratch the front end to make that model/series?

I also like the "flaky paint look"...is that from hair spray or the salt technique?...or something else all together?
Very nice all around!


Thanks Bob. The truck was built outta the box with many extra details used from the Italeri Accessory kit. The front extra lights, fire extinguisher, tool box resin from KS.
The chipping was super simple. Paint black, then wait for an hour or so, then paint silver. Wait about 20- 30min, then take a sharp hobby knife and scrap away carefully until you get the effect you' looking for.
old-dragon
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Posted: Friday, April 29, 2011 - 01:01 PM UTC
The hairspray method is like yours...paint underlying color, hairspray, then the top coat which is to be scraped off.
The salt method is the same but leaves small splotches like missing paint flecks.
Baking soda is another one where it'll leave a crusty area like rust.......
ti
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Posted: Saturday, April 30, 2011 - 05:26 AM UTC

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The hairspray method is like yours...paint underlying color, hairspray, then the top coat which is to be scraped off.
The salt method is the same but leaves small splotches like missing paint flecks.
Baking soda is another one where it'll leave a crusty area like rust.......


Yep. That's right. Same kinda results different method.
ti
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Posted: Tuesday, May 31, 2011 - 12:46 PM UTC
Good tip about the baking soda Bob. I'll have to try that out soon.
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Posted: Wednesday, June 01, 2011 - 09:32 AM UTC
I just love it. Coming from the Netherlands, I am used to seeing DAF trucks, but rarely are they this dirty Then again, we don't exactly have deserts here

Well done sir, very well done
ti
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Posted: Wednesday, June 01, 2011 - 10:57 AM UTC

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I just love it. Coming from the Netherlands, I am used to seeing DAF trucks, but rarely are they this dirty Then again, we don't exactly have deserts here

Well done sir, very well done


Thanks Richard. Glad you like it. Personally I do not like a clean model. If it is not have a used look then I will not model it.
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