Andy Posted July 18, 2006 Share Posted July 18, 2006 If you have a query or problem regarding a Scaledown Model, post here. Nigel will try to respond to queries when he has time, but if any of you other Scaledown enthusiasts know the answer or can help, by all means post your own solutions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SPN Posted July 18, 2006 Share Posted July 18, 2006 I have a pair of Scaledown 14x30 wheels which I want to paint white to go on a Ford 5000. I have Humbrol #22 gloss white, but it doesn't seem to want to "take" to the metal. What am I doing wrong, and what should I actually be doing to get the best results? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NIGEL FORD Posted July 18, 2006 Share Posted July 18, 2006 Hello, have you washed & rinsed them, mould release agent is always present on parts such as these & will not accept paint, white is especially a poor coverer (as is yellow), a white primer may be advisable applied first. 'hope this helps. Humbrol does tend to be on the thin side, especially in this heat! Nigel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SPN Posted July 18, 2006 Share Posted July 18, 2006 Thanks Nigel! From where I am now (shabby paint job) how do I get back to the metal and start again? If (when!) I get another pair (or three), do I use ordinary soap & water to wash them prior to priming them? The other question I have relates to tidying up the edges (between the studs where the centres meet the rims). What are the right tools to use, and what technique tips would you give? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NIGEL FORD Posted July 23, 2006 Share Posted July 23, 2006 Hello, paint/varnish stripper or cellulose thinners/gunwash etc on metal (KEEP WELL AWAY FROM PLASTICS & your bare flesh/eyes/lungs). An emery board or nailfile will clean up any rough egdes of the bare metal. Hot soapy water is fine then hot rinse will help speed drying again, though not a problem of late with this heat.Regards Nigel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marshman Posted February 20, 2009 Share Posted February 20, 2009 Just a couple of questions for Nigel or anyone who knows. Is it best to paint each individual bit before assbling. Or paint once built? What is the best type of glue to use. Is super glue any good? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ploughmaster Posted February 20, 2009 Share Posted February 20, 2009 Super glue doesn't seem to work too well for these. I (and most people I would think) generally use an epoxy resin glue like Araldite. It is a good idea to wash all the parts to start with to ensure there is no mould release agent/grease/dirt on them which might affect the paint and file/emery any rough edges on the castings. Small parts like handles and levers are often easiest painted before fixing (they may be inaccessable when fitted). Most of it is easier to paint if you part assemble into sections ie. skid unit, axle, bonnet etc, especially where for instance the skid unit and bonnet are a different colour. Obviously you paint wheels before fitting tyres, and before fitting them to the model. The secret is not to rush it. They all come with clear instructions. Do a dry fit (without glue) on each part to check the fit before you glue it. Support the part while the glue sets if necessary, and just assemble a bit at a time, leaving the glue to set before fitting the next part (most of Nigels models can be made in a series of sub assemblies so you can work on one whilst the glue sets on another). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NIGEL FORD Posted February 21, 2009 Share Posted February 21, 2009 WE have been marketing a rubberised super-glue for these for almost 10 years now which is ideal whereas std.superglue goes brittle in time and doesn't fill gaps so well. It also takes a few more seconds to go off giving you a tad longer to check alignment,....fantastic stuff to have around the house too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Ferguson Posted February 21, 2009 Share Posted February 21, 2009 Is this on sale for Spalding Nigel I could do with some of that I reckon... Also.. as this is 'Ask Nigel' When oh when oh when will you PLEASE make me an MF165 :'( Oh... and an MF240 too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NIGEL FORD Posted February 21, 2009 Share Posted February 21, 2009 Patience man.... sorry I haven't replied to your other posts.... I forget where it was now....' still working on the blues ( 5 versions of 4wd DEXTA/SUPER DEXs) still and a yellow thing aswell.... ( oooohhhh wassat then......?) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Ferguson Posted February 21, 2009 Share Posted February 21, 2009 Marky shuts his eyes and says... OOOOOOOooooo please let it be a 65R * or a 65S * I hope you've got the front axle right if it is.... what am I talking about... if you've done one it will be perfect Nige * Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deere-est Posted February 21, 2009 Share Posted February 21, 2009 This is all spurring me on to get a move on with my 65 and fergy trailer I bought at Toytrac, Nigel! Best I have some of that glue too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tractorman810 Posted February 22, 2009 Share Posted February 22, 2009 Is this on sale for Spalding Nigel I could do with some of that I reckon... Also.. as this is 'Ask Nigel' When oh when oh when will you PLEASE make me an MF165 :'( Oh... and an MF240 too and one for me to nigel, your superb range is lacking something terrible in the beloved reds mate :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allis8550 Posted February 22, 2009 Share Posted February 22, 2009 I'd love a 165 too, please Nigel, I agree with Marky and Sean you need a few more reds in the range. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Ferguson Posted February 22, 2009 Share Posted February 22, 2009 Come on Nige... You've sold two (plus my free one... commission and all that) ... already Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NIGEL FORD Posted February 22, 2009 Share Posted February 22, 2009 I'd love a 165 too, please Nigel, I agree with Marky and Sean you need a few more reds in the range. yeah!! I see in the new Classic Tractor a COUNTY 762H from the Benson era.... in RED.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justy 46 Posted August 22, 2011 Share Posted August 22, 2011 Nigel is there any chance of a Ford 4000 or 4600 coming on stream in 1/32. They seem to be always over shadowed by the 5000 & other tractors in there power range like the DB990 & MF 165. If you done one, me and plenty more lads would buy them im sure cause no model manufactor has even given them a tought & they were Fords best sellers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike R Posted August 22, 2011 Share Posted August 22, 2011 Yes I would buy a Ford 4000 my favourite tractor of all time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justy 46 Posted August 22, 2011 Share Posted August 22, 2011 Yes I would buy a Ford 4000 my favourite tractor of all time Thats good to hear Mike. Glad we share the same views. There is plenty Ford fanatics out there like ourselfs that would love a 4000 or 4600 in any scale realy. 1/32 would be fantastic tough. Id say 75% of farmers that ran Fords all there life had a 4000 or 4600 at some stage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MuirHillyBilly Posted August 22, 2011 Share Posted August 22, 2011 I think I already know the answer to this (thanks to Lloyds Loaders) but I'll ask anyway, is there any possibility of a Muir Hill 121, 141 or 161? I'll buy like 2000 of them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justy 46 Posted August 23, 2011 Share Posted August 23, 2011 I think I already know the answer to this (thanks to Lloyds Loaders) but I'll ask anyway, is there any possibility of a Muir Hill 121, 141 or 161? I'll buy like 2000 of them Id buy a Muir Hill also,no problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Posted August 23, 2011 Share Posted August 23, 2011 Muir Hill would be nice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justy 46 Posted August 23, 2011 Share Posted August 23, 2011 Muir Hill would be nice Dont forget my 4000 & 4600. ;D ;D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MuirHillyBilly Posted August 23, 2011 Share Posted August 23, 2011 Dont forget my 4000 & 4600. ;D ;D Don't make me fight you for it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FendtFarmer Posted August 23, 2011 Share Posted August 23, 2011 hi there i want to have a go at building a scaledown model, can anyone recommand a good model for a beginner of scaledown kits. thank you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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