Tip O' The Day

Category:

   Weathering

Submitted By:

   Shane

Tip:

   Experimenting on my old YT-1300, I found a cool way to add some battle damage and dirty up the engine section: After the first coat of paint was applied, I took my model outside and poured a layer of coarse gunpowder all over the engine block. Light the powder with a long piece of coathanger with some purning glue on the end. The coarse chunks of powder will jump around when ignited and cause a random pitting and scorching. Wash off the resulting soot and paint, weather, drybrush, etc. Kitchen mittens and protective eyewear are a good idea :o)

Editor's Note: Don't try this WITHOUT protective gear and adult supervision