Minor/Repaint: RTS Turbo Tracks

Discussion in 'Radicons Customs' started by Jbarb78, Mar 15, 2015.

  1. Jbarb78

    Jbarb78 Well-Known Member

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    I know, it's an old figure but I've been wanting to get around to this for a long time. I originally attempted this back when he was released, but had multiple issues during the process and abandoned it. I was asked recently to do a tutorial on graphics, so I dug this out of a box, stripped it down and started over.

    The blue is a custom mixed blue metallic HoK, with a blue candy overcoat. I hand cut a stencil for the hood graphic, then airbrushed various HoK paints to create what you see here. I'm still getting the hang of the technique, but pretty satisfied with the results. After sealing it with Alclad gloss clear, it was micro polished up to 12000 grit, then buffed smooth as glass.

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  2. prime roller

    prime roller 昔者莊周夢為胡蝶⋯

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    Beautiful! So nice that I'm using that last pic as my phone background.
    How hard is it to learn to get proficient with an airbrush?
     
  3. gargunkle

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    Gorgeous.
     
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  4. Jbarb78

    Jbarb78 Well-Known Member

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    Thanks man, I'm flattered. I've been at it for several years, almost 10 actually. Been at it at the very least 3 times a week in that time, for a while every day. You just have to stick with it and push yourself, don't be afraid to try and test your limits, and most importantly, have fun with it.

    Thank you!
     
  5. warhawk

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    Gorgeous. Yup, that about sums it up.
     
  6. Spliffjumper

    Spliffjumper Hasbro Apologist

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    ohhhhhh my god that is a beautiful shade of blue
     
  7. pumpkingonzo

    pumpkingonzo Stunticon lover!

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    Gorgeous work! Love the red and white wings with the Autobot symbols.
     
  8. BrawnG1

    BrawnG1 Banned

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    That is some work you got there..
    Excellent use of paints... Those colors pop.. Looks like it was meant to be that way..

    I really need to buy an airbrush and compressor..
     
  9. prime326

    prime326 Autobot Leader

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    nice job
     
  10. HQJ

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    Wow, that looks superb.
     
  11. Galva12

    Galva12 Galvatron's "YES" Men

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    Amazing work! I've been pining for a decent Tracks after they announced the upcoming
    MP-25 Tracks, the rts one is just kinda blah. But you took this figure and brought it to life!
    I hope to see more of your work!
     
  12. grunge

    grunge The TANK

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    this!
     
  13. Autovolt 127

    Autovolt 127 Get In The Titan, Prime!

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    The smexiest.
     
  14. Mykltron

    Mykltron Well-Known Member

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    Wow, so shiny! Bringing out the details in bot mode was a good plan!
     
  15. Novaburnhilde

    Novaburnhilde Lord High Governor

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    Very pretty!

    Excellent work. :) 
     
  16. HasTak

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    That coat of paint is totally showroom quality! Great work!
     
  17. cheetor71

    cheetor71 Autobot

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    I can't get over how amazingly beautiful this one is. If it were mine, it would be under glass to protect it.
     
  18. rider

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    Cool
     
  19. Jbarb78

    Jbarb78 Well-Known Member

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    Thank you everyone! He's currently listed on Ebay if anyone is interested, hoping he goes to a good home.