Got Chrome?

[Greatscott]

Prepping my TF2 for paint, this evening I washed all of the yellow parts. This weekend I am going to put down the primer coat and start with the base coat (light gun metal).

Going through the picture thread I see that the are a couple of ways to paint up the front grill. Some go all black, so go with chrome around the grill, and a few others go with chrome around the lights as well. I am thinking of just chrome around the grill. What paint are you guys using, and are there any tricks to getting it look good?

Thanks!

[Alpha Male]

A tiny paintbrush is too difficult for me to control, so I used a silver Sharpie paint marker around the edges of my grill. Works very well, but it is not as shiny as chrome. I have a paint pens and markers from silver, to white to flat black for touch ups and small details.

[northernerbill]

You should google say "1982 toyota Hilux" then opt for images etc.

There's like you say multiple options.

My current build is a total black grill, but if you want the silver it's very easy.

Spray your black first.

Using a fine brush use normal model paint and do it as neatly as you can but don't be scared to paint over the edge.

Then once dry simply run a scalpel along the edge lightly which will remove any excess silver giving you a very crisp edge.

Hope that helps

[Greatscott]

Awesome techniques!!!

I like both ideas, gotta decide which way I want to go. The chrome will give it a nice new look, but the paint pen gives it some patina for a weathered look.

[Bluzboy66]

I used a product called Bare-Metal Foil on mine. It comes in a sheet, it goes a long way.....

Bare-Metal® is Used for Detailing Model Cars, and Aircraft - Bare-Metal Foil Co.