Bryan

Brian, i also have the set but won't be using it. Doing the Redcocks CAG Bird. If you need a backup, let me know. regards

Ditto the Badger 200, never given me any problems, it has interchangable needles for medium and fine and is easy to clean. Going to pick up a Paasche when i come to the states in June though, i can get it cheaper there.

Yep, B&Q do smaller glass bottles, rather than buying a huge container. It should only cost about £2 for a bottle, beware of the fumes though. I got very lightheaded first time around and wear a respirator when airbrushing.

My first brush was the Aztec, worked fine, still working fine after 3 years. The needles do have a tendency to bend if not cared for but with regular cleaning and a teeny bit tlc, it should last for years. I've also got a BAdger 200 and yet i prefer the Aztec.

Are these the "Testors" brand ?, if so i've seen them but they were at reduced price for quick sale, funnily enough they're still on sale at a reduced price. The shop that has them only has a limited range of colours (mostly pink <_< )

Yip Mike, the Badger hose has the 1/4 " fitting. I had he same problem myself but the badger hose solved that. Regards

Your needle is indeed buggered. My Badger was doing the same until i replaced the Needle (£5.00) and it works as before. It's probably worth getting a couple of spares just in case. I had a bend in the last inch of the needle that i had'nt noticed which forced the end of the needle to hit the tip. regards

Glad i could be of assistance, have fun. regards

Noni, I have always had better results with matts when they are airbrushed on. You also have to make sure that you mix the pigment well into the oil base. I assume you are using it sraight from the tin, not thinned with mineral/white spirit or enamel thinners. I know you have a limited budget but get a hold of some Halfords Primer, Grey or white will do and pracitice airbrushing light mists of matt colour on a junk kit that has been primed. i think you'll be amazed at the results. regards

And that's why i have a problem with Laquer Thinner, Thanx for highlighting it. I'll maybe shoot some paint at a spare kit to see how it works. (bearing in mind i have to spray misted coats) Doh! regards PS. Always wear a mask, on Sunday night i had a major breathing problem due to spraying. I used laquer thinner and sprayed for about five minutes without my mask, i won't do it again, such was the trauma)

Agree with mike, i'm hesitant to try laquer thinner though. Mineral thinners works well, just make sure everything is dust free !

Look at Dana's article, it's pretty amazing. Dana's Page

Oil & turps, it does'nt dry fast and you can feather the wash into streaks etc. have not tried this with enamels but suspect you don't get the same effect regards