1/24 Scale Full Detail Kit AM02-0086 Aston Martin ONE77 - Alpha (1/24)

Aston Martin ONE 77 AM02-0086

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Aston Martin ONE77 1/24 Scale Model Build Guide (AlphaModel)

I. Unpacking and inspection

After opening the Aston Martin packaging, take out all the parts bags and the entire vehicle body. Since there is a risk of damage during the transportation of the product through the logistics company, you should first check whether the parts are missing or damaged. The parts that are more likely to be damaged are the A-pillar of the body shell, brake calipers, wheel rims and other small parts. After confirming that the parts are undamaged, please check whether the etched parts are bent or damaged and whether the water decals are stained. After confirming that all standard items are in good condition, you can start the preparation work for production.

II. Screw lines and polishing the car body

First, observe the various parts of the body shell. There will usually be some unevenness at the bottom of the side skirts. Use sandpaper to smooth it out first. After confirming there are no missing areas, use a 0.15mm stencil cutter to deepen the stencil lines. Although the body shell itself has relatively clear stencil lines, we need to manually deepen them again. This is to create a more three-dimensional effect after completion, and we can consider not using panel lining, using natural shading to show the texture of the stencil areas.

When stenciling, be careful to gradually increase the pressure. First, lightly make a few cuts along the stencil line, then slowly apply pressure. For curved lines, use a curved stencil cutter to deepen the stencil lines. If you don't have a curved stencil cutter, when using a straight stencil cutter, be careful not to go outside the lines to avoid further problems. Also, pay attention to the cutter head angle; do not cut curved stencil lines into straight lines.

After smoothing the entire car body with paper sandpaper, it's necessary to remove any coarse sanding marks using sponge sandpaper. After sanding, you can spray on a layer of putty and then check for any imperfections.

After sanding with paper sandpaper, you can sand it several more times with high-grit sponge sandpaper to make the surface smooth and easier to paint.

III. Printed Parts

Next, you can paint the exterior parts such as the Aston Martin body. For this car, I chose to make it pearl white. The paints you need are gray putty, white putty, milky white (Mr. Hobby C1+C4), and pearl red (Mr. Hobby XC03). Here's a supplement: you can adjust the amount of C4 added to the milky white paint according to your personal preference, but don't add too much. It's safer to add it drop by drop.

IV. Decals

To apply carbon fiber decals to parts, first spray them black, then apply the carbon fiber decals. Before applying, carefully read the instructions and select the appropriate decals according to the numbers. After applying, use a pointed cotton swab to press the grooves firmly and a round cotton swab to press the edges firmly. Do not use a heat gun to heat the decals for too long, otherwise it will soften and deform the resin parts. You can use your fingers to feel the temperature while heating; stop when it feels hot to the touch. Alphamodel's decals have excellent extensibility and adhesive strength, and are very easy to make. With a little patience, you can make each part. After all the decals are applied, spray a layer of semi-gloss transparent varnish (C-181) on the surface to unify the gloss.