I've been mainly using (Graffiti decals) paints and solutions to weather cars. I recently have come across a dry weathering powder at a train Show, the getting used to the multi variations of powder in this kit and the applications depending on the material is a bit tricky but fun to work with. I recently picked 4 small tankers to test- to remove the "newness" and on a couple of them to add some rust affects. The powder is much more forgiving than the wet applications. Some before and after's.
Not really, it instructs you to apply and there will be some adherence, I use a coarse paint brush to dab on the powder to my visual feeling and there is some of the powder that drops off in the bucket during application. I did not see any powder on my fingers nor fingerprints on the cars except when applying and holding for tight areas like trucks but I also used care in placing cars on the track and don't really expect to handle them much. The tankers I handle by the outer platform edge to avoid over handling the tank. I would imagine some of it what did not adhere could come off over time if you transport a lot, but it is easily reapplied. They mention you can also spray clear coat to insure the weathering you want will stay. I've not decided to do that yet. Anyhow I think with the combo of my airbrush and powder I can have more options. Here is the little set up I made to apply powders and catch excess, the mixture of powders that falls is actually re-useable and a nice blend over time.
CGRR Decoder instal by cal_43spanish, auf Flickr CGRR DCC testrun by cal_43spanish, auf Flickr put a decoder into my 2-8-0
Tea and ties after a long day. Over the weekend I stained some Nn3 ties with Campbell tie stain. I'm not happy with the light shade. They only soaked a short time. I'm going to soak them again as soon as I finish my cookies. I found the old twist drill holder at a thrift shop today. I've had the can of stain forever. The price tag is from Broadbents in Southampton Pa. I think they sold around 1980 and the store became Southampton Hobbies. I don't know what is there now.
I have added the conversion of a C44-9W into an AC4400C6M on my workbench. I am waiting for parts to arrive from Kato.