The Art of Airbrushing Show Quality Model Cars with Donn Yost (Extended Preview of the 90min DVD)

[PiotrThePrimate]

The complete DVD is excellent. The "Old Man" gives away lots of his techniques. It is skewed towards a North American audience with its focus on Testors but that is what the Mr Yost uses and Testors is available to most of the world via ebay. I highly recommend the DVD.

[MrJonnathan2007]

The Mustang fastback at 7:15 is Sweet!What company produces that mustang?

[TheDegree777]

Does your dvd that you have for purchase on your website show how to mix enamel

model car paints. Have you ever tried to cut open the door and have operation hinges on any of your model cars?

[oldmansmodels]

@TheDegree777

Yes ! The dvd will teach you a complete A To Z method on how to use Testors enamels with an airbrush . As for cutting doors , I don't do it , it's a royal pain in the behind , I've never really been satisfied with how they look upon completion .

[mormanman13]

Is that a 68 dart swinger?

[dannymcmuffin1]

what that thing called that you stick model to

[artdisco]

Hey, thanks for sharing your tips! You do great work...I really benefited from your information!

[MOONRAK3R23]

@oldmansmodels

Great video, u do great looking work. I was wondering, do you use a primer on ur car bodies before u put on a base coat. Because every time I try to use a primer my paint jobs don't turn out so good. I normally don't use a primer and my cars turn out great. Any info would b helpful.

Thx

[swampfoxzzmotorsport]

You should build a model demolition derby car check mine out thanks

[MrDaveyboy1212]

Yo man,, my cousins last name is Yost... what a small world it is.. Love your rides. flawless mirror shine paintjobs,, just toatlly awsome.. where do u get those pieces of sandpaper ? 6000, 4000, 8000 grits.. i can't find any around my home.

[oldmansmodels]

@MrDaveyboy1212

Micromark carries it , they have 2400 thru 12000 . It is available in 6 x 9 sheets which can be cut into 4 squares which is about the best deal going . Thanks for the compliment , it is greatly appreciated !

[RVCAMMARATA]

HI; YOU SAID YOU USE 4,000 / 6,000 and 12,000 sand papper,,, Did you mean 400, 600 and 1,200? I never seen wet sandpapper more then 2,000. Where did you get them?

[oldmansmodels]

@RVCAMMARATA

Micromark. 2400 through 12000 grit which is rubber backed sand paper .

[RVCAMMARATA]

@oldmansmodels That's all fine, But where did you fine the sand paper?

[oldmansmodels]

@RVCAMMARATA

Take the first word of my reply and add . com to it . They sell it either in kit form or by the 6 by 9 sheets , which by the way , are the best deal as they can be cut into 4 squares.

[brendanraymond]

Hi there!

I've just stumbled across your youtube channel and I must say I'm impressed! Its given my back some inspiration to get back into modeling! Its only been about 7 years since I last touched one.

Just a quick few questions though, that paint job at 9:10, do get that deep shine, is it the clear that achieves that or another technique?

Secondly, when one uses metal foil for trim, should this be sprayed with a clear coat do you think?

Thankyou for reading.

[oldmansmodels]

@brendanraymond

Actually , it's both ! The color , being enamel , already has a gloss to it . When coated with the clear enamel , the depth and richness of the color is further enhanced by the gloss of the clear. I do not advise using clear over the bare metal foil , there is really no need for it and the clear could yellow or attack the foiled surface . The hobby has progressed by leaps and bounds since you left it , it's a great time to get back into it !

[undergroundpredator]

What is the color you used on the car? And who was it by?

[oldmansmodels]

@undergroundpredator

Colors By Boyd Lime Pearl made by Testors . Word on the street .... They discontinued the line and will no longer be producing it . The sheer stupidity of this company's executives never ceases to amaze me !

[undergroundpredator]

@oldmansmodels thanks for responding back to me. I'm working on a 1979 El Camino Car, and a 1978 el camino Model. I'm trying to build a mii me for my car and that color was what I was looking for. The actual car will be house of kolor planet green w/ house of kolor yellow candy on it w/ house of kolor yellow flakes. the flakes have been also discontinued so I have been told, but I already have them =-)

[shadowbillyphone]

Dude, are you serious!? You've basically turned your paint job skills from real cars to scaled models. It's insanely awesome! Even my car from the factory wouldn't have this quality of paint.

[oldmansmodels]

@shadowbillyphone The dvds will teach you how to do it in no time at all ! It will be the best spent $ 20 you ever laid out !

[numberx3x]

thanks! these tips and techniques realy helped me make some of my best car finishes yet.

[mx20100]

i love cars ! cute

[mx20100]

I love cars

[outskirtscustoms]

All great advice, I been building models for 15 years and have won a few local shows and I'd be embarrassed to put mine even close to yours. You've truly mastered the art of modeling.

[oldmansmodels]

@outskirtscustoms

That is why I put the dvds on the market ! If I can do it , you can do it ! It is very simple as long as you follow the steps laid out in the dvds . 49 years of experience will not steer you wrong ! I thank you for the compliment , it is greatly appreciated !

[PBthecat]

More content!

[EtownProd2]

@PBthecat You want more content. The entire DVD is available at oldmansmodels . com for purchase.

[oldmansmodels]

@PBthecat

Step by step , comprehensive method from start to finish that will have you painting like a pro in no time at all . Covers proper paint environment , proper tools and product , proper kit prep , proper airbrush technique , and polishing. Dvd is 90 minutes long . With a little practice , you will be producing consistent show finishes on a regular basis !

[F1or3k]

You are PRO! That is great. So much love to Your's models.

[oldmansmodels]

@F1or3k Thank you ! Your kind words are appreciated !

[mrtrek64]

At 6:11 does he say the car was already clear coated? Something I don't understand is if the car was clear coated then how did he remove the scratch from the paint? Did he have to rub down passed the clear coat to get to the base coat and then apply new clear coat when finished? Unless the imperfection was on the clear coat and not the paint?

[oldmansmodels]

@mrtrek64

The imperfection was in the clear coat !

[mrtrek64]

@oldmansmodels Thank you. And those colors you mix are eye popping eye candy!! Beautiful mixing is all I can say.

[oldmansmodels]

@mrtrek64 The scratch was in the clear coat , not the paint .

[SuperCrudedude]

Paint looks great



[MrGrantlen]

where to u buy your model car body and kits

[oldmansmodels]

@MrGrantlen

Most of the kita are purchased at the shows from model car vendors . They are cheaper and more readily available at the shows.

[bikeXscootXski]

i have bout 2 model cars ( a revell 57' flipnose vette and a revell acura rsx 3 in 1) and nethier of them fit properly resulting in a bad looking model and i do all the steps the exact way they say and i need some help.

[AlmightyJimmy]

Oh god... I want an air brush so badly... Too bad that i still am young and cash broke =P

[oldmansmodels]

@AlmightyJimmy

Wash cars . cut grass , rake leaves , etc , what ever it takes ! It all depends on how bad you want it .

[MrMopar1968]

This is the first time I've seen some of your work. Everyone says your work is amazing. Talk about an understatement!!

[oldmansmodels]

@MrMopar1968 Thank you ! , I have a lot of fun with it . It is easy to do , believe it or not . That is the reason we put out the dvd . This way , everybody can learn how to do it without suffering through the trial and error stage .

[mds13696]

Where do you get your light green paint from

[oldmansmodels]

@mds13696

If you are referring to the paint on the Nova , it is Testors Boyds Lime Pearl enamel

[mrtrek64]

@mds13696 I'm sure he has his paints color matched at an auto paint store and has them custom blended.

[oldmansmodels]

@mrtrek64 Colors are my own and mixed by myself . No auto parts stores are involved ! That , my friend . is the beauty of enamels !

[mds13696]

love the colours



[mds13696]

cool cars!!!!!!!!!!

[gumpydoood]

Years ago, I did flames on a Willy's. Using the bottom of a glass ashtray, I applied my tape and carefully cut the flame shapes out. I then carefully peeled the tape off & applied to the car. After spaying yellow, orange and red, I pinstiped the edge blue. That was the hardest part. After letting it dry for a week, I sprayed 14 coats of clear, rubbing out between every 3rd or 4th coat.

[legomonster608]

does somebody know how to make doors for a die-cast 1:18 please respond

[118DEC118]

what size needle or nosel is the best to use? i got a airbrush and i get like a 10mm spray when i want a 100mm spray.

[EtownProd2]

Please direct all model car questions to Donn Yost on his website or youtube channel.  I only make the videos.

[MontyGarza]

@EtownProd2 HAHA you should change the title to Direct all questions to DONN YOST ... Looks like no one reads the info below the vids

[oldmansmodels]

Find out what needle / head combination gives the widest spray pattern for your model of airbrush . The manufacturer shoild be able to help you with this question

[styreen]

Interesting video. One remark and one suggestion:

1) When painting the bonnet (or hood) at 4:52, the car body is in the line of fire.

2) The paint standers make for a rather top heavy combination once the parts to be painted are  on. A small piece of triplex or plastic on the bottom gives it a stable foot so the parts won't fall over.

Thanks for posting the videos.

Kind regards.

[oldmansmodels]

Being that it is enamel , the paint is wet and will absorb any light over spray without causing a problem.I generally stand away from the other parts when shooting , it was'nt possible to do so while shooting the dvd due to camera angles . As for the stands , I stay away from any type of plastic as it will attract dust and dirt . The pipe nipples are made of black iron and are heavy enough to with stand the weight of the body and do not fall over ,

[mokanaman]

Fantastic advice great video

[jplumber100]

Open rafters in a paint room, Why not just buy a 200,000 dollar devilbiss paint booth for model cars. Ive been painting model cars for years down my basement piece of dust here or there thats why they make 2000 and higher sand paper and you polish to perfection.

[EtownProd2]

Please direct all model car questions to Donn Yost on his website or youtube channel.  I only make the videos.

[txiong2009]

whats the name of that spray paint kit?

[oldmansmodels]

What spray paint kit are you referring to ?

[plumcrazymopar1]

it is a paash h-5 theres a kit for 100 bucks at paash website

[Maxrev]

what?

your pets chasing your kids?

[oldmansmodels]

Not so much now , However , back in the day , it was a regular circus ! I loved every minute of it ! Now , the goofy felines just chase each other.

[styreen]

That shows you've never seen kids and pets together. Once that combination gets going it's sometimes really difficult to distinct which is which. And yes it DOES get dusty but most of all HAIRY (in more than one way too).

[Maxrev]

no you dont get it.Iam german and translated into german it sounds like your pets traying to eat your kids^^

i have a dog ;-) so i know exactly how much dirt they make

[oldmansmodels]

Translated into any language , you sometimes don't know who is trying to eat who ! Lol !

[oldmansmodels]

You forgot to use the word , interesting too ! At times you don't know who is biting , chasing , annoying , teasing , who ! The list goes on and on ! Believe it or not , I miss those days !

[dominiclyddon]

Gah it makes me sigh. I airbrush gundam stuff and the last one I did was about 600 bits :S. Wish I was into the cars seems more satisfying! Not so much of a headache! I might get this DVD...

[2346]

All i wanted to know is how to make the car shiny and make it look like metal

[EtownProd2]

Ahhh, if you buy the DVD, you'll find out.

[oneslowride]

My hardest part about painting is flames. Does your video touch on this?

[EtownProd2]

No, it doesn't. You'd have to ask him about it. You can ask him on his website.

[DJaySnoopZ]

@oneslowride does his video touch on this ?

[Nacnud22157]

very useful tips.

but remember, to use a small piece of sandpaper (6.20 ish.)

[Diabolik771]

He's good.

[92MustangLover]

what do you use to make your tube chassis and were do you get your slicks and rims??? msg back thnx

[oldmansmodels]

Most of my tires and slicks come from the Monogram and Revell Pro Stock and funny car kits. My chassis work is made up of either plastic or aluminum tubing. I often use chassis' from other kits. Hope this helps.

[inewalls]

Spectacular jobs !!! I like them very much. Greetings from Spain.

[oldmansmodels]

Thank you ! I sent several copies of the new dvd to your country last week. Your compliments are greatly appreciated

[pur3statz]

i wish i had money to get model cars and stuff :(

[oldmansmodels]

Do what I did , cut grass, rake leaves, wash cars, etc. Ask for kits and supplies at Christmas time or your birthday.

[u2becool3000]

what are you using to hold the body at 4:37 ????

[northean]

It looks like a piece of pipe or something taped to the part

[oldmansmodels]

A black iron pipe nipple with masking tape folded over and wrapped to hold the body on.

[pkbass93]

can you send me a link

where to buy white stock models

[EtownProd2]

I don't know why he only does muscle cars. You'd have to ask him on his mesasge board. He answers all questions posted.

[egeales125]

maybe he dosent like exotic cars

[TheOldmansmodels]

I admire them for their engineering and abilities but prefer the American made cars.

[etnies45672]

why is everry car you do is a muscel car

[TheOldmansmodels]

I build a variety of cars , pro street , street rods , drag cars , factory stock , street machine, etc. I prefer the cars from the 20's thru the 70's

[glydeuserhelp]

it just might be because hes a big fan of muscle cars duhhhh

[ddogg4eva]

wat are u usin to hold the car

[EtownProd2]

It's masking tape around a pipe. Donn has a system on how to set that up. I can't explain it to you as well as he can, but its on the DVD.

[TheOldmansmodels]

I use 6 inch black iron pipe nipples from 1/4 in to 3/4 in diameters. It allows you to turn the car body 360 degrees when airbrushing which enables you to cover every inch of the body with an even coat of paint.