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American Scout C-2 Cargo Ship by Sterling Models

Sounds like your primer is the issue.
Perhaps find another brand of primer.
I use a high build primer that I buy at NAPA auto parts.
Made by Duplicolor.
Hasn’t given me any issues.
I also let it dry for 2 days after spraying it.
 
I use automotive primer for most everything, but I have found some brands leave a texture like 120 grit sandpaper, or the stuff I get at the local auto store here that seems to need a super thick coat to get complete coverage.

One question: are you shooting acrylics over the primer, or enamel?
 
Namabiiru said:
I use automotive primer for most everything, but I have found some brands leave a texture like 120 grit sandpaper, or the stuff I get at the local auto store here that seems to need a super thick coat to get complete coverage.

One question: are you shooting acrylics over the primer, or enamel?
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It is an enamel spray. If I sand first, it doesn’t seem to be a problem.
 
Vic ,that so called "orange peel" texture generally happens when the bottom coat was not 100% dry. The surface may feel dry and ready for the next coat but still may be a little soft. I agree, leave the primer coat a couple of days to ensure completely dry. If this still happens your paints are not compatible.
 
GrantTyler said:
Good morning Vic. Wonderful progress, she looks very cool. Looks like you have a balsa puzzle ahead of you... ;). Cheers Grant
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I really do have a balsa puzzle. I’m isolating larger pieces I can identify and placing them in containers that have parts for the four levels of the superstructure. After I have sorted them out, I’m hoping I can suss out the smaller parts that fit. If I can’t, I may have to manufacture some little pieces. It will be an adventure, Grant! Thanks for following.
 
Vfordyce said:
I then sanded the primer down to where it was bare in spots and got rid of the problem areas. I don’t think I’m a fan of this primer.
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What kind of primer was it? I've recently had something similar happen with Rustoleum 2X
 
When you make a ship that's supposed to be steel out of wood, you have to choose a wood that has a tight grain. Basswood and balsa are VERY open grained woods. Hiding that grain is difficult even with self-leveling and gap filling primer. Obtain some maple hardwood and fabricate the parts from that. It has a fine grain and is readily obtainable. Avoid walnut and mahogany.
 
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