We've already established a colour for the Optimus 111 Ford Cosmos Blue from Halfrauds Here are some other colours that I've used, obtained from good old B&Q. For my Tilley Lamps I've used Plasti-kote Metallic Range 454 Brass For my FL6 floodlight Plasti-kote Metallic Range 621/451 Silver For my Green Bialaddin/Vapalux lamps Plasti-kote Gloss super Range 1126 Lawn Green I'm not saying that these are 'the' colours to use. They're the ones that I've used and I think they're pretty close. At least as close as I could get off the shelf. One can get spray paint mixed to ones requirements but I think it's a bit pricey. The true colour doesn't come out until you spray over with lacquer. If anyone else tries these colours I'd value your feedback. Henry
H, how does the Plasti-kote paint stand up to the heat thrown off from the burners? especialy the FL6 (a kind forum member has procured one for me )
I wonder if that kind forum member holds the unofficial world record for getting the largest number of FL6's to move around the country simoultaneously Thanks for the info, H. And the FL6 - By 'eck it's bright 8) Cheers, Steve
I haven't had a problem as yet with the paint but then I haven't had it alight that much. I think it's one of those try it a sees. As to the world record it only stands at 3. 1 more to go Colins coming down for the weekend to pick his up. Should be good. All the family are going away. I've got a box of stoves and lamps that need fettling, a fridge full of beer, a rack full of wine and a decent take away curry house around the corner. H
YEEESSS !! I was under the impression that it is me that is bringing ironmongery for you to fettle ! The Metaxa is something I plan to fettle single-handed so don't worry about that particular little problem. I have a feeling it's gonna be a good one. Colin.
I've just started re-spraying my Optimus 8R. I've found that the Ford colour "Blue Haze" looks quite close to what my 8R was before. The electrolytic rust removal removes paint just as well. I peeled the old paint off and took a piece to match to the spray. Dave.
Does any body know of a good match, available in UK, for the green Optimus 111. I have a 111 and the original colour appears to be very much like this: |imgRemoved|
