Hi guys,

I was recently browsing an online hobby shop and noticed a product made by Gunze called Mr. Surfacer (500 or 1000).
Can anyone help me understand what this is used for and what the difference between 500 and 1000 is?

I appreciate your help.

It's a Thin Putty.... the 1000 is finer than the 500 It can be Airbrushed to create the Non slip coating on the Abrams and other modern Vehicles.

Thanks for the quick response Matt.

It seems to be somewhat dificult to find (for me anyway) I've got some on the way.... Every time i tried to order it the online shops were out

Rollmodels.com has it.

the 500's good for filling gaps ect sands really smooth great stuff

it is also really good for surfacing smooth plastic and looks really good.

What is used to thin and clean this stuff up? Mineral spirits or water?

(I know, I know, i should know the answer but...)

Im another who would love to have the "Mr. surfacer for dummies" guide. I have see many articles where this has been used and aften wondered about looking into getting some, but want to know more about it.
How long does it take to dry after application, before sanding is advisable? I would like it for hiding seems ... is it agood product for this? All answersand opinions would be helpful!

I use cellouse thinners lifts it right off not sure if mineral sprits or water would be strong enough to clean the stuff up. Acetone may work

The best thinner for it is Gunze-Sangyo Mr.Thinner. I believe it is acetone based. Some people claim they used both alcohol and lacquer thinner as thinner for Mr.Surfacer, but I suggest using original Gunze thinner. You can clean brush with lacquer (cellulose) thinner however.

Pawel

I use 90% iso rubbing alcohol to clean my brushes up with.

Mr 500 is also good to do casting effects on Tanks.

Gunze Mr. Thinner is the only thing to use to really clean this stuff up. Especially if you are shooting it through an airbrush.
Work in a well ventilated area- Mr. Surfacer is very volatile(evaporates VERY quickly) . Keep this in mind also when using Mr. Surfacer- Use sparingly and have Mr. Thinner readily available- it will dry on your brush very quickly.

I have not used it in my airbrush, but I would think that because it is so volatile, you need to really thin down an airbrush mixture. I wouldn't run Mr. Surfacer through a $200 Iwata though .

It's great stuff.

It just requires some forethought to using it.

Peter

This is the book, it's got a great information on the use and application of Mr. Surfacer.

i've been using the 500 stuff as a fine line filler, never knew it was so versitle. Been cleaning my brush in water then rubbing the stuff out (only been using it on a dabber (close cut bristles)) now i can look at other uses

I was told that after applying 500 or 1000 and letting it dry, just wipe a Q-tip that is wetted with finger nail polish remover (with scetone) and it will smooth the joint without tedious sanding or scraping.

Sealhead