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Best option for RAL8020?
Thirian24
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Posted: Saturday, March 19, 2016 - 07:14 AM UTC
What's my best option for RAL8020 (preferably Tamiya) without mixing colors? I need this for a Tiger 1, still fresh at the factory.

Thanks in advance,
Dustin
Armorsmith
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Posted: Saturday, March 19, 2016 - 07:27 AM UTC
Also known as Afrikabraun. There is really no match from Tamiya. You may be able to find it in Testors Acrylics.
TopSmith
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Posted: Saturday, March 19, 2016 - 07:50 AM UTC
Life color makes RAL 8020
Thirian24
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Posted: Saturday, March 19, 2016 - 08:29 AM UTC
Thank you Armorsmith!

Awhile back, I remember you telling me what dull cote you used. Do you mind reminding me of the name?

Is it Testors dullcote clear flat lacquer in the spray can?
Thirian24
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Posted: Saturday, March 19, 2016 - 08:30 AM UTC
Thank you Greg. I'll look into that!
Thirian24
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Posted: Saturday, March 19, 2016 - 08:38 AM UTC
Does life color need to be thinned? And if so, with their own thinner?
Homer0331
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Posted: Saturday, March 19, 2016 - 09:34 PM UTC
If you already have Tamiya it really isn't hard. Mix Buff and Flesh 50/50. Add white until you have a nice light sand color.

SSGToms
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Posted: Saturday, March 19, 2016 - 09:42 PM UTC
Dustin,
RAL 8020 Gelbbraun is made by Lifecolor, is accurate, and is excellent paint. You can airbrush it right from the bottle. You should have excellent results.
Thirian24
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Posted: Sunday, March 20, 2016 - 12:37 AM UTC
Thank you fellas very much for the help. It's very much appreciated.

Cheers,
Dustin
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