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From Time to Time I Take on Restoration Projects. I will Show Photos of
the Project on this page. If you are interested in having a restoration or
refurbish done please contact me.
If you have a Dinky that needs restoring or refurbishing please
contact me at the email address below for a quote. Please include
make, model number and parts needed along with pictures. We
would be happy to quote you on your project.
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Diecast Restorations Undertaken.

The Diecast Models I restore and the Code 3’s I
build all undergo a complete process before they
are returned to their owners or listed on EBay. They
are stripped back to bare metal using Caustic Soda
or Paint Stripper before one or more coats of primer
and then sanding is done.

Primer is then re-sprayed and lightly sanded before
the finish coats are applied. As many as five coats
go on my models to get the required results.

Any detailing is then done and a light coat of clear is
placed on top. Next are the decals (if applicable) and
then another light coat of clear. Drying time varies
and so does the method of drying (Sunlight,
spotlights or ovens). This is then coated with a final
thicker layer of clear to seal the models finish and
produce a deep glossy shine.

Some models will have been painted in matt finish
as this was the original finish on that particular
model. I always try to use authentic replacement
parts like new tires, decals and small fitted objects.
Most of the models I restore are in very play worn
condition and really need to be restored. I also
partially restore some vehicles (like trucks and
Vans) when parts are still in good condition but
some are badly worn.

All models receive many hours of work before I am
satisfied with the result and will place it up for
auction or return to the owner so be patient when
having a restoration project done.

I hope you like the work I do as I put a lot into the
diecast I restore or rebuild.

Email me for a quote.

Diecast Restoration, a constant rebuilding of the
imagination
Dinky Toys #275 Brinks Armoured Car
Dinky 442 Studebaker Petrol Tanker. Before and after. I did change
the livery as there is no number on the bottom of this toy!
Corgi 428 Smiths Karrier Van, Mr Whippy
Before and after. Code 3 Restoration.
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