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@@matty0088 I custom mix all my air brush paints to match the original color.

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@@johnyanik1414 _"Also make sure your evaporator coil fins are clean. There is an evaporator coil cleaning foam on Amazon."_ I replaced the entire AC system in 2022 to a 10 ton system. I took a look at the evaporator coils when I had the fan out and they looked clean.

Hello; No you cannot use food colorings. They will not hold up in sunlight. For best results use an airbrush with translucent air brush paint. I have links to the supplies that I use in the page description. Thanks for watching.

Hello; I do repairs on client blowmolds and animatronic items as well. Please send a picture of your blowmold for me to analyze and I will advise. Thanks for watching.

Hello I use Createx transparent airbrush paint with a hardener applied with an airbrush. I have the links to my supplies in the page description. I m glad your blowmold project was a success. Good job.

Hello Thanks for the inquiry. I am sorry but I don't currently have a solution for brittle plastic. This is a frequently asked question. Have faith for It is a problem that I am actively pursuing a solution for. Thank you for watching.

Wow, hundreds of blowmolds! Your on a mission. I'm happy to hear that you will be restoring them. It is indeed difficult to get paint to adhere to blowmolds. I airbrush all my creations using Createx transparent air brush paint. I mix in 4030 balancing clear along with an adhesion promoter. It sounds crude but I use fine steel wool and lacquer thinner to prep the surface of the blow mold for good adhesion prior to airbrushing. (Always test on sample first because lacquer thinner could melt some blow molds). I have yet to find a method of solidifying brittle plastic. I am still researching. You can find links to all the paints and supplies that I use in my page description. I will be posting an airbrush tutorial shortly. Thanks for watching.

Hello; I receive so many comments on how sentimental antique blow molds have become for people. I still remember the snowman that my family had when I was a young man. Oh those memories. Yes I do repairs of clients blowmolds and animatronics. Can you please send some pictures of the damaged areas for evaluation. I will analyze for feasibility and advise. Thank you for watching.

Hello I have been using the moldable plastic pellets for several years now. The repairs are durable and seem to be holding up good. I have had only 2 repairs yellow slightly but I do believe that I may have overheated the mix or introduced some contaminant. I live in Central Florida where attics can reach 130-150F. I have stored repaired blow molds in my attic without incidence. However I would hesitate to store them in an Arizona attic that could reach 180F. The manufacturer of the pellets recommends 170F water for preperation. Do not microwave a water/pellet mix as the pellets will overheat and discolor. Note that the finished product is very durable and therefore need not be installed too thick. The thicker the application the more opaque it becomes. Thanks for watching.😊

Thanks, I'm a New Yorker, extreme heat is never an issue. I like what I see, and look forward to your painting tips.

Hello Diana I'm so glad that I can help. I have included links to all of my supplies in the site description. Please avoid using standard spray can paint because it will block the light from coming through and will look splotchy and shiny. Shiny paint will also degrade the originality of the piece making it look too new. Please use an airbrush for the very best results. I use transparent air brush paint applied with an airbrush. Here is the link: amzn.to/3vccjS4 I also add approximately 45% hardener to the mix to help with adhesion to the HDPE: amzn.to/41J5G5X Let the paint dry for 48 hours for best durability when using hardener. Here is a reasonable basic starter air brush kit to get you started: amzn.to/3vq2cZU I also use super fine steel wool with denatured alcohol to rough up the surface prior to painting. I will be releasing a blowmold air brush tutorial video shortly; it will contain methodology and tips. Thanks so much for watching and have a very happy new year.

I have one more question. Do you have any recommendations on how to create a nose for a nativity angel? Her middle section from her eyebrows to her chin are missing. Thank you.

Hello I would need to see a close up picture of the angels face to determine what reconstruction process to pursue.

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Hello, Thank you for sharing your story. I love hearing about the restoration of cherished family blowmolds. I air brush my blowmolds with transparent paint. This process allows light to pass through. I am working on an air brush technique video that I will post in January. Please come back to see it. Here is the paint that I currently use. Thanks for watching. Transparent paint amzn.to/48xT97O Air brush kit amzn.to/3RSDF8J

Thanks for your quick reply!

Hello My upcoming videos will include repair of both a Grinch and a snoring santa animatronics. Also a video on air brush painting techniques. Thanks for watching.

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Hello The soldering gun should be at least 25 watts. I prefer a non tapered tip. Also use steel wool to clean the tip immediately after each use. If you don't clean it each time, the plastic will bake onto the tip and turn black and smoke. Be careful not to breathe any smoke as it is toxic. Use a whole steel wool pad to help isolate your fingers from the hot tip when cleaning it. Here is a link to the soldering gun that I would recommend. amzn.to/41rkN3S Thank you for watching.

Hello Its a unique service. You could possibly contact local antique restoral companies. They generally attend trade shows and may know of someone. Thanks for watching.

Hello Thank you for the information. I will definitely get some Citrustrip. I encounter so many different paints and often times struggle with their removal. Thanks for watching.

Hello; The beads are Betionol moldable plastic pellets. Here is the link: amzn.to/3TgBz3y After molded and dried they will turn a semi translucent white that matches the blow mold. Keep in mind that the thicker the layer the less translucent it becomes. It is very durable when formed so it does not need to be very thick. Be sure to use a clean glass bowl. Also keep your hands clean and dry as possible because when in melted state it is very sticky and catches everything.

Also there are links to all the materials that I use in my page description.

Hello; I use an air brush with Createx transparent air brush paint along with a clear reducer and an opaque clear hardener. There links to all the material that I use in my page description. The white sections are unpainted however I will air brush them transparent white to blend the repair area.

I see. Thank you!

Hello Lacquer thinner can indeed remove paint that was poorly applued so try it on a hidden area first. If you are concerned about the paint then substitute denatured alcohol for cleaning purposes.

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Hello, High ambient temperature can indeed cause repairs utilizing standard low temperature glue sticks to melt between 104-115 degrees Fahrenheit. This is why I emphasize using "high temperature" hot melt glue. The high temperature version will melt around 250 to 375 Fahrenheit. HDPE plastic itself melts at around 400 degrees Fahrenheit.

Hello Here is the link for the moldable pellets. amzn.to/49QQPtV Thanks for watching.

Hello, I have recently added links to all of the equipment and material that I use on my channel description. Be sure to use only "high temperature glue sticks with a high temperature glue gun". Only the high temperature version gets hot enough to partially melt the blow mold for better adhesion. Be sure to clean and prep the surfaces for better bonding. Thanks for watching. High Temperature, crystal clear glue sticks. amzn.to/3MXJE9l Dual temp, High temp glue gun amzn.to/40Q9oKC

Hello. I am working on an airbrush painting video that will be released shortly. Thanks for watching.

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Hello, Sounds like your sleigh has potential. Please let me know how your repairs go. Thanks for watching.

the sleigh is almost perfect i will let you know when i repair it most likely after christmas@@johnyanik1414

I could not believe the price of a new motor and drive. I was so happy to find an open box replacement on ebay. It's working great. Thanks for watching.

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Hello Thanks for the tip. Yes drilling a hole at the very end of a crack works well. Thanks for watching.

Don Featherstone, great find! I'm glad that I could help. I will have some airbrushing and lighting videos very soon. Thanks for watching.

I am currently working on a painting video that will feature air brush techniques for blow molds. It will include the use of transparent paints.

Hello. I'm so very happy to have helped. Your comments make my day. Everybody has such special memories attached to these traditional blow molds. I'm going to start a series of blow mold air brush tutorials shortly. Please post pictures of your work. Thanks for watching and have a very merry Christmas.

Wow great find for $5.00! Can you please send pics of your restoration. I would love to see it. Thank you for watching.

Good luck with the project. You should be able to find a motor on ebay. Take measurements of the existing motor including shaft dia and length and note voltage specifications on its nameplate to assure acquisition of correct replacement. Beware of cheap substitute motors as they will not last and are subject to noise due to inferior manufacturing. Take some pics of the bad motor positioning in relation to blower and motor bracket before you start. These make for great positioning references during installation of new motor. Thanks for watching.

@@johnyanik1414 I intended to replace the motor. I replaced the blower run capacitor only, fired it up, and the motor initially hmmed for a few seconds.. I tapped the outside of the blower housing gently with my screwdriver which may have nothing to do with anything but after a few more seconds the unit started spinning normally its been running fine ever since but curious if the problem was the run capacitor upon replacement of it why the hmmm after replacement ? You think the motor could still be an issue or failure ready to happen soon? Or are these observations consistent with a run capacitor failure? Maybe it took a moment for the new blower capacitor to get energize upon power up? Thoughts?

@@pcexpress911 Does the blower spin freely without restriction? Did you check your voltage? Are the contacts on the motor run relay ok? Is the capacitor the correct type and value?

Hello; Here is a link for a decoration light repair kit. UL listed for indoor/outdoor use. Find a (frosted, warm white LED bulb) with the appropriate wattage for the size of your blow mold. Be sure its a frosted bulb. amzn.to/41k17yL

I would use wood glue. It gets into the foam pores and it dries slowly giving you time to work the crack back together. Also use a bungee cord, string, a belt or a robe cinch to hold it together until dry.

I will be posting a video on airbrushing techniques shortly. Thank you for watching.

@@johnyanik1414 Did you post a video of the airbrushing technique? I did not see one.

@@nickismith-um6kv Hello, Im sorry but I have not yet posted the airbrushing video. I have been working on numerous techniques to increase adhesion and harden the paint all while maintaining a translucent matt finish. I have had positive results and should have an airbrush technique video shortly. Thank you for watching.

It was a project. There are still some road rash spots to get out and then its on to the airbrushing. Thank you for watching.

Love your videos, have used your great ideas please tell us how to stabilize a brittle snowman

Your very welcome. Thanks for watching.

Hello Greg Thanks for your comments. I love receiving feedback. Thanks for watching. I would love to see some of your holiday restorals.

Your Very Welcome :-) I will be sure to upload them once they are re-edited :-) -GregJurgs @@johnyanik1414

Interesting. I would need to see some pictures to determine the correct course of action. Can you post some pictures.

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I@@johnyanik1414 I can’t seem to, no, but another person suggested a hair dryer and it worked! He’s able to stand now. The piece it glittered or flocked so the other suggestion of soaking it in hot water was not an option.