Is there still a source for either of these products in the US, or do I have to (attempt to) buy direct from Japan? My LHS says both are out of commission thanks to California.
Mr. Surfacer/Tamiya Primer
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PHArchivist
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I've run into a jam due to no primer being offered by Tamiya. But I'm a bit unclear what you mean in the bold statement.
Is "LHS" Local Hobby Supplier?
crackerjazz
Sr Member
I'm glad they're not in short supply here. Just checked my LHS and it doesn't appear to me that they're running out of 'em soon. Unless that's the last batch:wacko I didn't dare ask - lest they give me sad news.
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jedimaster
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Didn't I read somewhere here that they will be re released but with the packaging ie can with English text/wording insteadi of Japanese?
cheech9898
Sr Member
No problems getting Mr Surfacer at my local shop. I haven't seen anything on any new California VOC paint requirements kicking into effect that would effect any paint supplies in SEMA or the Car Club boards.
PHArchivist
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jedimaster
Sr Member
How much do you need for that ball of yours? There seems to be plenty here in Oz. Maybe get a case of it.
Check eBay.
PHArchivist
Master Member
Seems all sources are overseas. Doesn't spray paint need to be shipped via surface - not air?
^Yes, it is.
I've come to understand that the labeling issue is holding up the import to the US of these products, mandated by California requirements, so therefore follows Oregon. Please pardon my earlier glib remark, I could have been clearer.
My guy at the hobby shop says it'll eventually be solved by the companies changing the labels, or printing them in English, he believes/hopes. Hopefully I can buy 'em from Canada?
PHArchivist
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The brief response I got from Tamiya directly reflects the repackaging/relabeling matter.
crackerjazz
Sr Member
Will check out my LHS again tomorrow. They even have the white cans.
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Well, I want Mr. Surfacer, however I can get it, that stuff is second to none.
trekriffic
Sr Member
Bought a rattle spray can of Mr. Surfacer 500 at my LHS yesterday. They also had Tamiya grey primer. I have tons of primer so I didn't get any but I can't wait to try out spraying the Mr. Surfacer. Up 'til now I've just brushed it on.
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