Don't be too complimentary to Tulanko about his paint jobs ..... it really goes to his head.... and his head is already WAY overinflated.
Besides.... you can spend DAYS trying to duplicate his work.
Sorry, Carl..... just couldn't stand it. You know I couldn't let that pass.
Seriously, Marc, if you want to try to duplicate Carl's work where finishing/painting is concerned, there's lots of posts in the Techniques section about how he does it. Just be prepared to spend more on primer, paint, and other finishing supplies than you spent on the rocket !!!
BTW, Carl..... less than 3 weeks until WHITAKERS !!!!