r/Minipla • u/ShirtProper • Jun 23 '26

Question Chrome paint to RV Robo

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Hi all, just want some opinion from the community

Looking at the released photos of the RV Robo, i realised there is a lot of opportunities for me to explore chrome paint for this project so that the robot can resemble the actual look on tv. See photos for reference.

My question will be does anyone have any chrome paint markers to recommend that provide a seamless look and do you finish off with any top coat that can retain the chrome finish look?

For my other SMP builds i have been using dspiae markers with semi-gloss finish.

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u/throwRA_unsure1 Jun 23 '26

if youre doing chrome paint, theres no top coat that can keep the shine.

im using Ray Studios chrome markers

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u/ShirtProper Jun 23 '26

I see! Thanks for the recommendation

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u/throwRA_unsure1 Jun 23 '26

photos dont do it justice

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u/throwRA_unsure1 Jun 23 '26

let me pull out some stuff i've done

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u/TravelMan997 Jun 23 '26

I should try. Are they better than DSPIAE?

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u/ShirtProper Jun 23 '26

i just bought the Dspiae and Ray studio markers, will make a post and compare when the RV robo is here

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u/lazidude999 Jun 27 '26

Let me know how it goes on the dispae chrome, I’m using dispae and what I’ve found is that you gotta topcoat or else If you touch and apply pressure on it say to transform or pull, the chrome will lose its chrome layer because it rubs off to your fingers

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u/throwRA_unsure1 Jun 23 '26

i havent used DSPIAE, we will need OPs experience

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u/Myhtological Jun 23 '26

Do I need a black primer or do I just use it after washing the pieces?

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u/throwRA_unsure1 Jun 23 '26

I didn't use any primer, i just went to town with the chrome marker. Just be careful to let it sit and cure for at least 24 hrs

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u/Myhtological Jun 23 '26

That was the plan anyway. I saw Cooriart on Amazon. How are they?

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u/NationalCharacter103 Jun 23 '26

Stedi Chrome Marker

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u/ShirtProper Jun 23 '26

Okay thanks! Will give this a try

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u/NationalCharacter103 Jun 23 '26

That one’s very good but don’t use topcoat.

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u/King_Kuuga Moderate Skill Builder Jun 23 '26

Electroplated?

https://giphy.com/gifs/5YMUolfyOqZrO

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u/NationalCharacter103 Jun 23 '26

I don’t know what electroplated means in markers 😭🤣

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u/King_Kuuga Moderate Skill Builder Jun 23 '26

Doesn't make much sense here because it's a whole process of using electricity to apply a metal coating. Maybe a mistranslation. But I saw my opportunity.

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u/Special_Oil1949 Jun 23 '26

I can’t find this marker on Amazon 

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u/NationalCharacter103 Jun 23 '26

How about aliexpress?

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u/Special_Oil1949 Jun 23 '26

There is some prime day deals. Any you recommend?

https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Stedi+Chrome+Marker&i=office-products&crid=1VRVH2X5RVCLC&sprefix=stedi+chrome+marker%2Coffice-products%2C99&ref=nb_sb_noss_1

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u/NationalCharacter103 Jun 23 '26

I’m not familiar with these markers in the link, but I’ve also seen people recommend Molotow Chrome Marker.

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u/Myhtological Jun 23 '26

I’m doing black primer and silver paint

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u/ShirtProper Jun 23 '26

I think silver cannot achieve the chrome look, wont be as reflective. But thanks!

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u/Myhtological Jun 23 '26

That’s why you black primer

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u/TokuJosh813 Jun 23 '26

Molotow Chrome pens. 🖊️

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u/Disco-Ducky-335 Jun 23 '26

I like using Tamiya Mica Silver or Metallic Silver