Transform simple diecast models into high-level pieces with a complete restoration and customization process

Transform simple diecast models into high-level pieces with a complete restoration and customization process

Transform simple diecast models into high-level pieces with a complete restoration and customization process

Created by Alexandre de Paula Soares, creator of the Restore DIY channel, with more than 4 million followers across platforms.

Created by Alexandre de Paula Soares, creator of the Restore DIY channel, with more than 4 million followers across platforms.

Created by Alexandre de Paula Soares, creator of the Restore DIY channel, with more than 4 million followers across platforms.

- Lifetime access

- Ongoing updates

- Complete step-by-step method

- Lifetime access

- Ongoing updates

- Complete step-by-step method

- Lifetime access

- Ongoing updates

- Complete step-by-step method

If the result never turns out the way you imagined, the problem may be in the process

If the result never turns out the way you imagined, the problem may be in the process

If the result never turns out the way you imagined, the problem may be in the process

A lot of people try to learn on their own, buy materials without clear criteria, piece together scattered tips, improvise important steps, and start without a clear sequence.


The problem is that, in diecast restoration and customization, one poorly executed step compromises the next.


When the surface is not properly prepared, the defects keep showing through the paint, keep showing through the clear coat, and compromise the final finish.


Sanding marks, primer flaws, excess material, loss of detail, and an uneven finish do not appear out of nowhere.


Most of the time, they are the result of the wrong process.

A lot of people try to learn on their own, buy materials without clear criteria, piece together scattered tips, improvise important steps, and start without a clear sequence.


The problem is that, in diecast restoration and customization, one poorly executed step compromises the next.


When the surface is not properly prepared, the defects keep showing through the paint, keep showing through the clear coat, and compromise the final finish.


Sanding marks, primer flaws, excess material, loss of detail, and an uneven finish do not appear out of nowhere.


Most of the time, they are the result of the wrong process.

A lot of people try to learn on their own, buy materials without clear criteria, piece together scattered tips, improvise important steps, and start without a clear sequence.


The problem is that, in diecast restoration and customization, one poorly executed step compromises the next.


When the surface is not properly prepared, the defects keep showing through the paint, keep showing through the clear coat, and compromise the final finish.


Sanding marks, primer flaws, excess material, loss of detail, and an uneven finish do not appear out of nowhere.


Most of the time, they are the result of the wrong process.

Each step influences the final result

Each step influences the final result

Each step influences the final result

In diecast restoration and customization, each step affects the next.


If disassembly is done the wrong way, parts can be damaged right from the start.


If the paint removal process is not done properly, residues from the process can compromise the next stages.


If the surface is not prepared correctly, sanding marks, burrs, and imperfections will keep showing in the final finish.


If primer, paint, and clear coat are not applied with control, the result loses uniformity, definition, and quality.


And if the final assembly is poorly done, all the previous work can be compromised by glue marks, forced fittings, and damage to the parts.


That is why the final result does not depend on just one step.


It depends on the right sequence.

In diecast restoration and customization, each step affects the next.


If disassembly is done the wrong way, parts can be damaged right from the start.


If the paint removal process is not done properly, residues from the process can compromise the next stages.


If the surface is not prepared correctly, sanding marks, burrs, and imperfections will keep showing in the final finish.


If primer, paint, and clear coat are not applied with control, the result loses uniformity, definition, and quality.


And if the final assembly is poorly done, all the previous work can be compromised by glue marks, forced fittings, and damage to the parts.


That is why the final result does not depend on just one step.


It depends on the right sequence.

In diecast restoration and customization, each step affects the next.


If disassembly is done the wrong way, parts can be damaged right from the start.


If the paint removal process is not done properly, residues from the process can compromise the next stages.


If the surface is not prepared correctly, sanding marks, burrs, and imperfections will keep showing in the final finish.


If primer, paint, and clear coat are not applied with control, the result loses uniformity, definition, and quality.


And if the final assembly is poorly done, all the previous work can be compromised by glue marks, forced fittings, and damage to the parts.


That is why the final result does not depend on just one step.


It depends on the right sequence.

This training was created to reduce trial and error.

This training was created to reduce trial and error.

This training was created to reduce trial and error.

The goal here is not to show random tips.


The goal is to teach a logical, clear, and practical sequence so that each step makes sense within the restoration or customization process.


Instead of improvising, you understand:

The goal here is not to show random tips.


The goal is to teach a logical, clear, and practical sequence so that each step makes sense within the restoration or customization process.


Instead of improvising, you understand:

The goal here is not to show random tips.


The goal is to teach a logical, clear, and practical sequence so that each step makes sense within the restoration or customization process.


Instead of improvising, you understand:

What to do

What to do

What to do

In what order to do it

In what order to do it

In what order to do it

Which materials to work with

Which materials to work with

Which materials to work with

How to avoid the mistakes that most compromise the paint finish

How to avoid the mistakes that most compromise the paint finish

How to avoid the mistakes that most compromise the paint finish

The goal here is simple: to move away from improvisation and work with more technique, more clarity, and much higher quality in the final result.

The goal here is simple: to move away from improvisation and work with more technique, more clarity, and much higher quality in the final result.

The goal here is simple: to move away from improvisation and work with more technique, more clarity, and much higher quality in the final result.

Why is this training different?

Why is this training different?

Why is this training different?

- It does not teach just painting. It teaches the complete process.

- It does not rely on makeshift shortcuts. It shows a method.

- It does not focus only on theory. It shows practical application.

- It does not skip critical steps. It organizes everything in the right order.

- It does not teach just painting. It teaches the complete process.

- It does not rely on makeshift shortcuts. It shows a method.

- It does not focus only on theory. It shows practical application.

- It does not skip critical steps. It organizes everything in the right order.

- It does not teach just painting. It teaches the complete process.

- It does not rely on makeshift shortcuts. It shows a method.

- It does not focus only on theory. It shows practical application.

- It does not skip critical steps. It organizes everything in the right order.

What is Restore DIY Academy?

What is Restore DIY Academy?

What is Restore DIY Academy?

Restore DIY Academy is a recorded online course, with access through a members area, created to teach the complete process of diecast restoration and customization through a clear, progressive, and practical structure.


You learn the real step-by-step process, from the beginning all the way to the final finish, without relying on fragmented content.


When you join, you get:


Complete online course

Recorded lessons

Lifetime access

Members area

Main module with the complete process

Lesson-by-lesson materials guide

Materials and tools library

Complementary support materials for execution

Periodic updates with new lessons and new content

Restore DIY Academy is a recorded online course, with access through a members area, created to teach the complete process of diecast restoration and customization through a clear, progressive, and practical structure.


You learn the real step-by-step process, from the beginning all the way to the final finish, without relying on fragmented content.


When you join, you get:


Complete online course

Recorded lessons

Lifetime access

Members area

Main module with the complete process

Lesson-by-lesson materials guide

Materials and tools library

Complementary support materials for execution

Periodic updates with new lessons and new content

Restore DIY Academy is a recorded online course, with access through a members area, created to teach the complete process of diecast restoration and customization through a clear, progressive, and practical structure.


You learn the real step-by-step process, from the beginning all the way to the final finish, without relying on fragmented content.


When you join, you get:


Complete online course

Recorded lessons

Lifetime access

Members area

Main module with the complete process

Lesson-by-lesson materials guide

Materials and tools library

Complementary support materials for execution

Periodic updates with new lessons and new content

What you will learn inside the course


When you join the training, you get access to a complete diecast restoration and customization process, organized in a clear, direct, and progressive way.

What you will learn inside the course


When you join the training, you get access to a complete diecast restoration and customization process, organized in a clear, direct, and progressive way.

What you will learn inside the course


When you join the training, you get access to a complete diecast restoration and customization process, organized in a clear, direct, and progressive way.

Foundation and surface preparation


Learn how to disassemble the model, remove the original paint, properly prepare the surface, work with supports, and build the foundation the right way.


Painting and finishing


Understand the application of wash primer, 2K primer, leveling, paint, clear coat, and polishing to achieve a much smoother and more even finish.


Details that elevate realism


See how to work with transparent parts, polish windows, make new windows, paint chrome parts, and create and apply decals.


Execution


Learn about airbrushing, application parameters, final assembly, and techniques that help deliver a more refined result.

Foundation and surface preparation


Learn how to disassemble the model, remove the original paint, properly prepare the surface, work with supports, and build the foundation the right way.


Painting and finishing


Understand the application of wash primer, 2K primer, leveling, paint, clear coat, and polishing to achieve a much smoother and more even finish.


Details that elevate realism


See how to work with transparent parts, polish windows, make new windows, paint chrome parts, and create and apply decals.


Execution


Learn about airbrushing, application parameters, final assembly, and techniques that help deliver a more refined result.

Foundation and surface preparation


Learn how to disassemble the model, remove the original paint, properly prepare the surface, work with supports, and build the foundation the right way.


Painting and finishing


Understand the application of wash primer, 2K primer, leveling, paint, clear coat, and polishing to achieve a much smoother and more even finish.


Details that elevate realism


See how to work with transparent parts, polish windows, make new windows, paint chrome parts, and create and apply decals.


Execution


Learn about airbrushing, application parameters, final assembly, and techniques that help deliver a more refined result.

You will have access to 22 lessons covering the following topics:

You will have access to 22 lessons covering the following topics:

You will have access to 22 lessons covering the following topics:

- Complete disassembly of the model

- Safe removal of the original paint

- Proper surface preparation

- Support setup lesson

- Application of self-etching primer (wash primer)

- 2K primer and leveling

- Application of 2K paint and polyester paint

- Application of 2K clear coat

- Paint polishing and finishing

- Polishing windows and transparent parts

- Making windows and transparent parts

- Airbrushing

- Chrome finishes

- Decals

- Final assembly

- Additional customization techniques

- Complete disassembly of the model

- Safe removal of the original paint

- Proper surface preparation

- Support setup lesson

- Application of self-etching primer (wash primer)

- 2K primer and leveling

- Application of 2K paint and polyester paint

- Application of 2K clear coat

- Paint polishing and finishing

- Polishing windows and transparent parts

- Making windows and transparent parts

- Airbrushing

- Chrome finishes

- Decals

- Final assembly

- Additional customization techniques

- Complete disassembly of the model

- Safe removal of the original paint

- Proper surface preparation

- Support setup lesson

- Application of self-etching primer (wash primer)

- 2K primer and leveling

- Application of 2K paint and polyester paint

- Application of 2K clear coat

- Paint polishing and finishing

- Polishing windows and transparent parts

- Making windows and transparent parts

- Airbrushing

- Chrome finishes

- Decals

- Final assembly

- Additional customization techniques

Even those who are just getting started can follow along

Even those who are just getting started can follow along

Even those who are just getting started can follow along

This training was structured to help both those who have already tried and did not get the result they wanted, and those who want to start the right way, avoiding mistakes from the beginning.

It does not matter if your biggest difficulty today is:


- knowing which materials to use


- understanding the correct order of the steps


- disassembling without causing damage


- properly preparing the surface


- painting without compromising details


- or achieving a truly even finish


The process was organized to give you clarity on what needs to be done at each stage.

This training was structured to help both those who have already tried and did not get the result they wanted, and those who want to start the right way, avoiding mistakes from the beginning.

It does not matter if your biggest difficulty today is:


- knowing which materials to use


- understanding the correct order of the steps


- disassembling without causing damage


- properly preparing the surface


- painting without compromising details


- or achieving a truly even finish


The process was organized to give you clarity on what needs to be done at each stage.

This training was structured to help both those who have already tried and did not get the result they wanted, and those who want to start the right way, avoiding mistakes from the beginning.

It does not matter if your biggest difficulty today is:


- knowing which materials to use


- understanding the correct order of the steps


- disassembling without causing damage


- properly preparing the surface


- painting without compromising details


- or achieving a truly even finish


The process was organized to give you clarity on what needs to be done at each stage.

Who created Restore DIY Academy?

Who created Restore DIY Academy?

Who created Restore DIY Academy?

Restore DIY Academy was created by Alexandre de Paula Soares, creator of the Restore DIY channel.

Since 2020, Alexandre has been publishing diecast restoration and customization content, showing real processes, materials, painting, finishing, and the visual transformation of each piece in practice.

Over the years, he has tested different methods, paints, tools, and materials to understand what truly works, what does not, and what really makes a difference in the final result.

His authority is supported by:



- More than 1,020,000 subscribers on YouTube



- More than 1,070,000 followers on Instagram



- More than 1,800,000 followers on Facebook



- More than 740,000 followers on TikTok



This course comes from real hands-on practice — not scattered theory.

Restore DIY Academy was created by Alexandre de Paula Soares, creator of the Restore DIY channel.

Since 2020, Alexandre has been publishing diecast restoration and customization content, showing real processes, materials, painting, finishing, and the visual transformation of each piece in practice.

Over the years, he has tested different methods, paints, tools, and materials to understand what truly works, what does not, and what really makes a difference in the final result.

His authority is supported by:



- More than 1,020,000 subscribers on YouTube



- More than 1,070,000 followers on Instagram



- More than 1,800,000 followers on Facebook



- More than 740,000 followers on TikTok



This course comes from real hands-on practice — not scattered theory.

Restore DIY Academy was created by Alexandre de Paula Soares, creator of the Restore DIY channel.

Since 2020, Alexandre has been publishing diecast restoration and customization content, showing real processes, materials, painting, finishing, and the visual transformation of each piece in practice.

Over the years, he has tested different methods, paints, tools, and materials to understand what truly works, what does not, and what really makes a difference in the final result.

His authority is supported by:



- More than 1,020,000 subscribers on YouTube



- More than 1,070,000 followers on Instagram



- More than 1,800,000 followers on Facebook



- More than 740,000 followers on TikTok



This course comes from real hands-on practice — not scattered theory.

Even if you are thinking...

Even if you are thinking...

Even if you are thinking...

“I do not know how to work with this”


That is exactly why the course was created

— to give you direction.


“I do not know how to disassemble it”


Disassembly is included in the course structure.


“I do not know how to paint”


The content covers surface preparation, primer, paint, clear coat, and polishing.


“I do not have an airbrush”


The course also teaches airbrushing fundamentals, which equipment to buy, pressure, thinning, and maintenance.


“I do not have a booth or a workshop”


You do not need a perfect setup to start. You need to start by understanding the process.


“I do not have the skill”


Skill comes with method, practice, and repetition.


“I do not even know which materials to buy”



In addition to the lessons, you receive

complementary materials organized to help you identify the main items used throughout the process.

“I do not know how to work with this”


That is exactly why the course was created

— to give you direction.


“I do not know how to disassemble it”


Disassembly is included in the course structure.


“I do not know how to paint”


The content covers surface preparation, primer, paint, clear coat, and polishing.


“I do not have an airbrush”


The course also teaches airbrushing fundamentals, which equipment to buy, pressure, thinning, and maintenance.


“I do not have a booth or a workshop”


You do not need a perfect setup to start. You need to start by understanding the process.


“I do not have the skill”


Skill comes with method, practice, and repetition.


“I do not even know which materials to buy”



In addition to the lessons, you receive

complementary materials organized to help you identify the main items used throughout the process.

“I do not know how to work with this”


That is exactly why the course was created

— to give you direction.


“I do not know how to disassemble it”


Disassembly is included in the course structure.


“I do not know how to paint”


The content covers surface preparation, primer, paint, clear coat, and polishing.


“I do not have an airbrush”


The course also teaches airbrushing fundamentals, which equipment to buy, pressure, thinning, and maintenance.


“I do not have a booth or a workshop”


You do not need a perfect setup to start. You need to start by understanding the process.


“I do not have the skill”


Skill comes with method, practice, and repetition.


“I do not even know which materials to buy”



In addition to the lessons, you receive

complementary materials organized to help you identify the main items used throughout the process.

Unconditional 7-Day Guarantee

Unconditional 7-Day Guarantee

Unconditional 7-Day Guarantee

You can access all the content, watch the lessons, and understand exactly how the process works.


If, for any reason, you feel that this training is not for you, simply request a refund within 7 days and the full amount will be returned.


No hassle. No risk.

You can access all the content, watch the lessons, and understand exactly how the process works.


If, for any reason, you feel that this training is not for you, simply request a refund within 7 days and the full amount will be returned.


No hassle. No risk.

You can access all the content, watch the lessons, and understand exactly how the process works.


If, for any reason, you feel that this training is not for you, simply request a refund within 7 days and the full amount will be returned.


No hassle. No risk.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it suitable for beginners?

Is it suitable for beginners?

Is it suitable for beginners?

Yes. Especially for committed beginners who want to start with more clarity.

Yes. Especially for committed beginners who want to start with more clarity.

Yes. Especially for committed beginners who want to start with more clarity.

Do I need painting experience?

Do I need painting experience?

Do I need painting experience?

No.

No.

No.

Do I need a spray booth or curing setup?

Do I need a spray booth or curing setup?

Do I need a spray booth or curing setup?

No.

No.

No.

Does the course teach disassembly?

Does the course teach disassembly?

Does the course teach disassembly?

Yes.

Yes.

Yes.

Does the course teach painting?

Does the course teach painting?

Does the course teach painting?

Yes, within the complete process of

preparation, application, and finishing.

Yes, within the complete process of

preparation, application, and finishing.

Yes, within the complete process of

preparation, application, and finishing.

Does the course teach materials?

Does the course teach materials?

Does the course teach materials?

Yes. In addition to the lessons, you receive a lesson-by-lesson materials guide, a materials library, and complementary support materials for execution.

Yes. In addition to the lessons, you receive a lesson-by-lesson materials guide, a materials library, and complementary support materials for execution.

Yes. In addition to the lessons, you receive a lesson-by-lesson materials guide, a materials library, and complementary support materials for execution.

Is it for restoration and customization?

Is it for restoration and customization?

Is it for restoration and customization?

Yes.

Yes.

Yes.

Are the lessons recorded?

Are the lessons recorded?

Are the lessons recorded?

Yes.

Yes.

Yes.

Is access to the course time-limited?

Is access to the course time-limited?

Is access to the course time-limited?

No. Access is lifetime.

No. Access is lifetime.

No. Access is lifetime.

Does the course receive updates?

Does the course receive updates?

Does the course receive updates?

Yes. Restore DIY Academy will receive periodic updates with new lessons, new methods, and new types of customization.

Yes. Restore DIY Academy will receive periodic updates with new lessons, new methods, and new types of customization.

Yes. Restore DIY Academy will receive periodic updates with new lessons, new methods, and new types of customization.

Are there support materials?

Are there support materials?

Are there support materials?

Yes. The course includes complementary materials organized to make it easier to identify the items used throughout the process.

Yes. The course includes complementary materials organized to make it easier to identify the items used throughout the process.

Yes. The course includes complementary materials organized to make it easier to identify the items used throughout the process.

How does support work?

How does support work?

How does support work?

Customer support is provided by email.

Customer support is provided by email.

Customer support is provided by email.

Now the decision is simple:

Now the decision is simple:

Now the decision is simple:

Keep trying on your own, making mistakes in steps that compromise the result...

or follow a clear, tested, and organized process to achieve a truly even and realistic finish.

This training was structured for exactly that: to show you what to do, in what order to do it, and how to avoid the mistakes that hold beginners back the most.

If you want to stop wasting time on trial and error and start the right way, the next step is here.

Keep trying on your own, making mistakes in steps that compromise the result...

or follow a clear, tested, and organized process to achieve a truly even and realistic finish.

This training was structured for exactly that: to show you what to do, in what order to do it, and how to avoid the mistakes that hold beginners back the most.

If you want to stop wasting time on trial and error and start the right way, the next step is here.

Keep trying on your own, making mistakes in steps that compromise the result...

or follow a clear, tested, and organized process to achieve a truly even and realistic finish.

This training was structured for exactly that: to show you what to do, in what order to do it, and how to avoid the mistakes that hold beginners back the most.

If you want to stop wasting time on trial and error and start the right way, the next step is here.
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